Information provided by Grantham HIVE
August 7, 2025
August 6, 2025
North Yorkshire: Thrive Together - Veterans Support
North Yorkshire Veterans Support Project
The North Yorkshire Veterans Support Project is dedicated to empowering and supporting veterans, providing expert, quality-assured advice and casework to help resolve financial, family, and other complex challenges.
Who we support
Veterans of all ages, their families, and carers across North Yorkshire.
The large veteran community in Scarborough.
Nepali and Fijian veterans around Catterick Garrison.
Veterans from Catterick and RAF Leeming living in rural Hambleton and Richmondshire.
Our focus
Expert advice and casework covering benefits, energy, debt, and housing, with access to specialist legal support.
Long-term impact by equipping veterans with the confidence and knowledge to manage future challenges.
Helping veterans and their families achieve financial stability, stronger relationships, and improved well-being.
With a strong presence in Scarborough, Hambleton, and Richmondshire, we’re committed to ensuring North Yorkshire’s veterans thrive in civilian life.
August 2025 drop-in sessions:
5th, 11th and 19th – The Veterans Hub, 2b Royal Avenue, #Scarborough YO11 2LT: 10:00 – 12:00
4th, 12th and 18th – Citizens Advice Office, 13-15 Northway, #Scarborough YO11 1JH: 09:30 – 12:30
Contact us
Telephone helpline: 01748 902020
Email us: catterick.connection@northyorkslca.org.uk
For more information and your Online referral form visit HERE
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest DWP Vacancy in Middlesbrough - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners
GFIE-447 - Decision Maker - Middlesbrough
Closing Date: 2 September 2025
Job Description
GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).
To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)
August 5, 2025
Staffordshire and West Midlands: MHLO Advisory – SFA SP/Occupants Preparation for Winter
With winter coming the importance of SP/SFA Tenants ensuring that their SFA/Homes are maintained with all boiler and heating systems working correctly to full capacity is paramount. This also in line with the current UK costs for utility provision (Gas/Electric), heating systems working correctly, do have a direct impact in keeping costs down.
Additional: All windows, doors, sealant fittings are to be checked and reported should damage be identified.
This is an SP/Occupant responsibility to check, confirm and if necessary, report. If issues are identified, they are to be reported immediately to allow repairs to be conducted ASAP. Pinnacle should confirm ‘Pinnacle Job Reference Number/s’, confirm date, time of attendance.
The Pinnacle National Service Centre (NSC) is the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for all SFA Occupants to raise repair requirements. These then directed to Amey Defence Services (Maintenance Contractor providers for all SFA estates within HQ Centre AoR – UK East & West Midlands, Central Region).
Contacting the Pinnacle National Service Centre Link: Contact Us - Pinnacle Service Families
Escalation Process:
- SP/Occupant/s responsible for reporting repair. A repair job number SHOULD BE PROVIDED as reference to the repair reported. Multiple Job Numbers may be given if reporting multiple jobs all at once. These to be utilised as reference should the work requirement have to be escalated if problems arise (Missed appointments, Quality of works conducted, Timeframe for works to be completed, etc).
- SP/Occupant/s responsible for confirming repair (should initial issues arise) directly with Pinnacle NSC. SP to attend local Pinnacle/Amey Housing Surgeries as required. Pinnacle Housing Officer contact details UK here: Your Housing Officer - Pinnacle Service Families
Please find direct links to Pinnacle information and support (Confirmed in use AUG 25)
Pinnacle Advisory Content | Pinnacle Links to Information |
In My Home Emergencies | |
Repairs in your home | |
Pinnacle Winter Tips | |
Pinnacle Handy Winter Tips Video | |
Boilers and Heating Issues | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/boilers-and-heating/ |
In my home – Gas and Energy | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/gas-and-energy/ |
In my home – Damp & Mould | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/damp-and-mould/ |
Damp & Mould (A Guide to preventing Damp & Mould) |
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Emergencies (Fire, Gas, Water Leaks): | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/emergencies/ |
Compulsory Safety Checks | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/compulsory-safety-checks/ |
Insurance (Building and Contents) for your service family home | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/in-my-home-buildings-and-contents-insurance/ |
Problems outside of my home | https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/problems-outside-of-my-home/ |
Pinnacle Complaints Process | |
Pinnacle Compensation Process (Including Loss of Heating Compensation): |
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Lichfield: Welfare Contact Flats Information for DMS Whittington
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
August 1, 2025
Get Safe Online: Parents Leaflet
Get Safe Online states, “today’s children are growing up in a connected world – but that doesn’t mean they always know how to stay safe in it. As a parent, grandparent or guardian, your guidance can make a huge difference”. Get Safe Online has produced a new leaflet, which provides some practical ways to help your child explore the internet with confidence and care this summer holiday.
Alternatively, take a look at the advice on the Get Safe Online website: Are you in touch with what your kids do online? - Get Safe Online
The leaflet can be read and downloaded from this link: July25_Parents_Leaflet.pdf
Barclays Eagle Labs: Veteran and Military Spousal Founders Programme starting online on 29 Sept 2025
Designed to support those wishing to start or grow their own business, the FREE 5-week programme is completely online and consists of a series of self-learning online modules as well as access to a Barclays Champion who will act as a mentor throughout. The programme is designed to be flexible as well as virtual to allow those with work or caring responsibilities to complete it at their own pace and at their convenience.
The next cohort will start on 29 Sept 2025 and individuals who are interested in the programme can apply online using the links below (applications close on the 1 Sept 2025).https://labs.uk.barclays/what-we-offer/diversity-at-eagle-labs/veteran-and-military-spousal-founders/
July 31, 2025
Northern Ireland: UDR Benevolent Fund Therapeutic Activities
Working alongside our delivery partner @Brooke House in Fermanagh, UDR Benevolent Fund offer their veterans and their families a range of therapeutic activities including a fantastic and unique opportunity to take part in equine activities.
Participants are able to interact with former racehorses, a rescued gypsy cob, a retired top-level show jumper and two wonderful ponies!
By creating special bonds with the horses, the equine assisted learning activities has helped our veterans improve their mental and physical health.
To find out more Call: 07720677838 or Email: udrbenfund@outlook.com
*Proof of service required
#UDRBenFund #KeepTheBenFundNumber
Information provided by HIVE NI
July 30, 2025
Catterick: Vacancy for General Service Assistant Marne Bks closing date 26th Aug
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Catterick: Garrison Giggles Playgroup every Friday
We run every Friday 09:30-11:30, Loos road community hub
09:30-11:30
LOOS ROAD COMMUNITY HUB
DL9 4HT
£1.50 Per Family
We have lots of exciting things planned from planting your own seeds to take home and grow to dressing up, sensory play, arts and craft AND MORE !
We hope to see you there !
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Catterick: Carers Plus free weekly support sessions for Veterans who are Carers or being cared for starting Sept 25
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Chatham: What's on at the Lampard Centre in a Typical Week
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
July 29, 2025
SafeLives: Service community domestic abuse - Welfare staff interviews request
SafeLives are also keen to speak with Army Welfare Officers and Unit Welfare Officers who have experience of supporting victim/survivors of domestic abuse. They want to understand your experiences of providing welfare support, and hear your views on the barriers victim/survivors from military families and relationships may face when trying to access help.
If you are interested in taking part in an interview, please scan the QR code on the poster to find out more.
Alternatively click on this link: Army Personnel ABF
SafeLives: Service community domestic abuse victims/survivors interviews request
SafeLives, with support from the Army Benevolent Fund, is looking to improve the domestic abuse response for victim/survivors from serving and veteran families.
SafeLives want to hear directly from victim/survivors who have lived experience of domestic abuse in military families or relationships. Their voices are central to this work.
Victim/survivors who take part will also receive a £25 voucher as a thank you for their time.
If you are interested in taking part in an interview, please scan the QR code on the poster to find out more.
Alternatively click on this link: Survivor ABF
ACORN programme run by ManKind for male survivors of domestic abuse who are looking to move on to new relationships
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This course has less that six months left to run, so please take full advantage of this opportunity.
For more information please see link below:https://mankind.org.uk/for-professionals/pattern-changing-course-male-survivors/
Scotland: MyGov Scot Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods
About Best Start Grant
The 3 Best Start Grant payments are:
Pregnancy and Baby Payment
Pregnancy and Baby Payment helps with the costs of having a baby. You can apply for this payment during pregnancy to help prepare for your baby's arrival, or after your baby is born.
Early Learning Payment
Early Learning Payment
If your application is successful you'll get £319.80 to help with the costs of early learning. You can get the payment when your child is aged between 2 years old and 3 years and 6 months old. To get this payment your child does not need to go to nursery.
School Age Payment
School Age Payment is a payment of £319.80 per child. It helps with the costs of preparing for school when your child is first old enough to start primary school.
School Age Payment is a payment of £319.80 per child. It helps with the costs of preparing for school when your child is first old enough to start primary school.
July 28, 2025
Surrey: become a registered childminder
A registered childminder is a person who looks after one or more children for more than a total of two hours a day in their own home. They are registered and inspected by Ofsted.
Surrey County Council are committed to supporting childminders to provide high quality childcare and early years education. Our 'Becoming a Registered Childminder' (BaRC) training is made up of two face-to-face full day sessions, delivered over two consecutive weeks, for those interested in joining the childminding profession.
The training covers the legislation and implications of caring for other people's children in a home environment to ensure that children are safe, well cared for and take part in activities that contribute to their learning and development.
The training also details your statutory duties as set out in the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Click HERE for more information
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Surrey: funded childcare in Surrey
From April 2024, funded early education will be expanding. By September 2025, most working families with children under the age of 5 will be entitled to 30 hours of childcare support.
The new entitlements will be introduced in phases:
- From April 2024, eligible working parents of 2 year olds can access 15 hours funded early education and childcare (over 38 weeks a year) from the term after their child's 2nd birthday
- From September 2024, eligible working parents of children aged 9 months up to 3 year olds can access 15 hours funded early education and childcare (over 38 weeks a year) from the term following their child turning 9 months
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Family Focus Programme reopens for applications
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Ongoing support is essential. Its helps carers recognise their own needs and ensure the wellbeing of everyone involved.
In 2024/25, The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) awarded more than £1.3 million to 16 projects under the Family Focus programme to improve the lives of family members of Wounded, Injured or Sick personnel and veterans.
Focus on family members
Today, the Trust are opening this programme and inviting applications for projects that will achieve one or more of the following outcomes:
• Family members of those who are wounded, injured or sick feel better informed and more able to access relevant information, advice and guidance, applicable to their situation.
• Family members of those who are wounded, injured or sick feel less lonely/isolated, more resilient and better equipped to deal with their circumstances.
• Family members of those who are wounded, injured and sick have developed their skills for work, or have greater confidence to pursue volunteering or employment when it's right for them.
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