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Neuro Nook

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Neuro Nook is coming to Magnet Young Adult Centre (Hill Street, Newry).
Join Creative Minds, a group of young people raising awareness of ASD and neurodivergency, for an inclusive and welcoming pop-up café
Poster for Neuro Nook, an inclusive pop-up café run by Creative Minds, a group of young people raising awareness of ASD and neurodivergence. The colourful poster features hand-drawn hearts, paint-brush accents and an illustration of a cup of coffee. Text reads: “Creative Minds – Young People. Big Impact.”, “Created by young people, for everyone” and “A pop up café open to all.” Event details: Thursday 16th July, 5–8pm, The Magnet Young Adult Centre. The poster highlights “Good Drinks • Great Vibes • All Welcome” and describes the event as “a safe, friendly space to connect, relax and be you.” The closing message reads: “Community. Understanding. Inclusion. Together we make a difference.” Logos for Magnet Y.A.C., Youth Engagement Service, HSC Public Health Agency and Young Social Innovators appear at the bottom, alongside social media icons and the handle @creativemindsgroup.

Poster for Neuro Nook, an inclusive pop-up café run by Creative Minds, a group of young people raising awareness of ASD and neurodivergence. The colourful poster features hand-drawn hearts, paint-brush accents and an illustration of a cup of coffee. Text reads: “Creative Minds – Young People. Big Impact.”, “Created by young people, for everyone” and “A pop up café open to all.” Event details: Thursday 16th July, 5–8pm, The Magnet Young Adult Centre. The poster highlights “Good Drinks • Great Vibes • All Welcome” and describes the event as “a safe, friendly space to connect, relax and be you.” The closing message reads: “Community. Understanding. Inclusion. Together we make a difference.” Logos for Magnet Y.A.C., Youth Engagement Service, HSC Public Health Agency and Young Social Innovators appear at the bottom, alongside social media icons and the handle @creativemindsgroup.

Bolster Community Inclusive Summer Activities for Children & Young People with Disabilities

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Poster promoting “Summer Disability Activities 2026” by Bolster Community and the Southern Health and Social Care Trust. It invites children and young people with disabilities and their families to join inclusive summer events. Four activities are listed: a Silent Disco on Wednesday 1 July (11am–1pm, Whitegates Community Centre, £3 per child); an Inclusive Beach Day on Saturday 25 July (10am–2pm, Cranfield Beach); a trip to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium on Tuesday 11 August (departing 2pm from Newry Leisure Centre, transport provided, admission payable); and a visit to CJ’s Animal Park on Friday 21 August (11am–2pm, departing Newry Leisure Centre, transport provided, admission payable). Contact details are provided for booking: julie-anne@bolstercommunity.org or 028 3083 5764.

 

 

Families are invited to take part in a series of fun and inclusive summer activities for children and young people with disabilities, organised by Bolster Community in partnership with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.

The “Summer Disability Activities 2026” programme features a range of events designed to promote friendship, inclusion and enjoyment:

  • A Silent Disco at Whitegates Community Centre on Wednesday 1 July (11am–1pm)
  • An Inclusive Beach Day at Cranfield Beach on Saturday 25 July (10am–2pm)
  • A trip to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium on Tuesday 11 August (departing Newry Leisure Centre at 2pm)
  • A visit to CJ’s Animal Park on Friday 21 August (11am–2pm, departing Newry Leisure Centre)

Transport is provided for selected trips, with some small costs such as admission fees or a £3 contribution for the disco.

The programme is open to children and young people with disabilities and their families, offering a welcoming space to socialise, learn and enjoy new experiences over the summer.

For more information or to book, contact julie-anne@bolstercommunity.org or call 028 3083 5764.

 

Belfast Locality Planning Newsletter – 2 July 2026

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Locality Planning Belfast Information Update dated 02/07/26. The page features CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust logos in the header. The main content promotes “Belfast One Outdoor Summer Cinema is back at the City Hall!” and displays a programme of outdoor film screenings, including Elemental, Zootropolis 2, Mamma Mia!, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Encanto, Sing 2, Wicked: For Good, and Grease. The cinema listing is displayed against a background image of a grassy meadow with yellow flowers. A blue footer invites Locality Planning Group members to share information via email at LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.

Locality Planning Belfast Information Update dated 02/07/26. The page features CYPSP and Belfast Health and Social Care Trust logos in the header. The main content promotes “Belfast One Outdoor Summer Cinema is back at the City Hall!” and displays a programme of outdoor film screenings, including Elemental, Zootropolis 2, Mamma Mia!, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Encanto, Sing 2, Wicked: For Good, and Grease. The cinema listing is displayed against a background image of a grassy meadow with yellow flowers. A blue footer invites Locality Planning Group members to share information via email at LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net.

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If you have any information you would like to share across our Locality Planning Group members in Belfast, please email: LocalityPlanning@belfasttrust.hscni.net

Western Area FYI: Issue 32 – July 2026

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Your FYI is a monthly round up of all things family support and early intervention / prevention across the Western trust and beyond.

Cover page of the “FYI – For Your Information” newsletter for July 2026, Issue 32. The page has a blue background with the FYI logo at the top left and logos for the Western Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP at the top right. A contents list highlights: Welcome to FYI; Section 1 Family Support; Section 2 Youth Support; Section 3 Cost of Living; Section 4 Neurodiversity; Section 5 Infant Mental Health/Breastfeeding; Section 6 Digital Safeguarding; Section 7 Addiction; Section 8 Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health; Section 9 Training/Conferences; Section 10 Western Sure Start Projects, Childcare Partnership and Family Support Hubs; Section 11 Useful Links and Informative Media Links; and Section 12 CRIS Leaflet.

Cover page of the “FYI – For Your Information” newsletter for July 2026, Issue 32. The page has a blue background with the FYI logo at the top left and logos for the Western Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP at the top right. A contents list highlights: Welcome to FYI; Section 1 Family Support; Section 2 Youth Support; Section 3 Cost of Living; Section 4 Neurodiversity; Section 5 Infant Mental Health/Breastfeeding; Section 6 Digital Safeguarding; Section 7 Addiction; Section 8 Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health; Section 9 Training/Conferences; Section 10 Western Sure Start Projects, Childcare Partnership and Family Support Hubs; Section 11 Useful Links and Informative Media Links; and Section 12 CRIS Leaflet.

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If you would like to contribute upcoming consultations, training, articles, or events that practitioners from the community, voluntary or statutory sectors within the Western Trust will find useful please contact:

Dr Priscilla Magee – Mobile  07880723076     priscilla.magee@westerntrust.hscni.net

Summer of Fun Awaits: SEAOG Launches Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026

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Cover image for the South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026. The page features photos of children taking part in outdoor summer activities, including arts and crafts, bubble play and inclusive play. One image shows a child using a wheelchair high-fiving another child. Logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP appear at the top. Decorative summer illustrations of a smiling sun, beach umbrella and beach ball appear on the right. The title reads: “Summer is Coming! South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026.”

Cover image for the South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026. The page features photos of children taking part in outdoor summer activities, including arts and crafts, bubble play and inclusive play. One image shows a child using a wheelchair high-fiving another child. Logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP appear at the top. Decorative summer illustrations of a smiling sun, beach umbrella and beach ball appear on the right. The title reads: “Summer is Coming! South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026.”

Families across the South Eastern area can now start planning for an exciting and inclusive summer, with the launch of the South Eastern Area Outcomes Group (SEAOG) Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026. The directory brings together a wide range of activities, events and support services designed to help children, young people and families make the most of the summer months.

Covering Ards and North Down, Colin, Down, Lisburn and Northern Ireland-wide opportunities, the directory highlights activities for children and young people. From sports camps and swimming programmes to creative workshops, family fun days, wellbeing initiatives and support services, there is something to suit every interest.