Older people

663 support services available across this Council. View services available across Northern Ireland
News

7th Heaven Animal Rescue Trust

We offer to promote Pet Friendly Landlords for free, We try to help find pet friendly hosing for those in crisis. We do not charge for this service.
Event
Online / Virtual Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

National Energy Action (NEA) NI

Habits and behaviours can be hard to change, but they can have a huge impact on how much a household spends on energy. Energy advisers need to be able to provide guidance around habits and behaviours when talking to householders. The course will look at of some of the theories and findings in the field of decision making, focusing specifically on simple practical things they can do to encourage people to act on the energy-related advice they receive.
Dates:
07 March 2023
BELFAST
Event

Eden Project Communities

Eden Project Communities events presents... Community Connected Together Community workers and volunteers lets come together this Good Relations Week for a networking lunch to share connect and learn from each other.
Dates:
18 September 2023
Belfast
News

Law Society of Northern Ireland

The Writ magazine is published by the Law Society of Northern Ireland.
Event
Conference Workshop

Parkinson's UK

We are holding an event on Wednesday 26 October, bringing those living with Parkinson's, their family and carers together with others working with, and supporting, the community.
Dates:
26 October 2022
Ballymena
Image shows name tags, a welcome page and cards to explain each game
News

RNID

RNID is asking that people add the charity's brand new Christmas dinner party game to their festive preparation list. The charity has designed the game so people can have some festive fun whilst thinking about how they communicate with others.
Volunteering

Volunteer Birthday Caller

Deafblind UK

Peterborough
nadia sawalha launches #thereforme
News

Eden Project Communities

#ThereForMe is a new social media campaign celebrating the people who support us locally.  For those who take part on social media, there’s a little treat in store, as The Big Lunch will be randomly gifting all the way to Christmas day.
Event
Informal Meetup Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

Nexus

Join us for an inspiring and informative recruitment event in the bustling Banana Block in East Belfast on Tuesday 7th November 2023. Nexus, a leading organisation in supporting individuals impacted by sexual abuse and abusive relationships, invites you to discover exciting career opportunities with us.
Dates:
07 November 2023
Belfast
Event
Informal Meetup Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

Nexus

Join us for an inspiring and informative recruitment event in the heart of Derry/Londonderry on Wednesday 25th October 2023. Nexus, a leading organisation in supporting individuals impacted by sexual abuse and abusive relationships, invites you to discover exciting career opportunities with us.
Dates:
25 October 2023
Derry/Londonderry
Event
Online / Virtual Workshop

Work West Enterprise Agency

This workshop will focus on getting to ‘know your market’ and how to identify and reach out to your customer base and key stakeholders.  It is being delivered as part of the Ards and North Down Social Entrepreneurship Programme (ANDSEP)
Dates:
10 February 2022
BELFAST
Ours to share poster
News

Rural Community Network

The ‘Ours to Share’ grant scheme is for rural community groups / organisations who are interested in developing heritage projects in rural areas. Grants for up to £1,000 and £5,000 are available.
Personalised communication card with photo showing what best describes the person e.g. I have a hearing loss, I use a hearing aid, and what their top communication needs are
News

RNID

This Deaf Awareness Week (3rd – 9th May) RNID is launching a personalised digital communication card in response to the challenges now faced by the deaf and hearing loss communities due to face coverings during the global pandemic.
Event
Training/Advice

Addiction NI

LEARN HOW TO RECOGNISE & RESPOND TO ALCOHOL HARM IN THE OVER 50s
Dates:
26 February 2019
Derry
Volunteering

**URGENT** VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN THE BALLYCASTLE/BUSHMILLS/MOYLE AREA

Age NI

out of pocket expenses
Ballycastle
News

The King's Fund

GSK's IMPACT Awards reward charities that are doing excellent work to improve people’s health and wellbeing. Up to 15 awards will be made, ranging from £4,000 to £50,000, plus free training and development valued at a further £9,500.
Family, friends and former colleagues gathered at Kirk House to remember Bertie Sharpe MBE
News

Belfast Central Mission

A small commemoration event took place at Kirk House residential care home in east Belfast to remember the life and influence of Bertie Sharpe MBE, the Director of Belfast Central Mission (BCM) for 18 years before his retirement in 2006.
Organisation
VCSE

22a Market Square
Antrim
BT41 4DA
United Kingdom

Emotional Well-being Hub in Crumlin & Antrim
Event
Fundraiser Outdoor Activity

Action Cancer

Join us for our special Mother's Day 3K walk in aid of Action Cancer.
Dates:
21 March 2020
Lurgan
Organisation
VCSE

Harberton Hall
23a Harberton Park
Belfast
BT9 6WX
United Kingdom

Abbeyfield Belfast provides supported retirement living for older people in 4 houses across South and East Belfast. The Abbeyfield Belfast model is to provide quality accommodation for older people, combined with a comprehensive support service that not only encourages independent living in later life but also encourages companionship and links to the local community.
Event
Art & Culture Conference Launch Online / Virtual Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

CoG Training

Level 2 Developing Trauma Sensitive Approaches to Practice Training Aim of Training: To build on learning from awareness sessions and develop skills that promote a trauma sensitive response Objectives: You will be able to- • State key objectives of ACE and trauma-sensitive training. • Enhance your skills and confidence to use a trauma sensitive LENS in order to support and develop resilience for those you work with. • Identify the impact of secondary and vicarious trauma. • Identify ways in which you can support the health and wellbeing of all staff, including volunteers.
Dates:
09 February 2021
Belfast
Event
Art & Culture Conference Launch Online / Virtual Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

CoG Training

Level 2 Developing Trauma Sensitive Approaches to Practice Training Aim of Training: To build on learning from awareness sessions and develop skills that promote a trauma sensitive response Objectives: You will be able to- • State key objectives of ACE and trauma-sensitive training. • Enhance your skills and confidence to use a trauma sensitive LENS in order to support and develop resilience for those you work with. • Identify the impact of secondary and vicarious trauma. • Identify ways in which you can support the health and wellbeing of all staff, including volunteers.
Dates:
16 March 2021
Belfast
ACORN FUND SHOWCASE
News

Nerve Centre

Applications are now open for the Acorn Fund’s City of Culture Legacy Grants Fund, where community and voluntary groups from across County Derry can benefit from grants of up to £3,000, to support innovative arts and cultural projects in their local areas
Event
Seminar

British Heart Foundation Northern Ireland

Pioneering research funded by the British Heart Foundation has helped us better understand the link between air pollution and heart and circulatory disease. Hear from the experts about this and discuss how we improve air quality in Northern Ireland.
Dates:
27 November 2019
Belfast
Active Citizens in action
News

British Council Northern Ireland

Grant funding is available for Northern Ireland organisations to become Delivery Partners in Active Citizens, the British Council's social leadership training programme.
Event
Online / Virtual Training/Advice Workshop

Money Guiders NI Network

Money Guiders NI Network welcomes Compassionate Communities to provide an introduction to the new NI Advance Care Planning Strategy. The strategy is applicable to all adults 18+ with capacity to plan for their future care needs and choices at end of life. Planning ahead is important for you and for those closest to you. Register for your free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/advance-care-planning-introduction-with-…
Dates:
11 October 2022
Organisation
Other

2A Ballinderry Business Park
58 Ballinderry Road
Lisburn
BT28 2SA
United Kingdom

At Advanced Community Care we strive to provide Excellence and Innovation in Domiciliary Care. We are passionate and dedicated in providing the highest quality of care possible; a standard of care we would want for our own family. We tailor our care visits to individual need, promoting independence, dignity and respect. We deliver a personal and professional service to you and your loved ones.
Event
Training/Advice

CoG Training

Aim of Training: To raise awareness of the potential impact of ACEs on individuals and communities.
Dates:
12 February 202005 March 2020
Belfast
Event
Art & Culture Conference Online / Virtual Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

CoG Training

Aim of Training: To raise awareness of the potential impact of ACEs on individuals and communities. ***This training is accredited by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland and not Ofqual Regulated through Qualsafe.*** Aim of Training: To raise awareness of the potential impact of ACEs on individuals and communities. Objectives: To develop - • An awareness of ACEs and their potential impact on children and adults across the lifespan. • An ability to identify the potential impact of trauma and ACEs on the brain and possible subsequent behaviour. • An awareness of the use of an ACE/trauma sensitive lens. • An awareness of the importance of preventing and mitigating ACEs. • An ability to identify appropriate pathways to support wellbeing for staff, volunteers and service users.
Dates:
15 March 2021
Belfast
Event
Art & Culture Conference Online / Virtual Seminar Training/Advice Workshop

CoG Training

Aim of Training: To raise awareness of the potential impact of ACEs on individuals and communities. ***This training is accredited by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland and not Ofqual Regulated through Qualsafe.*** Aim of Training: To raise awareness of the potential impact of ACEs on individuals and communities. Objectives: To develop - • An awareness of ACEs and their potential impact on children and adults across the lifespan. • An ability to identify the potential impact of trauma and ACEs on the brain and possible subsequent behaviour. • An awareness of the use of an ACE/trauma sensitive lens. • An awareness of the importance of preventing and mitigating ACEs. • An ability to identify appropriate pathways to support wellbeing for staff, volunteers and service users.
Dates:
08 February 2021
Belfast