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Carers Trust Easter Crafts Online

March 03, 2021

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Carers Trust Easter Crafts Online

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Carers Trust Easter Crafts Online

Thursday 11th & 25th March, 2021
11:30am - 12:30pm

For all carers in the Southern Trust area.  For further information and to book a place please contact [email protected]

 

CFNI - Building Leaders, Building Peace

March 03, 2021

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CFNI - Building Leaders, Building Peace

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CFNI - Building Leaders, Building Peace

The programme aims to support the development of emerging community leaders whose work is focussed on the regeneration of interfaces and/or communities where peacebuilding and regeneration efforts are needed. It will help develop their confidence and capacity to address division, segregation, prejudice and hate; issues which impact on community cohesion and hold communities back.

It has been designed and will be facilitated by Community Foundation Northern Ireland, an organisation with a long-standing history steeped in peacebuilding and conflict.

Recruitment for the 2021 cohort of participants will complete on Friday 19 March 2020. After completing an expression of interest and submitting to CFNI no later than 12pm on 12th March 2021, participants will be invited to meet with a member of the programme team to further explore their readiness and compatibility.

For the first six months of 2021, it is highly likely the programme will be delivered predominantly via online platforms such as Zoom, Google Teams etc. CFNI will adhere to all recommended social distancing guidelines in relation to health and safety. Participants must be prepared to learn and develop in this way. Each programme will commence with induction and team building with programme peers and a ‘meet the mentors’ workshop.

Interested participants must complete a programme Expression of Interest and return to [email protected] on or before 12pm on Friday 12th March 2021. All participants will complete an in-depth baseline assessment upon entry onto the programme and this will be discussed with them.

For further information please contact Lorraine Morrissey McCann via email: [email protected]

Park Power! Strength & Balance Exercises

March 03, 2021

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Park Power! Strength & Balance Exercises

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Park Power! Strength & Balance Exercises for all ages

We all know that being physically active is one of the most important steps people can take to improve their health and wellbeing – but did you know that strength and balance both need to be part of this activity to allow us to carry out everyday tasks?

If you are wondering how to include some strength and balance exercises into your routine, there are two simple words: Park Power!

Park Power is a series of strength and balance exercises for people of all ages, that do not require any equipment and makes use of the benches within a park – and Lurgan Park is the very first Park Power location within the borough!

Park Power guides you through seven simple exercises that will improve your balance, muscle strength and increase your coordination. Increased stability, mobility, and flexibility will make it easier for you to perform everyday tasks such as carrying shopping, opening jars and getting up from a chair, as well as reducing the risk of falls.

At seven benches in Lurgan Park you will see instructional signs detailing the exercises you can try – sit to stand, bench press, bicep curls, arm raise, front knee extension, leg flexion and one leg stand.

“Park Power is for everyone – children, adults and older adults alike – and building our strength at all ages is so important for long term health,” commented the Lord Mayor of Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, Councillor Kevin Savage.

“As part of the Get Moving ABC Initiative, we hope to motivate and support as many people as possible to work towards and achieve the recommended physical activity levels – and encourage everyone to move more and sit less. With Spring on its way, we will all be out at the park more often. Whether that is for a walk or with the kids, Park Power is such an easy way to incorporate strength and balance exercises while enjoying family time and all the benefits of being outdoors. Look out for those signs and have fun while improving your health and wellbeing at the same time!”

Park Power is part of the Get Moving ABC initiative and is a collaborative effort from a range of Community Planning Partners, including Southern Health and Social Services Trust and the Public Health Authority.

For more information, please visit: https://getactiveabc.com/hw_programs/park-power/

 

 

Online Spring Wellness Workshop

March 03, 2021

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Online Spring Wellness Workshop

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Online Spring Wellness Workshop

Starts Tuesday 9th March, 2021
10:00am

Tapping EFT - two weeks
Colour Breathing - two weeks

For further information and to book an online place please contact one of the facilitators:

Sinead Donnelly - 07778 432 972
Nicola Mitchell - 07766 922 593
Faye Chisnall - 07778 432 979
Rachel Molloy - 07899 060 173

 

Have you been financially affected by Covid-19?

February 24, 2021

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Have you been financially affected by Covid-19?

Have you been financially affected by Covid-19?

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New Community Advice ABC

 

Have you been financially affected by Covid-19?

If you have been affected by Covid-19 and need help with food or fuel or have been affected by furlough or redundancy, please contact:

028 3836 1181 or [email protected]

 

 

Staying Safe & Active in later life

February 24, 2021

Staying Safe and Active in Later Life

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Staying Safe & Active in later life

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Staying Safe and Active in Later Life

 

Staying Safe & Active in later life

Online event
Tuesday 2nd March, 11:30am or
Tuesday 23rd March, 2:30pm

This is for people who are:

  • An older adult
  • Someone with a fear of falling
  • Someone who has had a fall
  • Someone who cares for someone who is at risk of falls

Contact Alice 028 9536 3324 or Claire 028 9536 3368

Instructions for downloading zoom and the link to access the event will be provided in your registraion email.

 

iHope Cancer Self Management

February 24, 2021

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iHope Cancer Self Management

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iHope Cancer Self Management

An online self management programme focusing on:

  • Smarter goal setting
  • Priorities & Values
  • Managing Stress
  • Coping with Fatigue
  • Living Positively with fears for the future
  • Find things to be thankful for
  • Character Strengths
  • Eating Well
  • Physical Activity

Start dates: 8th March, 19th April, 31st May, 6th September, 25th October

The course lasts 6 weeks.  You need to commit a minimum of 2 hours per week at a time that suits you, and have access to the internet via smartphone, tablet or PC

CLICK THIS LINK FOR MORE INFORMATION

 

 

 

Doorstep Moments Photography Project

February 24, 2021

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Doorstep Moments Photography Project

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Doorstep Moments Photography Project

To take part in this project, please contact [email protected]

 

 

 

Change your mind... Change your mood!

February 24, 2021

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Change your mind... Change your mood!

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Change Your Mind

 

Change your mind... Change your mood!

Starts Thursday 11th March @ 7:00pm

Free Online course in Mind awareness. 

Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]

 

 

Alzheimer's Society: Carer Information Programme

February 24, 2021

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Alzheimer's Society: Carer Information Programme

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Staying Safe and Active in Later Life

 

Alzheimer's Society: Carer Information Programme

Free programme for carers and family of people living with dementia

4 week programme every Thursday in March at 7:30pm

For further information and to register your interest, please contact [email protected] 07710 845 971

 

PIPS: BodyTalk Programme for Young People

February 24, 2021

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PIPS: BodyTalk Programme for Young People

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PIPS: BodyTalk Programme

Tuesday 2nd March
3:00 - 4:00pm

A programme for young people which explores body image issues and educates young people on how to develop a healthy body image.  The programme also includes eating disorder awareness including pathways to care and support.

Contact: [email protected] or 028 3026 6195

 

VAX & GO! Free Transport to your vax appointment

February 10, 2021

SHSCT Vax Go

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VAX & GO! Free Transport to your vax appointment

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SHSCT Vax Go

 

VAX & GO! Free Transport to your vax appointment

Free wheelchair friendly & Covid safe transport to & from your vaccination appointment across the ABC Council Area.

  • Social distancing onboard
  • Temperature check
  • Mask worn onboard
  • Pre-Journey health check
  • Hand sanitising

Book now on 028 3831 7810 or 028 3751 8151

This is a support service provided by Armagh Rural Transport and Down Armagh Rural Transport

 

 

 

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Portadown, BT62 3NU

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Phone

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