This exciting new programme offers HSC staff, service users and carers an excellent opportunity to develop together their capacity to support the HSC to improve how it plans, delivers and lead our services together. Read more
Chris Magee from Criss Cross Removals tells how he and his company has got behind CAUSE! Read more
NEA is concerned that the ‘perfect storm’ of higher energy prices, reduced incomes, and leaky, inefficient housing could put many households in Northern Ireland at increased risk of fuel poverty this coming winter. Read on for some energy saving tips Read more
Papyrus is offering free suicide prevention training for anyone in the Belfast area. Read more
Whether you are a new carer or have been caring for someone for a while, we believe that it’s important that you understand your rights and are able to access the support that is available to you as soon as you need it. Read this year’s Carers Rights Day report here! Read more
The Belfast Recovery College is hiring! Seeking a Band 4 Sessional Peer Educator. Read more
Community pharmacies across Northern Ireland will provide a Pharmacy First service again this winter, encouraging patients to contact their local chemist for help with everyday health conditions, including common winter ailments. Read more
For the first time, Northern Ireland’s six Health and Social Care Trusts, the Public Health Agency, local councils, universities and voluntary sector organisations have joined forces to organise an event to mark International Men’s Day 2021. Read more
WRAP is delivered by trained WRAP facilitators with experience in mental health. The WRAP course is for everyone. We all need a wellness plan! Read more
This FREE Apple app aims to provide quick to find helplines for users to get support instantly and also a wide range of links to reading materials that can help people in a time of need. Read more
Due to the closure and migration of the Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) to a new entity within the Department of Health, a new planning model must be designed and implemented. Read more
Sunday 10 October is World Mental Health Day will you make a move to make caring in mental health count! Read more
Throughout October there is a huge range of activities for older people by Age Friendly Belfast/ Belfast City Council. Check out what's happening! Read more
With continued pressure right across the health and social care system, Southern Health and Social Care Trust is appealing to anyone with urgent but not life threatening symptoms to please ‘Phone First’ before attending its Emergency Departments or minor injuries services. Read more
Text-a-Nurse is a confidential messaging service for young people aged 11-19. Read more
Please note - NEW DATE FOR REGISTRATION - will be open from September 27 to October 25! Read more
Mental Health UK will be partnering with ITN Productions Industry News around the production of a news-style programme raising the profile of mental health in the UK, from those severely affected by mental illness, to people whose mental health has worsened during the current coronavirus crisis. Read more
The Department of Health have announced a “Big Jab Weekend” initiative to improve vaccine take-up. It will see mass vaccination centres once again offering walk-in first jabs for all adults – for two days only this Saturday and Sunday (August 21 and 22). Read more
Covid-19 Critical Care Recovery site provides accurate information based on your experiences Read more
Feelings you might be experiencing during your relative’s COVID recovery Read more
Last year over 6,000 carers filled in these surveys about their experiences of caring during the pandemic. In this latest survey you’ll be asked to tell them what life is like now, and what needs to change. Read more
It's not too late to apply to the The Open University's Carers Scholarship Fund for the 2021/22 academic year. Read more
With lockdown restrictions easing we are looking forward to getting out and about a little more. Check out the schemes that provide free or reduced tickets for a carer! Read more
Looking after someone is Carers UK's guide for anyone caring for family or friends. The guide outlines your rights as a carer and gives an overview of the practical and financial support available. Read more