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November 19, 2024

London: Home Start London



Home Start are there for parents when they need it the most because childhood can’t wait

All parents struggle at one time or another and Home-Start is ready to support London families through their toughest times.

Home-Start trains and supports volunteers to work alongside parents in their own home giving compassionate and confidential support, tailored to each family. Home-Start London is a consortium of 12 local Home-Starts operating across 24 London boroughs. 

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Aldershot: Shots Foundation Sight Loss Soccer

 

On the first Monday of every month, The Shots Foundation run a sight loss soccer session at the Samuel Cody School from 1730-1830.

The Shots Foundation run these sessions to provide those over 16 with any range of sight loss the opportunity to keep active and keep their love of football alive, because football is for all.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Surrey: Surrey County Council - Adult Learning News


Adult learning news

Keep up to date with adult learning courses, discounts, news, events and exhibitions by signing up to the e-newsletter or follow on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Bovington: Garrison youth club sessions




Information provided by Bovington HIVE

The Vale of Glamorgan: Update on the Winter Issue of The Index


The Winter Issue of The Index newsletter is due out in February 2025

If you would like to promote your service, group, activity, or would like to find out more about a service, please send information to Theindex@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk by the 13th December at the latest.

Or phone 0800 5871 014

Many Thanks

Index Officer & FIS Team

Click here if you missed the Summer Newsletter

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Wales: Neurodivergence Wales - Autism & Girls - Free session for parents & carers - 28 Nov 24

Autism & Girls - free session for parents / carers

Thursday, 28 November 2024, 10am - 12pm.

This session will explore the presentation of autism in girls, highlighting their unique strengths and challenges. It will cover the importance of early identification, the critical adolescent years, and potential health and social outcomes. Participants will gain insights into how to recognise and support autistic girls as parents or carers, while also learning essential self-care strategies.

(Please note: this session is for parents & carers only)

Click here to book your free place.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Blandford: Garrison 'Learn English' free sessions

The community hub is located by the Costcutter store on camp.
Qualified tutor conducts the sessions.
No need to sign up, just drop in.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Wales: Keep Wales Tidy - Find your nearest Litter Picking Hub


It’s really easy to borrow the equipment you need to clean up your local community.

1. Search for your nearest Litter Picking Hub using our online map 

2. Contact the hub to book the kit you need

3. Collect the kit and clean up your chosen area!

It's as simple as that!

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Mae’n hawdd benthyg yr offer sydd ei angen arnoch i lanhau eich cymuned leol.

1. Chwiliwch am eich Hyb Codi Sbwriel agosaf gan ddefnyddio ein map ar-lein 

2. Cysylltwch â’r hyb i archebu’r offer sydd ei angen arnoch

3. Casglwch yr offer a glanhewch eich ardal ddewisol!

Mae mor syml â hynny!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Northern Ireland: Serving & Ex Serving Womens' Network Christmas Dinner - Wednesday 11th December

 
Female Veterans Christmas Dinner

In collaboration with the Serving & Ex-Serving Women’s Network, the NI Veterans Commissioner’s Office is sponsoring this festive evening in celebration of our remarkable service women.

Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Location: HMS Caroline, Belfast

Spaces are limited to 90 female veterans and service women, so please register as soon as possible to secure your spot. Any questions or issues booking then please contact Rachael Harger: Rachael.harger@nivco.co.uk or 07971 833160
Register now on Eventbrite: https://SESWNChristmasParty.eventbrite.com

Information provided by HIVE NI

Bovington: United Nations womens morning (Hamworthy Barracks) Wed 27th Nov

Click on poster above to enlarge 

Join Us For The United Nations Women's Morning In the Community Centre

BCP Council and RN FPS welcome all women (serving and spouses) to celebrate the United Nations Women's Morning.

There will be plenty of information to take away and agencies to chat to.

Refresh your wardrobe, meet friends old and new, be pampered, take home some treats, and go away armed with information to support women.

Location: Hamworthy Barracks Community Centre


Information provided by Bovington HIVE