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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/utility/feedstylesheets/rss.xsl" media="screen"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"><channel><title>Announcements</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements</link><description /><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><generator>Telligent Community 12</generator><item><title>SSAFA</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/ssafa</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:01:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:4ebd8fd8-347c-4a5d-8217-1cc4e2f27065</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13242</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/ssafa#comments</comments><description>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;</description></item><item><title>Headspace</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headspace</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:01:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:37b11c0b-4109-469a-97c5-0e68e2cdcfb3</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13240</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headspace#comments</comments><description>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;Headspace&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;

and follow the secure si...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Able Futures</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/able-futures-772366912</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:50014f27-eb1d-4b25-8733-8e76c347e4a2</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=14401</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/able-futures-772366912#comments</comments><description>New Wellbeing Support Available &amp;ndash; Able Futures
Able Futures is a confidential mental health support service funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), designed to help people manage their mental wellbeing while remaining in work.
Wha...(&lt;a href="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/able-futures-772366912"&gt;read more&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;img src="https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/aggbug?PostID=14401&amp;AppID=343&amp;AppType=Weblog&amp;ContentType=0" width="1" height="1"&gt;</description></item><item><title>Samaritans</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/samaritans</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:3d1064a1-e365-4dcf-ab91-11c346457721</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13254</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/samaritans#comments</comments><description>
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;rsquo;t n...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Royal British Legion</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-british-legion</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:bc5cc31b-c463-4e93-b869-9bb70e9cf2ea</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13253</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-british-legion#comments</comments><description>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 a...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Royal Navy &amp; Royal Marine Charity</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-navy-royal-marine-charity</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:c18f6c20-1dd1-4a16-b891-0cbfc32f3b70</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13252</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/royal-navy-royal-marine-charity#comments</comments><description>The Royal Navy &amp;amp; Royal Marine Charity (RNRMC) 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 su...(&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;</description></item><item><title>The Royal Navy Benevolent Trust</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/the-royal-navy-benevolent-trust</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:d64ca552-7c2e-4749-a902-fd6e8a3ebdcf</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13251</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/the-royal-navy-benevolent-trust#comments</comments><description>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 reass...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Government Mental Health guidance</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/government-mental-health-guidance</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:fe336c8e-5921-47ca-9404-67584963096f</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13250</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/government-mental-health-guidance#comments</comments><description>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 availab...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Combat Stress</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/combat-stress</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:f0ff8169-0588-4e8a-b628-6ec0e86186ad</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13249</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/combat-stress#comments</comments><description>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 start...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Mental Health Foundation</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/mental-health-foundation</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:e0ddd8e7-d61f-4848-bccc-3ff0aa239a7b</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13247</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/mental-health-foundation#comments</comments><description>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 mo...(&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;</description></item><item><title>HeadFIT</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headfit</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:44ef75c0-7d79-4c3f-92d2-e73288ddd81d</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13245</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/headfit#comments</comments><description>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;</description></item><item><title>NHS Armed Forces Mental Health</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/nhs-armed-forces-mental-health</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:638c5b14-ebc1-4301-b951-c82611b82903</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13243</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/nhs-armed-forces-mental-health#comments</comments><description>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 ho...(&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;</description></item><item><title>Anchoring Minds</title><link>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/anchoring-minds</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">b28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:a3686aee-1245-421f-aee2-b31ecd9f622e</guid><dc:creator>Ask Info HQ</dc:creator><slash:comments>0</slash:comments><wfw:commentRss xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/">https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/rsscomments?WeblogPostID=13237</wfw:commentRss><comments>https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/mental-health/b/announcements/posts/anchoring-minds#comments</comments><description>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.
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