Ex-Forces Support NY

Offering practical and customised support for ex-members of the armed forces over 65. Funded by the Aged Veterans Fund. Call 01904 704177 for more info.

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

We would like to inform all followers that the project has now reached the end of its funding through @CovenantTrust. Please read the full statement on our website. https://t.co/u5NCqAmIZL

[CommunityFirstYorks @CommFirstYorks]

The Campaign to #EndLonelinessUK & British Red Cross are hosting a twitter chat tomorrow (1-2pm) via #TacklingLoneliness. Be part of the conversation on the impact #COVID19uk is having on #loneliness for you and the people you help. @RedCrossPolicy

[CommunityFirstYorks @CommFirstYorks]

Thinking of marking people’s homes to show the vulnerable or elderly so people can help? Please think again – you are marking them for scammers! Instead focus on supporting family, friends, neighbours and volunteering with a known local charity or community group. @BBCTheOneShow

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Don't forget the @WarmWellNYorks team are still able to provide advice for those worried about their energy bills during self-isolation. For more information take a look at their website. https://t.co/xx6nR4C9TW

[CommunityFirstYorks @CommFirstYorks]

Our @WarmWellNYorks team may also be able to help advise if you are concerned 01609 767 555

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

The @theRCOT have some great advice for those who are undertaking social distancing. Keeping a regular daily routine and setting daily goals can help to maintain good mental and physical well-being.
@TLCNorthYorks @CommFirstYorks @AgeUKNYD @mysaintmichaels @HHHomecare

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

We've added a PDF version of our guide to Staying Well When #SocialDistancing to make it easier to share

Download from the bottom of this page 👇https://t.co/NHZ8GQVkoZ

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Are worried about the #coronavirus due to underlying health conditions that you or your family members have? @HealthwatchNY have links to pages for advice for those with specific health conditions. Click on the link below for more information.

[Healthwatch North Yorkshire @HealthwatchNY]

We're compiling lots of links to information from various organisations about coronavirus and how it affects a range of medical conditions and situations.

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https://t.co/aku7iE5jz2

[Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust @CovenantTrust]

Following the Chancellor's announcement, we're privileged to have been tasked with managing an additional £10M of funding to distribute as grants to projects that support veterans' mental health and wellbeing. We'll be announcing more details in the coming weeks... #veterans

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Are you worried about the #CoronaVirus and how it might impact you or your neighbours? Our project partners @AgeUKNYD have information on how you can keep yourself safe, how to take care of others and how it might impact on #loneliness. #COVID_19uk
@TLCNorthYorks

[Age UK NYD @AgeUKNYD]

Last night the Prime Minister announced that the UK was moving from the containment phase and into the delay phase. What does this mean and how can you help prevent loneliness?
Read the article here: https://t.co/FzZ4YxtaRg
#Coronavirus #COVID_19uk #OlderPeople #Loneliness

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Are you sure that the person or correspondence you are dealing with is genuine? #TakeFive, stop and think before you take action and protect your finances.

@NYorksPolice @NYPFraudUnit

[FriendsAgainstScams @AgainstScams]

Do you #TakeFive when asked for money or information? We’re supporting the ‘Take Five to Stop Fraud’ campaign in order to help you protect your money. If you’ve taken the @TakeFive quiz then tag two of your friends to spread the word: https://t.co/zilUt2yOog #StopChallengeProtect

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Do you live in Catterick, Thirsk or Whitby? Did you know you can now ask to see a GP who is also a military veteran? For more information contact your local GP surgery.

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

It's #InternationalBagpipeDay today. The bagpipe often has a prominent role in Remembrance services and armed forces celebrations and this year it will play an important role in the #VEDay75 events. Do you have memories of bagpipes - good or bad? Or are you a brass band person?

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Do you enjoy model building? The Yorkshire Veterans Model Group are holding a workshop @FirstLightTrust, Scarborough on the 24th March and 27th March in Ripon (venue TBC). More information can be found on their website https://t.co/ULOI3MddgB

https://t.co/tORBd2EURw

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Participants from our two Catterick cooking courses have been learning how to take better photographs on their iPads and tablets this morning. Thankfully it's a lovely day to do outside and practice what they have just learnt. Thanks to the tutor from @northyorkscc Adult Learning

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Have you had your say yet on the @CovenantTrust Local Grant consultation? The closing date is this Friday.

[Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust @CovenantTrust]

Our popular Local Grants consultation closes this Friday, 6 March! Have you taken part and represented your Armed Forces community yet? Take a few minutes to have your say on the future of local Covenant grant funding ⏰👉 https://t.co/iyrCngB0TT #ArmedForcesCovenant

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Don't forget our #Easingwold group still meets on the first Thursday of the month at 10am @TheGeorge8 . Come along for a brew and chat. In March @NorthYorksSport will be talking about their Prime Time and Strong and Steady programmes.

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

If you went back to your original posting today how would things have changed? @RoyalNavy took veteran Les Wills back to his home port to see the infrastructure changes

[Defence Infrastructure Organisation @mod_dio]

We took 93-year-old @RoyalNavy veteran Les Wills back to his home port @HMNBPortsmouth to see DIO’s work to support the Navy’s newest aircraft carrier @HMSPWLS #RoyalNavy #diodelivers Watch the full video here https://t.co/ZQfAhwkl0i

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Would you like to improve your woodworking skills ? With funding from @CovenantTrust, @veteranswood have extended some of their work and are now offering a drop in session on a Wednesday. Contact them direct for more information. https://t.co/LEKDPNCHpe

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Would you like to learn how to use your tablet or smart phone to take better photographs? Together with @northyorkscc adult learning we have an introductory session on photography at Riverside, Catterick Garrison 5th March from 10am to 12pm. Give us a call for more information.

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Our project development officer popped into the office last week with her two dogs to bring some light relief to the rest of the staff team. So far no one has guessed the breed. Can you offer some suggestions or did you come across them when you were stationed somewhere else?

[CommunityFirstYorks @CommFirstYorks]

Meet Milo and Tippex, our office stress relievers. Can anyone guess their breed?
#officedogs #FunFriday #funtimefriday #doggos

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Spaces on our photography course on the 5th March are filling up quickly. Get in touch soon to book a place.

[Ex-Forces Support NY @ExForcesNYorks]

Do you know someone who would like to learn how to use their tablet or smart phone to take better photographs? Together with @northyorkscc adult learning we will be delivering an introductory session in the Richmond area, 5th March, 10-12pm. Contact us for more information.