Wiltshire: 'Wild Roots to Recovery' nature-based therapy for the Armed Forces Community

 

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Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Gloucestershire: Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum regular events and ongoing support

 

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Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum is a voice for those with lived experience of being a Parent Carer (this means parents and/or carers of children with any disability, SEN, condition, impairment or additional need). We can create a bridge to the providers of statutory services to help build better services for all families of disabled children in Gloucestershire.

Events take place all across Gloucestershire throughout the year, with a selection included in the posters above.

Want to find out more? Visit the website at https://www.glospcf.org.uk/ or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Gloucestershireparentcarers

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Wiltshire: Extreme heat red warning - hot weather advice from Wiltshire Council

 

The Met Office has issued a Red extreme heat alert for Wiltshire on Wednesday and Thursday this week, with temperatures potentially reaching 39C.

Wiltshire Council's advice is:

• Regularly check the Met Office website for the latest updates
• Look out for those who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated, particularly older and more vulnerable people
• Stay cool indoors and close curtains on rooms directly in the sunlight
• Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol
• Never leave anyone or any pets in a closed, parked vehicle, particularly older people, infants, young children or any animals
• Try to keep out of the sun between 11am to 3pm, when the UV rays are strongest
• Walk in the shade, apply sunscreen and wear a hat, if you have to go out in the heat
• Avoid physical exertion in the hottest parts of the day
• Avoid walking dogs in the heat of the day - walk them either very early in the morning or late at night, or don't walk them at all for a few days
• If you need to travel by road or rail please prepare for the journey by bringing plenty of water - there could be disruption to travel networks
• If you decide to cool off in open water please take care and follow local safety advice
• If you need any non-emergency health advice, please call NHS 111 or speak to your local pharmacy

For more advice and updates regarding Council services, Schools and the county's roads, please click here

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

Edinburgh: Armed Forces Coffee morning second Monday of the month at Fresh Start Hub, Ferry Rd

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Colerne: Station Summer Fair - Sat 27 Jun - Entry is now FREE!

 

Please note that this year, the event is taking place in the Gym on camp at Colerne Station.

Entry is now FREE!

Parking will be available near the hardstanding area between the two housing estates, and the pedestrian entrance by Laurel Drive will be open with staff on the gate.

Parking: https://what3words.com/monkeys.sensitive.sunroof

Pedestrian entrance: https://what3words.com/straddled.womb.looks

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Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Cafe for Veterans in Edinburgh second Wednesday of the month

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Govan: Help for Heroes Female Veterans Cafe/Drop-in first Tuesday of every month

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Richmond: Mind Matters - every Friday at Richmond Town Hall

 Every Friday at Richmond Town Hall

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Gyle Shopping Centre on fourth Tuesday of the month

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

The Food Court,
Gyle Shopping Centre,
South Gyle Broadway,
Edinburgh,
EH12 9JY

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Barrhead: Help for Heroes right up your street! Last Monday of every month 1.00 - 3.00pm

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