Fantastic new sensory experience opens at People’s Park in Ballymena
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council last week celebrated the official opening of the new sensory experience in People’s Park, Ballymena....
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Jun 27, 2023
Latest Autism Information Roadshow taking place in MEA
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, in partnership with the Northern Health & Social Care Trust are hosting their third Autism...
Jun 20, 2023
Over six million disabled people start receiving £150 Cost of Living payment
More than six million disabled people across the UK are set to receive a £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment from today. The one-off...
Jun 18, 2023
New Retail Skills Academy launched to support people with autism and learning difficulties
Pictured (left to right) are; Sean Hanna, Director of Services at NOW Group; Conor Boyle, Regional Managing Director at Lidl Northern...
Jun 4, 2023
Co Antrim charity is making waves with the publication of their Inclusive Beach Guide!
Member enjoying launch event at Portrush East Strand A County Antrim charity is making waves with the publication of their Inclusive...
May 26, 2023
FANDOM CON: NI's first gaming convention celebrating autism to take place this weekend!
FANDOM CON, one of Northern Ireland's first-ever gaming conventions specifically designed for and organised by individuals with autism,...
May 23, 2023
New publication launched to help parents of children with disabilities
Maxine Gibson, Professional Lead CYPSP, James Martin and Valerie Maxwell Children's Services Planning Professional Advisor CYPSP. The...
May 23, 2023
“Systemic reform is critical” – Department for Education on report recommendations for SEN
The Department of Education has welcomed an independent review that forms the basis for transformational change of the SEN system in...
May 19, 2023
Payment dates for £150 Disability Cost of Living Payment announced
The Government has announced today, Friday 19 May, that more than six million disabled people in the UK are set to receive their one-off...
May 8, 2023
Belfast leisure centres to introduce swimming lessons for children with autism
Belfast leisure centres are to introduce new swimming lessons for people with autism, in a drive for inclusivity across the service....
May 8, 2023
Dunclug Primary School achieves Autism NI Impact Award
Staff from Dunclug Primary School, Ballymena recently undertook specialised training with Autism NI enabling the school to continue in...
Apr 23, 2023
Special Olympics celebrate sixteen Ulster athletes set for World Summer Games in Berlin
Ready for the World Summer Games, Special Olympics Ulster Athletes Leah Fegan, Ellie Armstrong, Jackie Stewart and Claire O’Neill are...
Apr 9, 2023
Hats Off! Locals achieve special recognition at NOW Group Graduation
Antrim and Carrickfergus Participants Among Over 200 to Graduate from NOW Group Training Academies TWO NOW Group participants from Antrim...
Mar 21, 2023
Approval for new sheltered living apartments in Ballyclare
An application for 18 new apartments in Ballyclare town centre was approved at a meeting of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council’s...
Mar 19, 2023
Gentleman James McClean honoured for services to people with Parkinson’s in Co Antrim
Ballymena man James McClean was honoured this week with an MBE at an investiture ceremony held by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace,...
Mar 12, 2023
Charity calls for families with young disabled adults to seek support
Families caring for young disabled adults at home are being offered help by a forward-thinking national charity to improve quality of...
Mar 8, 2023
Dementia friendly top tips for Causeway Coastal Route businesses
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council recently welcomed a host of tourism and hospitality businesses from along the beautiful Causeway...
Mar 6, 2023
Long-awaited toilet upgrade coming to Larne Town Parks
Larne Town Parks toilet facilities are set for an upgrade with works getting underway this week. The new 45 Square Metre facility will...
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