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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/utility/feedstylesheets/atom.xsl" media="screen"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xml:lang="en-US"><title type="html">Announcements</title><subtitle type="html" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/atom</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements" /><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/atom" /><generator uri="http://telligent.com" version="12.0.0.15013">Telligent Community (Build: 12.0.0.15013)</generator><updated>2026-03-11T10:39:43Z</updated><entry><title>Samaritans</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/samaritans" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/samaritans</id><published>2026-03-11T13:43:55Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T13:43:55Z</updated><content type="html">

Samaritans are here 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk, whether you&amp;#39;re feeling overwhelmed, low, or just need someone to listen without judgement. Their volunteers offer calm, confidential support whenever things feel difficult, and you don&amp;amp;rsqu...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/samaritans"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13254&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Royal British Legion</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-british-legion" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-british-legion</id><published>2026-03-11T13:41:37Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T13:41:37Z</updated><content type="html">
The Royal British Legion provides mental‑health information, guidance and a helpline for the serving and veteran community. They can support with emotional wellbeing questions, help with next steps and point you towards trusted services. It&amp;rsquo;s ...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-british-legion"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13253&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Royal Navy &amp; Royal Marine Charity</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-navy-royal-marine-charity" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-navy-royal-marine-charity</id><published>2026-03-11T13:37:45Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T13:37:45Z</updated><content type="html">
The Royal Navy &amp;amp; Royal Marine Charity (RNRMC0 funds a wide range of mental‑health and wellbeing initiatives, including support for children&amp;rsquo;s mental health and the LGBTQ+ community. They work with partner organisations to ensure tailored s...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-navy-royal-marine-charity"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13252&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>The Royal Navy Benevolent Trust</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/the-royal-navy-benevolent-trust" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/the-royal-navy-benevolent-trust</id><published>2026-03-11T13:18:12Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T13:18:12Z</updated><content type="html">
The RNBT provides signposting and support for serving personnel and veterans who may be facing mental‑health challenges. They gather helpful information and aim to ensure no one feels they&amp;rsquo;re navigating difficult times alone. It&amp;rsquo;s a reas...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/the-royal-navy-benevolent-trust"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13251&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Government Mental Health guidance</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/government-mental-health-guidance" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/government-mental-health-guidance</id><published>2026-03-11T13:01:44Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T13:01:44Z</updated><content type="html">
This GOV.UK page gives clear, official information on mental‑health support available to both serving personnel and families. It signposts to government‑endorsed services and trusted charities, making it a reliable place to check what help is availa...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/government-mental-health-guidance"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13250&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Combat Stress</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/combat-stress" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/combat-stress</id><published>2026-03-11T12:41:50Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T12:41:50Z</updated><content type="html">
Combat Stress supports those experiencing mental‑health difficulties such as anxiety, depression or trauma. They offer a confidential helpline, email support and self‑help tools for anyone who feels they need assistance. It&amp;rsquo;s a reassuring star...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/combat-stress"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13249&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Mental Health Foundation</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/mental-health-foundation" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/mental-health-foundation</id><published>2026-03-11T12:39:04Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T12:39:04Z</updated><content type="html">
The Mental Health Foundation provides easy to understand information for serving personnel, families and veterans. Their pages cover how to recognise mental health concerns and how to support yourself or others. It&amp;rsquo;s a helpful place to learn m...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/mental-health-foundation"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13247&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>HeadFIT</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headfit" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headfit</id><published>2026-03-11T12:01:17Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T12:01:17Z</updated><content type="html">
HeadFIT offers simple, quick mental‑fitness exercises based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques. These tools help with stress, sleep and boosting your everyday mood, and they&amp;rsquo;re designed to fit easily into daily routines. Created...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headfit"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13245&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>NHS Armed Forces Mental Health</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/nhs-armed-forces-mental-health" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/nhs-armed-forces-mental-health</id><published>2026-03-11T11:33:17Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T11:33:17Z</updated><content type="html">
The NHS provides specific guidance for serving personnel and reservists, explaining what support is available through both Defence Medical Services and civilian NHS routes. It&amp;rsquo;s helpful for understanding your options, whether you&amp;rsquo;re at h...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/nhs-armed-forces-mental-health"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13243&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>SSAFA</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/ssafa" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/ssafa</id><published>2026-03-11T11:32:24Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T11:32:24Z</updated><content type="html">
SSAFA offers a mental‑health helpline, online chat and a range of supportive information for those dealing with stress or wellbeing challenges. Their team can help you talk things through and point you towards the right kind of support. It&amp;rsquo;s a...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/ssafa"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13242&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Headspace</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headspace" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headspace</id><published>2026-03-11T11:01:23Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T11:01:23Z</updated><content type="html">Headspace is available for free to serving personnel and their families. This includes guided meditation, sleep tools, stress‑management exercises, and more.
To access, visit the Headspace topic on the forum:
&lt;a href="/topics/headspace/"&gt;Royal Navy Forum&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;

and follow the se...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headspace"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13240&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Naval Families Federation</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/naval-families-federation" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/naval-families-federation</id><published>2026-03-11T10:51:21Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T10:51:21Z</updated><content type="html">The Naval Families Federation (NFF) provides comprehensive support for Service people and their families, including mental‑health guidance, resources, and up‑to‑date information on navigating challenges related to Service life

More Information:&amp;amp;nbsp...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/naval-families-federation"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13239&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry><entry><title>Anchoring Minds</title><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/anchoring-minds" /><id>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/anchoring-minds</id><published>2026-03-11T10:39:43Z</published><updated>2026-03-11T10:39:43Z</updated><content type="html">Anchoring Minds, provided by Mind Solet, offers dedicated mental health support for Royal Navy and Royal Marine serving personnel and their families. The service provides guidance, wellbeing support, and signposting to further help if needed.
More In...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/anchoring-minds"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=13237&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</content><author><name>Ask Info HQ</name><uri>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/members/askinfohq</uri></author></entry></feed>