Category Archives: Lisburn LPG

Lisburn Carers Information Event

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The event is focused on people who provide care for someone whether young or old in the Lisburn area and what help and support they can receive from universal credit and outside organisations. 

A promotional poster for the “Carer’s Information Event” organized by the Department for Communities, Lisburn Jobs & Benefits office. The event is scheduled for Thursday, 29 January 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The text explains that the event is for people who provide care for someone in the Lisburn area and offers information on support available from universal credit and external organizations. It lists local support organizations attending, including: Make The Call, Carer Support Service – South Eastern Trust, Education Authority Lisburn Local Integrated team, Bryson Pathways, Resurgam Healthy Living Centre, Children and Young Peoples Strategic Partnership – South Eastern Trust, Action Mental Health, Arthritis UK, Barnardos, The Cedar Foundation, Parkinsons UK, NI Regional young carers, and Stroke Association NI. The design features a teal background with an illustration of people interacting with a large computer screen labeled “Event,” surrounded by icons for info, email, and news.

A promotional poster for the “Carer’s Information Event” organized by the Department for Communities, Lisburn Jobs & Benefits office. The event is scheduled for Thursday, 29 January 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The text explains that the event is for people who provide care for someone in the Lisburn area and offers information on support available from universal credit and external organizations. It lists local support organizations attending, including: Make The Call, Carer Support Service – South Eastern Trust, Education Authority Lisburn Local Integrated team, Bryson Pathways, Resurgam Healthy Living Centre, Children and Young Peoples Strategic Partnership – South Eastern Trust, Action Mental Health, Arthritis UK, Barnardos, The Cedar Foundation, Parkinsons UK, NI Regional young carers, and Stroke Association NI. The design features a teal background with an illustration of people interacting with a large computer screen labeled “Event,” surrounded by icons for info, email, and news.

Christmas Edition Family Support Newsletter

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The Christmas edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is now available at  https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/47245/fsh-newsletter-dec2025.pdf  

(Please Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device.  Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears).

As we approach the festive season, this edition is filled with events, activities, and services designed to support families across our region during what can be both a joyful and challenging time of year. Whether you are a parent, carer, or professional working with families, we hope you find something helpful and uplifting within these pages.

This newsletter is a celebration of the incredible work happening in our communities and the commitment of everyone involved in supporting families. It’s also a reminder that help is always available, no one should feel alone during the holidays.

It is also packed full of information for parents/carers, early years, children & young people with a disability,  mental health and wellbeing advice,  Helplines and much more – make sure you download your copy now!

Previous editions of the newsletter are available at  http://www.cypsp.hscni.net/family-support-hubs  under Family Support Newsletter section.

Regards,

Children’s Services Team

 

Safety Nets: Social Security for Families in a Devolved UK

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Image showing 2 people and row of houses.Text - Is there something you'd like to share about your experience with benefits?

Image showing 2 people and row of houses. Text – Is there something you’d like to share about your experience with benefits?

The research team which includes six universities from across the UK would really appreciate your help in spreading the word. It explores how benefits vary across all 4 countries of the UK and how this impacts families with dependent children. 

As a central part of the project, we’re holding a series of 14 online discussion workshops with parents and carers in receipt of benefits to hear about their experiences and what needs to change. The workshops are open to parents/carers across the UK who receive at least one UK benefit, such as Universal Credit, PIP, or Tax Credits, or who are receiving asylum support. 

The discussions will take place in small, friendly online groups where participants can share their personal experiences and ideas for policy change. To thank them for their time, we are offering £50 in Love2Shop vouchers for each 2.5 hour workshop they attend, with the opportunity to take part in up to two workshops on different topics relating to social security (e.g. employment support, free school meals, welfare mitigations).

Uisce from the research team would be delighted to arrange a Zoom call if you’d like to discuss this further and can be reached on 07552 285828 or safety-nets-project@york.ac.uk

 

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Image with text and QR code

Improving Your Gut Health

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Online workshop with hints & tips to improve your gut health, which also helps improve immunity, skin, digestion, sleep & mental health – Monday 17th February at 11am or thursday 27th February at 7pm.

 

Are you ready to Talk PANTS? 

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From 5th to 16th May 2025, we will be celebrating Talk PANTS, a campaign helping children across Northern Ireland stay safe from sexual abuse.

We have created an easy-to-use guide to help your service engage with Talk PANTS:

Step 1: January & February 2025 Join our Talk PANTS webinar to learn more about the campaign, access our activity sheets and resources.

This will equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed to deliver Talk PANTS. Click here to register your interest. 

Step 2: February to April 2025 Deliver Talk PANTS in your setting. We have lots of suggestions in our support pack (attached) on how to get your families and children involved.

Step 3: May 2025 Celebrate Talk PANTS Fortnight! 

Celebrate with us during Northern Ireland Talk PANTS fortnight (5th – 16th May 2025) by sharing our Talk PANTS content on your social media and spread awareness of the importance of the Talk PANTS campaign.

Step 4: Don’t forget! Share your Talk PANTS activities with us throughout the year by tagging us on social media and use the hashtag #NITalkPANTS