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ASK INFO — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:54:04 GMT

This information has been put together to give you an overview of some of the services that are available to you. For further information please contact RN FPS at rnrm-wio@royalnavymail.mod.uk SERVICE-RELATED SUPPORT MOD Service Allowanc...(read more)

SAIL Seafarers Advice and Information Line - Help with Money Worries.

ASK INFO — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:42:55 GMT

"SAIL is the only UK-wide Citizens Advice for seafarers and their partners. We are all experienced professional advisers who understand the issues you face. SAIL’s help is completely free. We provide support by phone, email and Zoom. SAIL ...(read more)

The Healthy Start Scheme - Help to Buy Food & Drink

ASK INFO — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:25:03 GMT

What is Healthy Start? If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to get help to buy healthy food and milk. If you’re eligible, you’ll be sent a Healthy Start card with money on it that you ca...(read more)

Childcare Checker - Learn about Government help with childcare costs.

ASK INFO — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:15:33 GMT

Did you know that you may be able to get government help with childcare costs? Whether you have toddlers or teens you could get support. Follow the links below to find out more: Go to the Government website "Get Childcare" and find the ste...(read more)

Association of Royal Navy Officers (ARNO) & The Royal Navy Officers' Charities (RNOC).

RN FPS HQ — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:50:00 GMT

Founded in 1739 "The Royal Navy Officers' Charity (RNOC) provides benevolence to both serving and retired officers of the Royal Navy (RN, RM and QARNNS), their spouses, former spouses and dependants who are in need of financial support.Examp...(read more)

Greenwich Hospital

RN FPS HQ — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Helping the Royal Navy Community thrive Greenwich Hospital "focus on funding proactive and preventative interventions that can deliver positive change in people's lives. We fund support and projects to help the Royal Navy community thrive, e...(read more)

DDS - Armed Forces, Veterans and Armed Forces Community Discount Service

RN FPS HQ — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:55:00 GMT

The Defence Discount Service offers a broad range of discounts to help your money go a bit further. These are the main discount areas covered: Beauty & Wellbeing Children & Baby Fashion Food & Drink Gifts & Flowers Ho...(read more)

Tax-Free Childcare Account

Former Member — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:54:00 GMT

Did you know that you can get up to £500 every 3 months (up to £2,000 a year)** for each of your children to help with the costs of childcare using the Tax-Free Childcare account? **The amount goes up to £1,000 every 3 months...(read more)

Council Tax Discounts and Exemptions

Former Member — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:10:00 GMT

Should you be receiving a Council Tax or Contribution in Lieu of Council Tax (CILCOT) discount or exemption? You’ll usually have to pay Council Tax if you’re 18 or over. A full Council Tax bill is based on at least 2 adults living in a...(read more)

Naval Children's Charity - Cost Of Living Resources

ASK INFO — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:23:00 GMT

The cost of living is an ongoing concern for many. The Naval Children's Charity have a list of resources - both general and targeted at Naval families - that can help during these difficult times. FIND OUT MORE: Naval Children&#3...(read more)

Aggie's Pastoral Support

RN FPS HQ — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Aggie’s Pastoral Workers are based at RN and RM establishments across the UK and they are available to support you and your family. Aggie’s Pastoral Workers are available to listen and chat, meaning that you can opening and confide...(read more)

The Royal Navy Benevolent Trust

RN FPS HQ — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:50:00 GMT

Support from The RNBT is grouped into these distinct areas, also referred to as ‘categories of need’. We always consider applications from those who really need help, although there are some circumstances in which our Royal Ch...(read more)

Headspace - Mindful Money

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:40:00 GMT

Meditation and mindfulness can be useful tools to help you manage stress, anxiety, and fear that you may be experiencing. If you have financial concerns, including those arising out of the current cost of living crisis you may wish to consider this o...(read more)

Energy Bills Support

Former Member — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:50:00 GMT

If you’re on benefits or have a low income you may be eligible for: the Warm Home Discount Scheme energy-saving improvement schemes home energy support payments Warm Home Discount Scheme You could get £150 off your electricity bill fo...(read more)

Cost of Living help Guide - Money Saving Expert 90+ Ways to Save

Former Member — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:40:00 GMT

In response to the Cost of Living Crisis the team at Money Saving Expert (MSE) have compiled 90+ ways to save money during this situation. To access the suggestions please visit Money Saving Expert Ways to Save, MSE also have a whole range of ...(read more)