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

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Louise

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 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

Free safeTALK training for key youth workers and volunteers

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Louise

Free safeTALK training is taking place on;

Saturday 28th February 2026 in Belcoo Healthy Living Centre, 10.00-1.30pm. Click here to register
Thursday 5th March 2026 in Kircubbin Integrated Primary School, 6.00-9.00pm. Click here to register

A promotional flyer for a free safeTALK suicide alertness training session at Belcoo Healthy Living Centre on Saturday, 28th February, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. The flyer includes bold text highlighting ‘SUICIDE’, ‘safeTALK’, and ‘suicide alertness for everyone’. It mentions registration via a link and displays logos for PEACEPLUS, Northern Ireland Executive, UK Government, Government of Ireland, and the European Union

A flyer promoting a free safeTALK suicide alertness training session at Kircubbin Integrated Primary School on Thursday, 5th March, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The flyer highlights ‘SUICIDE’, ‘safeTALK’, and ‘suicide alertness for everyone’, includes a registration link, and displays logos for PEACEPLUS, Northern Ireland Executive, UK Government, Government of Ireland, and the European Union

Family Support Hub Annual Report Card 2024/25

Posted on December 11, 2025 by Yvonne

FSH Annual Report Card 2024/25 is now available on the website under Family Support Hub Monitoring on the Family Support Hub page or download here: –

https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/47279/fshannual_report-card-2024_25.pdf

The Annual FSH Report card is in a new format. This updated version includes commentary on regional variations, highlighting differences across areas.

Our aim with this new approach is to make the report more informatvie and useful for planning and decision-making.

Christmas Edition Family Support Newsletter

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Yvonne

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

FSH Newsletter – August Edition

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Yvonne

The August edition of the Family Support Hub Newsletter is now available at: https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/391/family-support-hubs/46617/fsh-newsletter-aug2025.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 summer begins to wind down and the back-to-school buzz starts to build, we’re here to help you make the most of the season and prepare for the months ahead. Whether you’re a parent, carer, or professional working with families, this edition is packed with useful updates, local services, and seasonal activities to support you and those you work with.

We have been busy gathering a fantastic mix of information—from fun end-of-summer events to practical resources for the new school term. We know this time of year can be a mix of excitement and stress, so we hope this newsletter brings a bit of ease, inspiration, and connection.