BELGIUM: HIVE Departure Packs for SHAPE and Brussels

When you are due to move on from SHAPE or Brussels, don’t forget to request your HIVE Departure Pack in plenty of time.

Complete with Moving Checklist, Vehicle De-Registration Checklist and other useful hints and tips, you can request yours either in person in the Community Office or by dropping an email to RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk.

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BELGIUM: Father’s Mental Health in the Perinatal Period

SSAFA, together with BFBS, is proud to promote an important initiative focused on fathers’ mental health during the perinatal period. This work reflects our shared commitment to inclusive, evidence based family support and improving outcomes for all parents.

We invite you to promote and  watch Invisible, a short, powerful film exploring fathers’ experiences of the perinatal period, Invisible’ is a powerful new film, launched by the Institute of Health Visiting in 2025, to raise awareness of the complex interplay of factors that impact men in the transition to fatherhood. 

The film, funded by The Burdett Trust for Nursing and produced in collaboration with Inner Eye Productions, follows Luke’s journey as he becomes dad to baby Josh. 

You may find the film upsetting, particularly if you have been affected by any of the issues raised.  Please do reach  to your GP, Health Visitor, Welfare, Padre or  MIND (0300 102 1234) www.mind.org.uk for support 

Studies show that many new dads feel ignored and left out by services, which may mean they don’t ask for help when they’re struggling. With at least 1 in 10 men experiencing mental health problems around the time of birth, and suicide remaining the leading cause of death in men under 50, there can be unique opportunities for midwives, health visitors and other professionals like yourselves to identify any concerns and offer timely support. 

Why this matters:

• Up to 1 in 10 fathers experience postnatal depression, often unrecognised.
• Fathers’ mental health strongly influences infant bonding, child behavioural outcomes, and maternal wellbeing.
• Engaging fathers early improves attachment security, supports co-parenting, and strengthens protective networks around the child.
• National guidance, including the NHS Long Term Plan and Best Start in Life, emphasises the inclusion of fathers as equal caregivers.

This Useful Guide also provides some excellent advice: How Dads Can Get Involved

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BELGIUM: Technology Top Tips with the HISO - How to Prioritise your Facebook Group Posts.

We have recently had feedback that posts are being missed in the Official British Facebook Group or Notifications of new posts are not being received with people only being alerted to a new post when someone comments on it. 

Facebook often change their algorithms which affects what notifications you receive. But this can be easily remedied with three little steps:

• Click on the 3 dots
• Select Manage Notifications
• Then select ALL in the ‘In App Notification’ Section and ON in the ‘Batch Mentions’ Section 

Annnnd you’re all set!

Do keep an eye on this if you notice you are missing posts in future as it is not a once and done solution unfortunately. Facebook does like to keep us on our toes!

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NAPLES : More helpful Tips from the DIO

 

As Winter approaches and the Mosquitos leave us for a short while - it is really important to prepare your house for next season.

Please take the time to check your mosquito nets and shutters.

Now is the time to get them sorted. If you find any that need repairing , make your list , clearly mark them out, take the photos and report it to DIO.

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NAPLES : A perfect day in Napoli

 

One perfect day in Napoli

From your morning expresso at Gran Caffe, Gambrinus to a seaside limoncello under the stars, here's how to experience Naples in 24 unforgettable hours.

Walk through history in Spaccanapoli

Savour the city's iconic sfogliatella

Watch the sunset at Castel dell'Ovo

Feel the soul of southern Italy in every moment

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NAPLES : Beautiful Mall situated near Pompeii

 

Christmas Shopping - Looking for somewhere different? Official Website

Maximall Pompeii, Shopping, Entertainment and Food deluxe.

A luxury mall with 200 plus brands, 188 shops, 105 hotel rooms, 8 movie theatres and much more.

Whether you are looking for Hamleys, Lindt or Clothes - this is the place to be.

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NAPLES - Social Toolkit for Parents - Questions BIG and Small

Toolkit for Parents - Big or small

A fantastic resource for parents worldwide aimed to support in all life decisions and all aspects of your children's life.

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NAPLES : Some of the most beautiful sites in the world less than 1 hour from Bari

 

Exploring Italy

Now the tourism is slowing down - fancy a trip to Bari, Puglia?
From Bari you can reach some of Italy's most charming towns in under an hour!

• Alberobello (1 Hour) - Truly magic

• Polignano a Mare (40 Mins) - Cliffs over turquise seas 

• Monopoli (45 Mins) - Coastal calm & charm

• Ostuni (55 Mins) - The City of Dreams

Literally we find ourselves in the cusp of absolute beauty - let's start exploring!

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BRUNEI: PCMF - PCMF and Dental Centre Opening Hours and Contact details

PCMF Clinic

Mon, Tue, Thurs & Fri

0845 - 1545 hrs

Wed

0845 - 1145 hrs

Daily Sick Parade

Mon - Fri

0845 - 0945 hrs

PMCF can be contacted via the below number:

PCMF civilian line - 322 4893

PCMF military ext line - 3224101 Ext 3226

During out of office hours, our duty nurse can be reached via

+673 833 0246

Dental Centre

Mon, Tue & Thurs

0830 - 1230 hrs, 1330 - 1700 hrs

Wed & Fri

0830 - 1230 hrs

Daily Sick Parade

Mon - Fri

0800 - 0900 hrs

Dental can be contacted via the below number:

Dental military ext line - 94193 3354 or 3224101 Ext 3354

Dental mobile number - 8301856

During out of office hours, our duty nurse can be reached via

+673 833 0246.

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BELGIUM: Kooth an online support service for young people

 

 

KOOTH.com is an online mental health support for young people overseas. The website is accessible all year round for support from other young people and professionals and offers:

• Well-being Boosting mini-activities
• A podcast
• A 1:1 chat service
• A messaging service.

To find out more about Kooth and how it can support young people, watch the following video.

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