Domestic Abuse support: Aurora New Dawn

For all the information, please visit the website - Aurora New Dawn

CTP 2022 Employment Fairs

 

CTP 2022 Employment Fairs

Advance to Justice - HM Prison and Probation Service

If you're a service leaver or armed force veteran, you have a wide range of transferable skills that are a good match for prison officer roles.

Available across 50 prisons, 'Advance into justice' is a bespoke recruitment scheme that provides an opportunity to fast-track into a second career where you can continue to protect the public​More Information at: Advance to Justice​

Togetherall - Time to Talk Day: 3rd Feb

Timetotalk day is a chance for all of us to talk about #mentalhealth. A small conversation has the power to make a big difference. 

However, it's not always that simple. If you need a safe space to talk without judgement, @togetherall is an anonymous, online community for mental health support. 

Sign up & share a post, it could help. https://bit.ly/3nxu5Zz

SSAFA Monthly News Update Janury 2022

 

Use this link to read the full update

Amended poster: JSHAO Housing Option Briefs - February 2022

Safety alert: defective harness buckle on Cosatto All-in-All car seats recalled

Cosatto has issued a safety alert for the buckle on its All in All+ and All in All Rotate car seats, due to potentially defective components used in the manufacture of the affected buckles https://whi.ch/CosattoAlert

If you have purchased one of the affected models you should stop using the car seat and contact Cosatto to order a free replacement buckle.

Full details here https://whi.ch/CosattoAlert

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - Survey

The AFCFT want to know how they can best support the Armed Forces Community through the grants they make.

Please fill in the survey and have your say​:

Link to Survey

Vintage Kilo Sale Bielefeld - Hechelei 21 & 22 January

BeThrifty the vintage kilo sale is back! 🛒

Thrift your favorite vintage pieces for €45 per kilo at the largest

Entry is only possible with 2G proof, we ask for your understanding. Safety First!


Location:

Bielefeld - panting 📍

Castle Neuhauser Beer Festival May 2022

In Paderborn people like to party a lot and enjoying beer has a long tradition here. From Thursday (Father's Day) to Sunday, the Lindenallee right next to Neuhäuser Castle is once again transformed into a beer mile for connoisseurs. 

At more than 30 beer stands between Rosengarten and Schlossgräfte, not only classics but also new scene beers and unusual specialties from Germany's most popular drink are served in the wonderful ambience of the park. 

Schloss Neuhaus Rendezvous at the Castle April 2022

From April 22nd to 24th, the Neuhauser Schlosspark with its magnificent baroque garden invites you to a new market event for the whole family this year.

Find your favorite item in the extensive range of exhibitors on Unter den Linden, which offer innovative, beautiful, unusual and creative items, but also functional and practical items in the beautiful ambience of the Neuhauser Schlosspark. This market hustle and bustle is framed by all kinds of hustle and bustle about the beautiful things in life.

Armed Forces Families Strategy - Support for Military Families

 

The Families Strategy, a new 10-year plan recognising the unique nature of military life and setting out bespoke support for service families, has been published 19th January.

Snow Update for Sauerland This Weekend

The Sauerland Winter Sports Arena expects a good 70 ski lifts and more than 10 toboggan lifts in more than ten areas this weekend. 

Building Heroes - Courses still available

We still have some fully funded vacancies on the Building Heroes 5-week Property Maintenance Skills Course starting 28 February and 25 April in South and City College, Birmingham (alternative dates and Locations are also available). 

JSHAO Housing Option Briefs - February 2022

Joint Service Housing Advice Office (JSHAO) new February briefing dates, including House buying process workshop.

Get a better understanding of what your housing options are.

February briefing dates and access details below:
01/02/2022 1100 - 1200 HOUSING OPTIONS BRIEF
09/02/2022 1100 - 1200 HOUSING OPTIONS BRIEF
16/02/2022 1000 - 1100 HOUSING OPTIONS BRIEF
22/02/2022 1000 - 1100 HOUSE BUYING PROCESS


Briefings are online via MS Teams.

To register please email: RC-PERS-JSHAO-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund Update Jan 22

The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund has awarded £8,898,456, from the Trust, to 14 major projects through the Veterans Places, Pathways and People programme.

10 grants have been awarded in the countries and regions of the UK, to develop better, more joined up lasting support for local veterans with mental health needs; 4 grants have been awarded for national strategic projects.

Read about Veterans Places, Pathways and People Programme

NAAFI Fund Update Jan 2022

The Trust is excited to announce that the NAAFI Fund has recently made another round of grants, totalling over £1Million to over 90 different projects.

Grants this year had a particular focus on reducing isolation and creating community togetherness, with much of the funding being used to improve leisure facilities or to support activities that can be enjoyed during down time. 

All projects support the Armed Forces community. These grants follow the incredibly successful initial round of the NAAFI Fund last year.

Read about the NAAFI Fund Grants here

Amazon Apprenticeships Event for FFJ Community - Wednesday 9th February

Apprenticeships at Amazon - Insight Event for Forces Families Jobs (splashthat.com)

New Government Resource to Help Keep Children Safe from Sexual Abuse

It's estimated that one in ten children in England and Wales will experience sexual abuse before they turn sixteen. 

That's equivalent to three in every classroom. Most children won't tell anyone at the time of their abuse. 

MoneyHelper

For clear money help that’s on your side and free to use - impartial and backed by the government.

MoneyHelper is here to make your money and pension choices clearer. Here to cut through the complexity, explain what you need to do and how you can do it.

Army Transition Information Sheets

Transition Individual Planning and Personal Development (IPPD) is the offer of support, advice and education that will increase personal knowledge and awareness and supports soldiers' personal development and long-term planning.

Children's Mental Health Week 7th-13th February 2022.

Some Free Resources for Children's mental health week are available at:

Children's Mental Health Week (childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk)

Mental Health Resources For Children and Young People | YoungMinds​

DOWNLOADS | CAMHS Resources (camhs-resources.co.uk)

Children's Mental Health Week is taking place on 7-13 February 2022. This year's theme is Growing Together.

TogetherAll: Setting Achievable New Year Goals

Twitter: @togetherallUK

Facebook: @togetherall

Instagram: @togetherall

New Year Goals & Pressures

New year, new stress? There can be a lot of pressure surrounding the start of a new year. However, setting achievable goals can be a valuable step towards positive mental health. @togetherall have shared their tips for setting achievable goals for the year ahead.


Togetherall is an anonymous online community to support your mental health, join today for FREE at https://bit.ly/3INI5Hl

There can be a lot of pressure surrounding the start of a new year. However, setting achievable goals can be a valuable step towards positive #mentalhealth. @togetherallUK share their goal setting tips ⬇️

Join Togetherall today at https://bit.ly/3INI5Hl

In-Service Date of the Future Defence Infrastructure Services (FDIS) Contracts

A message from DIO’s Head of Accommodation, Air Commodore James Savage 

We are currently preparing for the introduction of the new Future Defence Infrastructure Services (FDIS) Accommodation contracts that will replace the National Housing Prime (NHP) contract and will fulfil the Defence requirement for the delivery of effective and responsive accommodation services for Service personnel and their families. 

More information about FDIS and the new suppliers can be found here.

ABF The Soldiers Charity – Friday Night In

The Soldiers Charity – Friday Night In 

On Friday 25th February 2022, we’re getting together virtually to raise money for the Army family!

Get your friends and family together for an evening of quality entertainment!

Friday Night In is back this February, featuring special guests including Gabby Logan, Michael Buerk, Simon McCoy and Alastair Bruce. There's also an online auction, prize draw, music from the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and more!

Register now for only £20 per household - CLICK HERE

Experience a fantastic night in whilst helping us raise funds for soldiers, veterans and their families.

 

Soldiers Charity - Pyrenees Escape Route Challenge - Deadline for Registration 30th Jan 2022

Pyrenees Escape Route Challenge 2022 - The Soldiers' Charity (soldierscharity.org)

Pyrenees Escape Route Challenge

29th July – 4th August 2022

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new trek – ‘Pyrenees Escape Route Challenge’. This is a fabulous four-day trek in the magnificent Pyrenees Mountains from France into Spain which is not for the faint-hearted.

Action for Happiness Calendars

Click here for the January happiness calendar

BFBS Launches New Radio Station ‘BFBS Best of British’

Back in October BFBS gave its listeners the chance to vote for a brand-new station from one of the following options: Best of British, Chilled, Country, Gold – 70’s, Kids or Soul, or even suggest one themselves. Today, BFBS is pleased to announce that Best of British took the majority vote and is available to listen to now.   

The station plays great non-stop music, from the very best British music has to offer through the decades, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.  

National Apprenticeships Week 2022: 7th-13th Feb

 

Take a look through the available apprenticeships

The Army is Becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE)

By the end of 2022 the Army is becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE). 

The first phase of the programme launched in Oct 21 and will see all 1* and above HQs become TFWE by the end of this year. 

The next phase will see the main body of the Army become TFWE Jan – Mar 22. There are, of course, exemptions for married accommodation and SLA, but any family member going onto the Army estate will have to comply with this requirement. 

Please see the attached Q&As

Domestic Abuse - Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) info

Understanding different types of support available: 

SARCs can be accessed by anyone who is a victim/survivor of sexual assault or abuse. 

However, the NHS notes that awareness that these services exist is still low and they are keen to increase that awareness across the population. 

This document contains information about what a SARC is, what you can expect when you attend a SARC, and links to further information.​

Domestic abuse - Signposting to areas to seek further support

There are many organisations that specialise in supporting those who are or have been in an abusive relationship.  

Attached is a leaflet from ManKind who specialise in male support as well as links to other organisations that specialise in supporting those from specific communities; abuse is experienced differently by every individual survivor although some communities may experience very particular forms of abuse.  

Regardless of any personal characteristic – there are no excuses for domestic abuse.

Support services - Galop the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity - Galop

Ashiana Sheffield | Get Help and SupportAshiana Sheffield

Stay Safe East | Stay Safe East – Tel or SMS/Text: 07865 340 122 (staysafe-east.org.uk)

Overview - Nepali Domestic And Sexual Abuse Project - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Guidance Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) - U.K

Housing measures are now in place (within U.K) to protect poultry and captive birds from #AvianInfluenza. Full details: ​Guidance Avian influenza (bird flu).