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Friday, 26 June 2020
Thursday, 25 June 2020
MOD Reserve, Rejoiner and Wider Opportunities
The MOD’s new, free digital service for an easy way to discover Reserve, Rejoiner and wider opportunities across the Armed Forces and stay connected with Defence.
Please CLICK HERE for further information
Friday, 19 June 2020
The British Army Breastfeeding Network Facebook Page
The Army Parents’ Network yesterday launched a new sub network - The British Army Breastfeeding Network.
The new network aims to support servicewomen breastfeeding, pregnant servicewomen aiming to breastfeed, and also supports spouses who are breastfeeding or aiming to breastfeed.
Although the title says “army”, all three services are more than welcome to join.
CLICK HERE for the Facebook page
Thursday, 18 June 2020
Turn2Us - Armed Forces
Armed Forces (Serving / Veteran)
If you are a serving member of the armed forces or a veteran, there may be benefits, grants or other financial support available to you and your family.
Click here for further information on the support available.
Wednesday, 17 June 2020
Find Your Feet: Transition Tips For Parents of Year 6 to Year 7 Pupils
If your child is transitioning from Year 6 to Year 7 or going through a significant change in their lives, these top 10 tips might be useful for you. Going through change can be scary or challenging for children and young people, but sometimes it's just the small things, like showing interest in your child's hobbies, that can make a difference.
CLICK HERE to read more
Advice For Parents And Primary School Children Moving To Secondary School
Moving from primary school to secondary school is an exciting time of life, but for many children it can also be a daunting prospect.
A new, much bigger school can offer greater independence, such as the first smart phone, and a world of opportunity.
However it also means new teachers, new subjects and potentially a whole new set of friends.
Starting Secondary School, a new campaign from BBC Bitesize aimed at 10-12 year olds, their teachers and parents, will shine a light on the great potential of starting afresh in secondary school and also offer practical advice and emotional support to help take the stress out of taking the next big step.
Click the link to access some resources that offer some advice for parents and primary school children who will be moving into secondary school and highlighting this transition.
AFF - Childcare Survey Results
In total 84% of families said they are facing considerable challenges because their soldier can’t help out regularly. Added to this, cost is a significant barrier to using paid childcare.
Take a look at the results of the survey here.
Monday, 15 June 2020
Shout: Text Service For Anyone In Crisis
Shout is the UK’s first 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help.
Shout is powered by a team of volunteers, who are at the heart of the service. We take people from crisis to calm every single day.
Shout exists in the US as ‘Crisis Text Line’, but this is the first time the tried and tested technology has come to the UK.
The anonymised data we collate gives us unique insights into mental health trends to help improve people’s lives.
Life Goes Online: Science Centre Activities Online
If you're missing your regular visit to Life Science Centre (we're missing you!), check out the activities below to see some familiar faces from our team demonstrating fun and educational activities you can try at home. And please feel free to chat with us on social media @scienceatlife, even if it's just to say hello!
The Princes Trust: Education And Resources
Please CLICK HERE for some of the Prince's Trust most helpful online resources from their Achieve and Mosaic programmes for teachers, tutors and parents to deliver and share with young people.
Tuesday, 9 June 2020
Need Help Making A Universal Credit Claim - Citizens Advice Help To Claim Service
Do you or someone you know need support to make a Universal Credit claim? The citizens advice offer free, confidential, independent telephone and webchat advice:
Phone them : 0800 144 8444
Chat to them at: www.citizensadvice.org.uk/helptoclaim
Wednesday, 3 June 2020
Naval Families Federation (NFF) Gains an Immigration Advisor
The NFF are pleased to announce they are now regulated by the OISC to give qualified and timely immigration advice to Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their family members and other supporting agencies
Click HERE for full details and to view video clip
Tuesday, 2 June 2020
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