Charity supports military community
FearFree is a charity which supports current and ex-service personnel in Wiltshire, who are worried about how they treat their loved ones.
Emily Denne, FearFree’s Service Director, said: “Domestic abuse take...
A helping hand for army families
AFF sometimes receives enquiries of a sensitive or more challenging nature around sexual violence, domestic abuse, addiction, gambling and more general mental health and wellbeing issues.
We are always explo...
BlogSpot – Research is challenging but rewarding
A blog from Army&You’s spring 2024 edition by Lyndsay Spencer
I’m a military wife, mum to three wonderful service children and undertaking a part-time PhD at the University of Surrey. The focus of my PhD...
Boarding briefing – the financial impact
Every year many army families consider boarding school as an option to ensure their children’s education is not disrupted by the frequent moves that come with army life. When you’re thinking about all the opt...
A postcard from Edinburgh
Jody (serving), Liz, Ethan (18) and Eliza (16)
How long have you been an army family?
Twenty years and counting…
Time in Edinburgh?
We are just four months in.
How many other military families live there...
Menopause matters
Army&You spoke to Mo Bingham – the founder of the MOD Menopause Network and winner of a Women in Defence Unsung Heroine Award…
Please tell us about your background
I have been a Crown Servant for almost...
Starting out in the world of work
It can be daunting for young people who are taking their first steps into the world of work, whether that is finding a Saturday job, starting out on a dream career or just working out what to do in the future...
Tips to ensure a smooth move
Make sure you’re up to speed on how to book your removals – contractor Agility has some tips to help ensure a smooth move…
BOOKING
To book your removals, register at grms-external.agility.com and fill in th...
Coworking hub is launched in Hereford
The Military Coworking Network (MCN) has opened a new coworking hub in Hereford, offering a professional office space to military spouses and partners of Hereford Garrison for work and study.
The space, whic...
Vehicle admin spotlight
Last year AFF’s overseas team dealt with a small number of enquiries where families overseas needed advice on issues related to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
As a result of this AFF has est...