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Civic Initiative is hosting a People’s Forum

Civic Initiative is hosting a People’s Forum in Ballymena 5 Apr and Coleraine 8 Apr from 9.30-1pm Have your voices heard on key themes   Are you passionate about social justice? Community Development? Do you have views on Healthcare? Education? Rural Access? We want to hear your voice! The Civic Initiative is hosting a People’s […]

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Free OCN course

Free OCN course ‘Understanding the principles of self-advocacy’ – OCN award Level Two Course purpose and aim(s): This free OCN accredited course will enable the learner to understand different types of advocacy, the advocacy relationship and how it may be used to resolve conflict. You will also learn communication and assertive skills that are key […]

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Action Mental Health

Did you know? A recent survey found that males in Northern Ireland were less likely than females to show signs probable mental ill health, but that females were more likely than males to have sought help for concerns about their mental health. #MentalHealthAwareness #NorthernIreland #MentalHealthMatters _ Reference: The Northern Ireland Health Survey 2021/22

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Parents, its OK to……

Parenting can be challenging and some days will be more difficult than others. Remember to be kind to yourself and give yourself a break. You’re doing the best you can and that’s all that matters. Don’t forget Parenting Focus support line is here if you have specific concerns, phone free on 0808 8010 722.

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Living Life to the Full

Are you a community, voluntary or sporting group in the Western or Northern Trust area and looking to promote wellbeing within your organisation? Aware NI is offering FREE 6-week Living Life to the Full CBT programmes throughout April-June These programmes are designed to: Help people experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety Introduce cognitive behavioural therapy […]

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Ballykeel Parents Coffee Morning

Northern Connections alongside Ballykeel 2 & District Community Association will be hosting a Community Coffee Morning on Wednesday 20th March 10am-12pm at Ballykeel Community Centre in Ballymena. If you or your organisation are interested in setting up an information stand on the day please email: connections@ndact.info  

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‘Odyssey Parenting Your Teen’  online programme

‘Odyssey Parenting Your Teen’  online programme in NHSCT commencing Wednesday 17th  April

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Upcoming Events

upcoming events – sleep workshops for parents, weight management/diabetes & managing pain, Making Connections, Outdoor play/forest school, social media for community groups Tue 19th March 7-8pm – Sleep Talk Sleep Talk for Parents – calm bedtime routine via zoom This workshop is a comprehensive guide for parents seeking to establish calm bedtime routines and promote […]

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Introducing Our New Love Needs No Words Project -newsletter

Love Needs No Words Project is embarking on a new journey to becoming a social enterprise. The focus remains on raising awareness for nonspeaking individuals within healthcare, education, and our communities. As part of this evolution, they’re launching a Nonspeaking Awareness Consultancy service. They aim to collaborate with healthcare and education professionals to foster greater […]

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Understanding Self Harm

Understanding Self Harm Wednesday 20th March 2024 10am – 1 pm 📍Heaney Homeplace Bellaghy This workshop examines the behaviour of self-harm in terms of what circumstances may have started the behaviour, how those situations make the person feel and how the feelings manifest in self-harming behaviour. It will also look at the impact of alcohol […]

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