Please scan the QR code for more information and to register
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
March 10, 2026
West Midlands: FREE RYA Sailing weeks for 8-17 year olds of reservists & serving RN, RM and RFA families - Birmingham 27-31 July
Please scan the QR code for more information and to register
Staffordshire: Remembering the Iraq War – 15 Years On - 22 May at the National Memorial Arboretum
To mark the anniversary the RBL are inviting all those who served in the conflict, their family members, and those who lost loved ones, to come together at the National Memorial Arboretum on Friday 22 May.
The national commemorative event will ensure the Armed Forces community’s unique contribution is not forgotten, and remember the 179 British personnel who lost their lives.
If you would like to attend or share your story, please register on the website
https://rbl.org.uk/telic15fb
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) Survey: Access to Health and Wellbeing Services
The Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) is a tri-service group for Serving personnel, reservists and their families who have a child or adult immediate family member with an additional need and/or disability. FANDF is a unique group as it is run by a committee of members whose vision is ‘to ensure that all Forces families with additional needs and disabilities receive the support they need’ and aims to be the voice of Forces families with additional needs and disabilities.
FANDF invites you to complete their short survey which explores your experiences of accessing health and wellbeing services while navigating life as a Forces family with additional needs and/or disabilities. This includes access to mental health support, CAMHS, and the continuity of care across postings.
Findings will be analysed and used to develop evidence based recommendations that will be shared with policymakers and relevant subject matter experts across defence, health, and local government to ensure a clear and accurate understanding of need is reflected in policy and deliverable services.
Thank you for taking the time to support this important work and drive positive change.
The deadline for responses is Friday 27 March.
Should you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out at: CS.ANDA@ssafa-fhs.org.uk
Scotland: Free AI training for military partners with BFBS Academy
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BFBS have launched their new AI Skills Programme designed for the military community and its free.
Practical, flexible, designed around your life. Whether you're curious about AI or looking to boost your career prospects, this is for you. Self-paced modules, webinars and live workshops throughout 2026. Sign up now and join hundreds of others learning the skills that matter.
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March 9, 2026
Leuchars: Tuesday is Coffee Morning in the Community Centre,
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Coffee, cake and a natter - what more is there to like?
Family Action: Free counselling support for military personnel, veterans, and families
In support of the British forces, Relate (part of Family Action) can provide six free sessions of relationship and family counselling, and counselling for military personnel, veterans, and families (via webcam), for the following –
| Who’s eligible | Services | How to apply | More info |
|---|---|---|---|
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Serving RAF personnel RAF Veterans Family members of the above Includes personnel posted/deployed overseas |
Relationship Counselling Family Counselling Children’s Counselling Young Person’s Counselling |
To access Relate counselling services contact RAFBF at support@rafbf.org.uk or by telephone on 0300 222 5703, Monday to Thursday 9.30am to 4.30pm and Friday 9.30am – 4pm. Service ID will be needed | The RAF Benevolent Fund – Relate |
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Serving Naval personnel Serving Marines Naval/Marine Veterans Family members of the above Serving Royal Fleet Auxiliary Includes personnel posted/deployed overseas |
Relationship Counselling Family Counselling Children’s Counselling Young Person’s Counselling Psychosexual Therapy |
This is a self‑referral service via a short registration form. Service ID will be needed. | The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity – Relate |
| Serving Army Personnel and families assigned to British Forces Cyprus |
Relationship Counselling Family Counselling Young Person’s Counselling |
This is a self‑referral service via a short registration form. Service ID will be needed or if not available we can accept provided the client is residing on a Cyprus military base. | relate.org.uk/army‑central‑fund |
DIO Families First Newsletter – Issue 35 Out Now
The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, featuring the latest Defence housing news and updates, is now available. This issue and previous newsletters can be viewed online on the Defence Homes website.
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