Kent & Medway: Domestic Abuse Support

 

Trigger Warning: Domestic abuse can lead to a person feeling like there is no escape and having suicidal thoughts. 30% of suspected suicides in Kent and Medway have domestic abuse as a factor (@KentPolice).

Support services are there for anyone experiencing abuse and can provide practical and emotional support including refuge, safe accommodation, specialist programmes and 1-2-1 help.

Find help and resources:

Domestic Abuse (domesticabuseservices.org.uk)

Mental health - Kent County Council

Every Mind Matters - Kent County Council

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub 

Chatham: Vivo Housing Surgery, Tuesday and Thursday mornings

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 24th Sep

NHS Scotland is offering up to 6-month paid placement starting this September/October across a range of roles within the Health Boards. These placements are designed to help transfer your unique skills into a meaningful career in healthcare.

AFTP NHS Vacancies

See the AFTP newsletter here

For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

DMWS offer a new online counselling service for Serving and Reservist women across the UK

Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, DMWS are proud to offer a new online counselling service for serving and reservist women across the UK.

With their military expertise, they understand the unique pressures of service life. This service gives those in need a safe space to talk, connect, and feel heard.

This free, confidential support is tailored to service women’s needs and covers:

Stress and anxiety
Loneliness and isolation
Health concerns
Relationship and family issues
Work pressures and more

Self-refer by emailing: seenandheard@dmws.org.uk

Or call their free helpline for support: 0800 999 3697

To find out more about this exciting project, visit https://dmws.org.uk/seen-and-heard/

Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions

A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect. 

Everyone welcome. 

Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.

Toilets and baby changing facilities.

Free car parking.

Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Grantham: Market Place Event Schedule

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Northern Ireland: Twilight Night at Wallace Park - Wed 22nd Oct & Thurs 23rd Oct

 

Get ready for a night of pure enchantment and excitement.

Experience a mesmerising lantern parade led by the pulsating sounds of SPARK!, followed by a host of attractions and a delicious selection of local treats at the Artisan Food Village. The night culminates in a superb fireworks finale and laser show.

e-Tickets: £3 per person or £15 for a family of 6

Tickets are available exclusively online starting at 12 noon on Wed, 1 October.

*IMPORTANT*
Please make sure you have a registered account with ISLAND Arts Centre before the tickets go on sale or update your existing account's password. You can do that here: https://www.islandartscentre.com/account.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Blackpool: Free Kids Monster Mash Party in Abingdon Street Market - 26th October

BLACKPOOL’S BIGGEST FREE KIDS MONSTER MASH PARTY
Abingdon Street Market – Blackpool’s Biggest Food Hall & Indoor Market

Sunday 26th October, 1pm - 3pm

FREE – For kids aged 10 & under
Get ready, little ghouls and goblins — Blackpool’s spookiest (and silliest!) Halloween party is coming to Abingdon Street Market!

This free kids’ Monster Mash Party is packed with fun, games, prizes, spooky surprises, and laugh-out-loud silliness — all perfect for children aged 10 and under.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Weeton: Family Halloween Party - 30th October 25

 Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Leuchars: Bookbug sessions in the Community Centre, Friday's 10.00-10.30

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE