Domestic Abuse: MOD Guidance on Where to Find Help

Defence Infrastructure Organisation’s (DIO) compensation schemes

When things go wrong​

Pinnacle administer the Defence Infrastructure Organisation’s (DIO) compensation schemes. You may be entitled to compensation under one of DIO’s compensation schemes if you have experienced;

​Missed appointments

Incorrect Tradesperson

Failed move in

Total loss of heating/cooking facilities

Hotel subsistence

Claims must be submitted within 28 days of the date the issue occurred.

​More information is available HERE

Recruit for Spouses Career Academy: ACCESS Programme online information sessions Dec & Jan

What can ACCESS do for you …..Come and meet some of the JPMorgan team keen to understand your employment challenges and to talk about a new programme they hope will overcome some of these. 

ACCESS will create a platform alongside other key partners to provide valuable insights, resources, and strategies enabling you to overcome unique challenges and achieve career success in whatever you choose. 

Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and ask as many questions as you want to the team to understand the programme and make sure it's right for you.  The specific programme details will be shared at this meeting.  We are running 3 sessions so hope you can fit one in your schedule!

14^th December 12.00-13.00pm zoom link https://jpmchase.zoom.us/j/98918277514

                        20.00-21.00pm zoom link https://jpmchase.zoom.us/j/94689325754

11^th January    12.00-13.00pm zoom link https://jpmchase.zoom.us/j/91982944111

DWP Conversational Platform

Conversational Platform is a new technology being introduced onto the Universal Credit telephony channel. From early December 2023 when customers call Universal Credit, their call may be routed through the new technology, whereby the DWP Virtual Agent will ask the customer why they are calling and will then tailor the response based on what the customer says.

DWP Conversational Platform

Accommodation provided by MOD for ARAP Afghan Families

MOD bullying, harrassment and discrimination helpline

You can also access support by visiting the Workplace Wellbeing Platform at MOD | (workplacewellbeing.com)

AWS Community Support Annual Report Summary

Updated Tri-service accommodation regs (TSARs) JSP 464

The recently updated Tri-Service Accommodation Regulations, (JSP 464) are available on .Gov at the following Link:

Tri-service accommodation regulations (TSARs) (JSP 464) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Widening Accommodation Entitlement Limited Locations (WAE(LL))

The Widening Accommodation Entitlement Limited Locations (WAE(LL)) SWAY now includes information on NEW Allowances. If you are being posted to one of the limited locations click this link to find out more: Widening Accommodation Entitlement (Limited Locations) Including NEW Allowances (office.com)

​Socials (incl link to Sway as above):
X.com “Widening Accommodation Entitlement Limited Locations (WAE(LL)) now including NEW Allowances. Click the link below to find out more about WAE(LL)"
Facebook “Widening Accommodation Entitlement Limited Locations (WAE(LL)) now including NEW Allowances. If you are being posted to one of the limited locations click the link below to find out more"

SSAFA Forcesline

 

Pinnacle Group SFA Winter Tips: Going Away for October Half Term

If you're going away over half term, why not leave a key with a trusted friend or neighbour so they can check on your home to reduce the risk of something going wrong?

​If any issues do arise, contact the Helpdesk on 0800 031 8628 or visit https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/​​

MOD Accommodation Team Furniture Research - Register interest

Updated HIVE locations map: UK + all Overseas Blogs

​                                                 Our map has been updated.

Forces Family Support: Are You Affected by A Loved One’s Harmful Use of Alcohol, Drugs or Gambling?

Domestic Abuse: MOD Guidance on Where to Find Help

Make yourself heard - 999 calls in the UK when you can't speak

If you’re in an emergency situation and need police help, but can’t speak, Make Yourself Heard and let the 999 operator know your call is genuine.​

Online LifeSkills

You are invited to an ONLINE LifeSkills morning hosted by 55 AEC Gp.

A team from the UK will be delivering the sessions focusing on lifeskills, managing finances, housing, armed forces compensation scheme, education and funding.

Anyone interested in attending the sessions can apply using the links/codes on the poster; the MSTeams link will be emailed out on Mon 23 Oct to all those who have applied.

Stand Out & Show Up - Young Minds

For Fundraising Pack please click here: fundraising pack corporate helloyellow

Wraparound childcare (WAC): Q&A session for all Service families

In response to feedback received from families, the next Wraparound Childcare (WAC) families Q&A session will be an evening session on Tue 26 September 18.30-19.30 hrs via MS Teams.

If you have a question about WAC, join the call and ask the WAC team. Alternatively you can send you queries to the WAC mailbox
PEOPLE-AFFS-WAC-FRO-mailbox@mod.gov.uk

If you don’t have access to MS Teams, you can join meeting by dialling in. The meeting details are listed below.
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 323 338 569 105
Passcode: JAqaTX

Download Teams | Join on the web
Or call in (audio only)
+44 20 3443 8728 conference ID 583 708 630#​

Combat Stress: How we can help

Please follow the link below for more information on Combat Stress and how they may be able to help you.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g5BRPw3JWOmwdA67rLOMSr5U9SrYhNUW/view?usp=drive_link

www.combatstress.org.uk​

UK Health Security Agency - Around 1 in 8 New Students Unprotected Against Meningitis

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and leading meningitis charities are urging students to make sure they have been vaccinated against meningitis and other diseases before the start of the academic year.​​​​. Find out more HERE​

Tom Harrison House Liverpool - Female Veterans Project

National Careers Service - help with your exam results

Whether you got the grades you expected or not, there are lots of options available to you.

Find out how you can get the jump on your next steps with the National Careers Service

NHS MMR Vaccine

Parents and carers of children are being reminded of the importance of routine vaccinations, with hundreds of thousands of texts, emails and letters being sent from this week encouraging families to book their child in for an MMR vaccine.

The NHS is contacting parents and carers of around 740,000 children aged between one and six who have not yet had one or both doses of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, encouraging them to make an appointment with their child's GP practice.

One in ten children are not currently up to date with their MMR vaccinations – despite general practices continuing to offer routine immunisations.

Measles, mumps and rubella are highly infectious illnesses that can easily spread between unvaccinated people. Complications from these diseases can be potentially life changing.

Children need two doses of the safe and effective MMR vaccine, with the first dose given around the child's first birthday, and the second dose given at around three years and four months old. Both doses are needed to ensure full and lasting protection against measles, mumps and rubella.

The NHS has also sent out over 1.5 million invitations to parents of two to three years olds to get their flu vaccination ahead of winter. Where possible, children can receive their MMR catch up vaccine at the same time as their flu vaccine.

Parents and carers can find out more about the different vaccines their child should have and when by visiting www.nhs.uk and searching for 'NHS vaccinations and when to have them'.

MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine - NHS (www.nhs.uk)​

Regional Command (HIVE & Family Support) Non-UK National Support

 

Pinnacle Group Free Coaching & Mentoring

 

Mankind: Acorn Recovery Programme for Male Survivors of Domestic Abuse

 

Op Fortitude

 

Blind Veterans UK

Please click here Blind Veterans to read this month's update.

Defence Domestic Abuse Survivor Community & Awareness Network - for anyone employed by MOD

Serve & Protect Credit Union: Play and Give Challenge

 

For further information please click the link above. ​

National Cyber Security Centre - Phishing: Spot and Report Scam Emails,, Texts, Websites and Calls

'Phishing' is when criminals use scam emails, text messages or phone calls to trick their victims. The aim is often to make you visit a website, which may download a virus onto your computer, or steal bank details or other personal information.

This link explains how to report phishing attempts, and protect yourself from scammers - CLICK HERE​

Gambling Related Harms Awareness Webinars by GamCare - free

Free webinars on Thursday 22nd June and Thursday 6th July. See poster for more detail.

Wraparound Childcare (WAC) - Last Monthly Q&A session 12th July 2023 at 12.30pm

Want to know more about Wraparound Childcare?

Join the WAC team for a Q&A session.

Personnel and partners can join any session by using the link:​

12th July 2023 12:30 – 13:00​

Remember, you can find the WAC FAQs at Discover My Benefits: Army, RAF, Navy or Marines

Serve and Protect Credit Union - June Webinars

22 Jun 23, 1400 hrs: Boost Your Credit Score | Eventbrite

23 Jun 23, 1400hrs: Managing the Cost of Living | Eventbrite

Fri 30th Jun 23, 1400hrs: Budgeting & Spending | Eventbrite

For the full Serve & Protect program on Eventbrite click HERE​

SSAFA: Become a Community Connection Champion

#ConnectionMatters is the theme of this year's #LonelinessAwarenessWeek, and the wonderful groups and events that SSAFA's Community Connection Champions host are a chance to connect with others. Bowling, walking groups and art sessions - there's so much happening! If you are interested in becoming a Community Connection Champion, you can find out more here https://www.ssafa.org.uk/community-connection-champion

JSP 534 - Tri-service resettlement manual - Updated June 2023

JSP 534 - The Tri-Service Resettlement Manual has now been updated - see HERE for full details.

The WAC evaluation survey is now live

Mental Health Awareness Week

All this week we want to talk about anxiety and the things that can help.

Find out more about the week and how you can get involved here: Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 | Mental Health Foundation

Tax Credits are ending and are being replaced by Universal Credit - claimants will be notified when they have to reclaim

 

Migration notices will be issued to all Tax Credit claimants over the next two years. Claimants will need to take action to ensure their benefits do not stop.

For further information please click here​

Service Community Information on Universal Credit and Other DWP Benefits

 

Huggable Heroes

To find out more or place an order visit https://huggableheroes.uk/​
 

Wraparound Childcare (WAC) Monthly Q&A sessions May, June & July 2023

Want to know more about Wraparound Childcare?

Join the WAC team for a Q&A session.

Personnel and partners can join any session by using the links:

18th May 2023 14:30 – 15:00

26th June 2023 10:30 – 11:00

12th July 2023 12:30 – 13:00​

Remember, you can find the WAC FAQs at Discover My Benefits: Army, RAF, Navy or Marines