Leconfield: Unite Forces Programme @ DST

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Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - Reducing Veteran homelessness programme reopens for applications

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has announced a new round of funding under the Reducing Veteran Homelessness (RVH) Programme in a bid to deliver further sustainable, supported housing options for veterans in need.

The Trust is delivering this important programme on behalf of the Office of Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) in support of the government’s ambition to end veteran homelessness and ensure veterans have access to the support they need, including housing.

Gloucestershire: Domestic abuse support

 

Need support? GDASS are here to help.

GDASS provides free, confidential advice and support to anyone in Gloucestershire experiencing domestic abuse. Whether you’re ready to leave, need safety planning, or just want someone to talk to, they're ready to listen.

• Call: 01452 726 570
• Email: support@gdass.org.uk
• Visit the website: www.gdass.org.uk

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to go through this on your own.

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Gloucestershire: Glos Families Directory

Within this section of the Glosfamilies Directory can be found a wide range of resources and information to support families, including:

• Things to do across the county
• Best Start For Life 0-5 yr olds
• Relationship support
• Childcare

You can also navigate throughout other parts of the website, including local offer information and details of parenting workshops.

Please click here to visit the 'information for families' section of the directory

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Service Police Confidential Crime Line, available 24/7 - You are not alone

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Anyone (Service or Civil Servant) who has been the victim or witness of serious crime at any point of their Service in the MOD can call the Service Police Crime Bureau on 02392 285 170 or 02392 285 180, or the Service Police confidential crime line on 0800 085 0658, available 24/7. You will be listened to, there is support available for victims and all allegations are taken seriously.

Colerne: New park pass for 'We The Curious'

 

Colerne Station Welfare team have a new annual pass for We The Curious in Bristol. Discover more than 200 eye-opening things to do at Bristol's most surprising science experience. It's £15 for a family of 4 to use this pass, which is a big saving on day tickets.

As of April 2025, The Welfare team will no longer have a park pass for Noah's Ark Zoo Farm so if you would like a day out before then, please contact the team to book a date. The price for this pass is £25 for a family of 4.

To book the above please contact Welfare on 01225 745210.

There will also be an exciting new pass for Summer 2025 - more details to follow so watch this space!

Information provided by Colerne HIVE

Corsham: Primary School volunteers required for lunchtime activities and clubs

 

Corsham Primary School Broadwood are looking for volunteers to facilitate lunchtime activities and clubs. No specific skills are required and the activities could include arts, crafts, reading, chess etc; all equipment will be provided. Their lunchtime runs from 1215 – 1315hrs and they are looking for volunteers who could commit to 1hr, during that time, per week.

Induction training, to include safeguarding, will be provided. Character references and DBS checks will be required and will be actioned as part of the induction.

If you would like further information please contact Mrs Ridout @ broadwood@corsham-pri.wilts.sch.uk

Information provided by Colerne HIVE

Trowbridge: 'Wild Transitions' nature-based therapy for Veterans & Service Leavers, Apr-Jun 2025 dates

 

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To find out more about this scheme, click here to visit the website

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Catterick: Autism Central Drop in Support Sessions

Autism Central for parents and carers are offering FREE drop in sessions for parents and carers who may need some support, advice or just a friendly chat.

All details and contact details are included on the attached poster.

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Wiltshire: Specialist support for the Armed Forces community

 

If you are experiencing harm at work at the moment or if you’ve been affected in the past, please know that FearFree are here to support you.

They have specialist team members to support the Forces community and whether you need someone to talk to, or guidance on what your options are, you don’t have to face it alone.

FearFree are here, and will support you in whatever way feels right for you.

Please click here to visit the FearFree website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs