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Rising cost of living

The rising cost of living has caused not only financial struggles but also emotional struggles as parents deal with tightening budgets, increased stress and worry. If you are struggling emotionally please contact Parenting NI free on 0808 8010 722 to speak to an adviser. If you would like to discuss your financial situation and explore […]

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Drugs And Alcohol NI

No matter where you live in Northern Ireland, or how you’re affected by drug and alcohol misuse, support services are available in your local area. Find out more at www.DrugsAndAlcoholNI.info

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Ballymena DEA Cluster Meeting

Ballymena DEA Cluster Meeting – Tuesday 28 March 2023 at 7.00pm , Ballymena North Business Centre. Cluster work is about supporting local communities to deliver community based programmes and promote joint working for the benefit of the whole community. Come along to find out more!

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Information sessions for parents and carers with an interest in finding out more about #SEN in schools

Information sessions for parents and carers with an interest in finding out more about #SEN in schools – across the nursery, primary and post-primary sectors – have been organised at a number of #EA locations. Running from 27 March until 5 April, there will be six in-person events and one online session. The EA’s SEN […]

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Protect others from norovirus

Protect others from norovirus – wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water After going to the toilet Before you prepare any food Alcohol gels won’t kill norovirus, so keep washing your hands! More info pha.site/norovirus #StopNorovirus

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Autism Social Cafe

Autism Social Cafe Friday 24th March 10am – 12noon Roe Valley Leisure Centre

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Mental Health Support for Young People

Please see below support for young people aged 10-18 struggling with their mental health, who live in the Northern Trust area, and who are using alcohol and/or drugs.   This project is being delivered via ASCERT and funded through BBC Children in Need.  

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Illegal money lenders

Illegal money lenders can target you when you are at your most vulnerable Take care to stay safe and ask for help if you are struggling If you or anyone you know has been affected by this or are struggling with drug debts please call 101 or visit https://crowd.in/1VJj0N for further information.  

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Have you overspent your budget by gambling?

Have you overspent your budget by gambling? Maybe it’s caused an argument with someone in your life? GamCare understand. Speak to a member of their Helpline team, free and confidentially, 24/7: http://ow.ly/lSyb50NlnPq

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Breastfeeding

#Breastfeeding Are you expecting? Or perhaps you are a new mum! For more information on the benefits of breastfeeding or to find out how you can access breastfeeding support services see www.breastfedbabies.org

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