Category Archives: South Eastern Outcomes Group

Ards & North Down and Down CYPSP Locality Planning Group Fortnightly News – April 2026

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Welcome to the Spring edition of the Fortnightly News; for Children, Young People’s services,and Families, across the Down and Ards & North Down Locality Planning Groups.

Newsletter cover titled “Fortnightly News” from the Ards & North Down and Down CYPSP Locality Planning Groups, April 2026 edition, with a short welcome message and the CYPSP logo on a blue geometric background.

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For more information on the Fortnightly News please contact; noelle.hollywood@setrust.hscni.net or mobile 07872422101

Stronger Together: Information Day for Children with Additional Needs – 19 March 2026

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Save the date for Stronger Together: Information Day for Children with Additional Needs.

Thursday 19th March, 9.30-3.30pm in La Mon Hotel & Country Club

 

A poster from the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust titled ‘Save the Date.’ The event is called ‘Stronger Together: An Information Day for Children with Additional Needs.’ The poster notes that the day will feature stalls and presentations from statutory, community, voluntary and independent sector agencies. Below the text are three illustrated icons: a café stall, a central market stall with people, and a yellow information stall. The date is displayed as Thursday 19 March, with event time 9:30am–3:30pm at La Mon Hotel & Country Club, Gransha Road, Comber. It states that lunch and light refreshments are provided. A pink badge reads ‘Join Us!’ and a coffee cup icon appears on the right. Contact details for RSVP to Sarah Johnston are listed at the bottom, along with logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

A poster from the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust titled ‘Save the Date.’ The event is called ‘Stronger Together: An Information Day for Children with Additional Needs.’ The poster notes that the day will feature stalls and presentations from statutory, community, voluntary and independent sector agencies. Below the text are three illustrated icons: a café stall, a central market stall with people, and a yellow information stall. The date is displayed as Thursday 19 March, with event time 9:30am–3:30pm at La Mon Hotel & Country Club, Gransha Road, Comber. It states that lunch and light refreshments are provided. A pink badge reads ‘Join Us!’ and a coffee cup icon appears on the right. Contact details for RSVP to Sarah Johnston are listed at the bottom, along with logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

A colourful invitation poster titled ‘You Are Invited.’ The event is called ‘Stronger Together: An Information Day for Children with Disabilities & Additional Needs.’ The poster states that the day includes stalls from local services and community organisations, presentations, and information on health, education and family support. Below are illustrated icons of stalls and people. The event takes place on Thursday 19 March from 9:30am to 3:30pm at La Mon Hotel & Country Club, 41 Gransha Road, Comber. Light lunch and refreshments are provided. A pink badge says ‘Join Us!’ at the bottom left, and a coffee cup icon appears on the right. At the bottom are logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

A colourful invitation poster titled ‘You Are Invited.’ The event is called ‘Stronger Together: An Information Day for Children with Disabilities & Additional Needs.’ The poster states that the day includes stalls from local services and community organisations, presentations, and information on health, education and family support. Below are illustrated icons of stalls and people. The event takes place on Thursday 19 March from 9:30am to 3:30pm at La Mon Hotel & Country Club, 41 Gransha Road, Comber. Light lunch and refreshments are provided. A pink badge says ‘Join Us!’ at the bottom left, and a coffee cup icon appears on the right. At the bottom are logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust

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  

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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

 

Free ADHD awareness event for parents/ carers

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Are you a parent/ carer of a child with ADHD or do you wonder if your child may have ADHD? Come along to this free talk by Consultant Paediatrician, Dr Matthew McConkey

A poster for a free ADHD Awareness Event for parents and carers, organized by the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and FFP Ards CIC. The event features a talk by Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Matthew McConkey, covering ADHD symptoms, assessment, support strategies, and available resources. It takes place on Friday 26 September 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Robert Andrews Church Hall, Donaghadee. Complimentary tea/coffee and health and wellbeing information stands will be available. Booking is required via collette.watt@setrust.hscni.net

A poster for a free ADHD Awareness Event for parents and carers, organized by the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and FFP Ards CIC. The event features a talk by Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Matthew McConkey, covering ADHD symptoms, assessment, support strategies, and available resources. It takes place on Friday 26 September 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Robert Andrews Church Hall, Donaghadee. Complimentary tea/coffee and health and wellbeing information stands will be available. Booking is required via collette.watt@setrust.hscni.net