Bolster Community

Unit 1, Whitegates Industrial Estate
Killeavy Road
Newry
BT35 6EP
United Kingdom

Contact Details

[email protected]

0283 0835 764

https://bolstercommunity.org/about/

https://twitter.com/BolsterCom

https://www.facebook.com/bolstercommunity

Opening Hours

Monday-Friday 9.00-5.00pm

Sectors

Audience

Children (5-15 years old) Learning disabilities Older people Parents Preschool (0-5 years old)

Sometimes we all need a little help and when you do, Bolster Community has your back. Bolster Community is a not for profit organisation with offices in Newry and Kilkeel. We’re a practical, hands-on charity that works alongside individuals, families and communities to help them get through and get ahead. Since 2004, we’ve had the privilege of helping countless individuals reach their full potential. From early years right through to later years, we support and strengthen people facing life’s tough challenges. Bolster Community (previously known as SPACE NI), has grown from a small campaigning organisation in Warrenpoint, to a key third sector agency providing services, support, training and leadership on community development, resilience and well-being. Our services are centered around supporting three categories – Family, Ability and Seniors.

Our Family Support Service provides practical and therapeutic support and a range of training programmes for parents and children. As coordinator of the Newry and Mourne Family Support Hub, we help find solutions for families facing physical and mental health problems, family breakdown, parenting difficulties, financial problems and social and rural isolation.

Our Ability services are dedicated to connecting children and young adults of mixed ability to reach for the stars. We are especially proud of our Social Enterprise and online gift shop, a safe place for our volunteers to feel connected, valued and purposeful. Our Social Enterprise products are lovingly handcrafted and all profits go back into supporting our vital work.

Signposting and practical support to older members of the community are delivered through our Seniors services. Comfort Zone is a social group bringing seniors together to make new friends and enjoy some company. Home2Hospital, a driver service for those over 60 that live in rural Mournes and Slieve Gullion, is a lifeline to many.

Bolster Community's Content

Event

Conference

Empower Autistic Voices - Autism Conference

Bolster Community

Are you interested in learning more about autism and how to support the autistic community? Bolster Community has an exciting event coming up - Empowering Autistic Voices. This conference features inspiring guest speakers who will provide valuable insights into understanding autism, breaking into employment, and overcoming social barriers specific to the autistic community.

Dates:

04 May 2023

Newry

More Information

Type of Organisation

VCSE

Company Number

NI655061

NI Charity Number

NI107382

Team

Allison Slater
Brenda McLarnon