Generic and local information for the UK Military community in Naples including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
This is best viewed through a personal device because the MODnet firewall may prevent access to some links.
Thursday 30 September 2021
Defence Childrens Service - Hornbull School National Gallery Exhibition
Youth Employment UK
Wednesday 29 September 2021
On Track - Own Your Mind Event
Tuesday 28 September 2021
An update from the Children’s Education Advisory Service (CEAS)
CEAS - change of email.
Following the move to Defence Children Services (DCS) the general email for CEAS has been changed. It is understood that for a short time enquiries from Service parents or entitled civilians overseas will be forwarded, but the CEAS team would be grateful if you could note the new number so that you will be able to access free and professional educational advice, support and guidance which may include:
· School admissions and admission appeals in the UK
· Special Educational Needs and Disability/ Additional Needs
· Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) and the Special Educational Needs Addition (SENA)
· Education Overseas for Service children and the MOD Assessment of Supportability Overseas
· Retention of SFA on educational Grounds
· Parental rights and responsibilities
Parents who have any educational issues, concerns or need to contact CEAS as directed in regulations should email: RC-DCS-HQ-CEAS@mod.gov.uk
Thursday 23 September 2021
More Support for Veterans in Jobcentre Plus Locations
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has increased its support for job hunting veterans, services leavers, and their families, at various Jobcentre Plus locations.
Tuesday 21 September 2021
TogetherAll
Togetherall, (formerly Big White Wall), is available 24/7 and monitored by trained mental health professionals. A safe place online to get things off your chest, have conversations, express yourself creatively and learn how to manage your mental health. Within the Togetherall platform members are anonymous, so no one will know you’re using it unless you tell them. Most members report feeling better and more able to cope as a result of using the service and because it’s available 24/7, nearly 70% use Togetherall outside of normal working hours.
A community where members are anonymous to each other, they can share how they are feeling and support each other
· Access 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
· Clinically managed with trained professionals available 24/7 to keep the community safe
· Self-assessments and recommended resources
· Creative tools to help express how you’re feeling
· Wide range of self-guided courses to do at your own pace
Available for free to all serving personnel, veterans and their family members (aged 16+). Just visit www.Togetherall.com
Thursday 16 September 2021
Take Five To Stop Fraud - Stop, Challenge, Protect
Have You Got Married Since The Birth Of Your Child?
The Military Co-working Network
The Military Coworking Network (MCN) is a community of military partners working together to create a network of Coworking office spaces on military bases. The Coworking hubs are supported by an online community for members everywhere to share advice, information, inspiration, and create a network of contacts. In 2020 a successful Covenant Trust bid meant further Hubs could be planned, with the MCN team working closely, in a tri-service project, with the Royal Air Forces Association and the RAF Families Federation.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions hubs had to be closed and opening of new hubs had to be delayed. With restrictions lifting and some normality returning, most of the hubs are now open and operational with more hubs due to open in the near future. See below list for current hub locations:
Hub location Status Aldershot Garrison TBC Blandford Camp Opens 20 September Bovington TBC Bulford Camp (also serving Tidworth Camp) Open Chivenor Reopened 6 September HMNB Clyde Open Leuchars Open RAF Akrotiri Open RAF Leeming TBC RAF Valley Open Sandhurst Reopened 14 September
Links to press releases on opening/reopening of some of the hubs are below:
Bulford hub: (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/post/new-military-coworking-hub-opens-at-bulford-camp]
RAF Valley hub: (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/post/reach-for-the-skies-coworking-hub-opens-at-raf-valley]
RAF Akrotiri hub: (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/post/first-ever-overseas-coworking-hub-opens-at-raf-akrotiri-cyprus]
HMNB Clyde hub: (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/post/coworking-hub-at-hmnb-now-officially-open]
Leuchars hub: (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/post/second-coworking-hub-to-reopen-in-scotland]
For further information, visit (www) [https://www.militarycoworking.uk/hubs]
Tuesday 14 September 2021
Friday 10 September 2021
Sea Adventures' diving course and discount
Open Water Diving COURSE
This course offers the possibility of getting the theoretical information and practical skills to dive safely and independently within the maximum depth of 18 meters, in the company of at least one other adult scuba certified diver.
This course consists of three parts:
Theory : 6 on line lessons + 6 face to face lessons to clarify the keys and securities points.
6 Confined water training : in the pool or at the sea in shallow water, to learn and repeat all the diving skills.
4 open water dives, where the depth of 18 meters is gradually reached.
DURATION: about 5 to 6 half days with flexible hours and schedule of lessons to be agreed.
PREREQUISITES:
minimum age 10 years
good physical shape
good swimming ability
medical certificate
ALL INCLUDED: SSI portal registration, on line course, insurance, 6 academics lessons, 6 confined water, 4 Open water dive, all equipment, international scuba certification release, expert instructor.
PAYMENT METHOD: € 150,00 per booking / registration, balance by the end of the course.
SPECIAL BACK TO SCHOOL OFFER: Open Water Course for service personnel and their spouse.
Next courses:
- from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 of September.
- from Monday 27 to Thursday 30 of September.
- Friday as spare day
LOCATION: Baia di Bacoli 08:30 to 14:30 ( in time for parents to collect their children after school).
Price: 450 Euros / student
SPECIAL HIVE DISCOUNT: 10% for a minimum of 2 participants
DIO Notice to Vacate (NTV Update)
From 20 September 2021, Notices to Vacate (NTV) for Service Personnel or families who have lost their entitlement to SFA, either due to leaving Service or estrangement will go back to the normal, pre-Covid, timescales. This is in line with latest government guidance.
All families who have lost their entitlement to occupy SFA are aware of this and DIO will continue to provide details of how they can find support and source alternative accommodation.
If affected Service Personnel and/or families have any concerns or enquiries then they should please contact the DIO Loss of Entitlement Team at DIORDAccn-LOETeam@mod.gov.uk.
Final Reminder about Deadline for MOD Education Support Fund
A reminder that the deadline for applications to the 2022 MOD Education Support Fund is 30 September 2021. Full details are on GOV.UK
Thursday 9 September 2021
Getting Through Tough Times
Meeting ID: 894 1525 4443
Passcode: 415211
Wednesday 8 September 2021
Defence Children's Services Commendation
Ryanair announces new UK-Italy flight routes as travel recovery continues
Do You Want to Start Your Own Business? Free Monthly Webinars for the Armed Forces Community
Looking to take the next steps and start-up your business or do you have and idea but not know where to go next? Why not join the monthly free introduction webinar giving the first insights to running your own business.
This webinar will be delivered by the Head Trainer from the successful 'Supporting the Unsung Hero' Armed Forces business start-up programme.
So if you a member of the Armed Forces Community and dreamed of becoming your own boss, then come and join us and start your journey.
NOTE: This is only available to members of the Armed Forces Community and you will be ask to verify this on sign up.
To book your spot CLICK HERE
Officers Association - LinkedIn Training Course with Lincoln Coutts Wednesday 6th October Online
Officers Association - Understand Your Pension - the Forces Pension Society Wednesday 15th Sept Online
Insight Workshop - Free To All Military & Veteran Spouses
Would your career benefit from a FREE tailored session with LinkedIn?
Have you ever experienced a birds-eye view of a military spouse being interviewed for a job?
If you answered yes to the above then join an online Insight Workshop later this month.
Tuesday 21st | 10:00 - 12:00
- Discover your values | Identifying company cultures that align with your values.
Wednesday 22nd | 10:00-12:00
- CV Workshop & Intro to LinkedIn
Thursday 23rd | 10:00 - 12:30
- Interview techniques & preparation
- Q&A
All sessions are delivered via Zoom with workbook and aftercare packages included.
Places are limited, to apply email coaching@recruitforspouses.co.uk
Tuesday 7 September 2021
Friday 3 September 2021
Contacting DIO Accommodation’s Loss of Entitlement Team
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Thursday 2 September 2021
Stay Army Fit At Home - Your Own Personnel Free Training Sessions
There are plenty of exercises that you can do without needing equipment or a gym membership. You can try our free Army Fit App, or follow our playlist of exercise videos from our PTIs to help you improve or maintain your level of fitness.
Click here
Whether you're just thinking about joining the Army, have applied, or are waiting to join, our 100% ArmyFit app can help you prepare.
The App will help you identify where you need the most work - with strength or cardio training, and build a training plan around you. You can also use it to practice 2km runs, recording your time and sharing them with your recruiter when they ask for it.
Designed by Army physical training instructors, the app will help you develop your overall fitness levels, which will help you to build and maintain a good physical standard, without risking injury. The app has videos to help you master the right techniques, and a training programme, designed to help you progress.
Armed Forces Childcare Voucher Scheme – Am I Still Eligible To Claim?
Scheme members who claim for ineligible children will have to repay the taxable benefit gained. Similarly, unused vouchers should be returned. The value of the unused vouchers will be reduced to reflect the tax relief that has been applied.
Please refer to AFCVS DIN for further details or contact:
DBS – DBSMilPerson-MilOps-CPMT-Mgr@mod.gov.uk
Sodexo - http://www.modchildcare.co.uk/contact-us/
Wednesday 1 September 2021
TogetherAll - Get Physical
Exercise is a mood booster; it can help keep you physically AND mentally healthy. Did you know that all of the UK Armed Forces (Serving, Veterans or Family Members aged 16+) have free access to Togetherall, a safe online community with useful self-help resources such as the 'Get Physical' article with tips on how to strengthen your willpower to get active 💪
Join today at www.togetherall.com