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Download our free interactive community resource guide for the Greater Shankill area

WHO ARE WE?

Communities in Transition Health & Well-Being Project is funded by The Executive Office & managed by Co-operation Ireland.

The aim of this project is to work collaboratively with existing community based projects to deliver a Health & Well-Being project across Larne and Carrickfergus and the Greater Shankill.

WHAT DO WE DO?

• Recruit and train Community Health Champions
• Offer one-to-one intervention to those impacted by drugs, alcohol and mental health.
  Engage with and raise awareness of available services in the local area through the production of a local resource guide.
• Produce a training calendar which will offer free training for the local community based on identified needs.
• Hold awareness raising and engagement events in the local area.
• In consultation with the local community develop informative and interactive fact sheets in relation to key issues and distribute these effectively.

REFERRAL PROCESS

If you know someone who may benefit from one-to-one intervention in relation to drugs, alcohol or mental health you can refer them to our service.

We accept referrals from all sources including self-referrals.

Referral criteria:

• Be aged 18 +
• Live in Larne, Carrickfergus or Greater Shankill area
• Linked to one or more statutory agencies

Referrals can be made telephone at either:

Carla O’Neill: 07483428559

If you would like further information or to request a referral form then please email [email protected] 

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Taking care of your mental well-being is essential, and having a safety plan in place can make a significant difference. Whether you're facing challenges or simply want to be prepared, having a plan can provide comfort and guidance.

Click the link to download your free Mental Health Safety Plan

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Contact us

Unit 5, Spectrum Centre

331-333 Shankill Road

Belfast

BT13 3AA

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This project is funded through The Executive Office and is part of the Communities in Transition Project.