On What Next? programme on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 November it was Birthday celebrations, making Ulster pizzas and baked potatoes as well as some money management including awareness of essential and non essential spending.
Mums Day at Galgorm Resort and Spa promotes self-care
We hosted a Mums Day at Galgorm Resort and Spa on Sunday 18 November.
With the Thermal Village promising the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate it didn’t disappoint.
Everyone got a chance to enjoy the hot tubs, Jacuzzi, snow cabin as well as a self care treatment.
Great enjoyment and everyone had amazing sleeps on Sunday night after all the relaxation and self-care!
Autonomie exhibit at East Belfast Family Fund Information Day
Learning focuses on Inclusion and Diversity for Anti Bullying Week 2018
We were proud to support Anti Bullying Week 2018 with this week’s What Next sessions focusing on ‘Inclusion’ and ‘diversity’.
Young people took part in the 2nd session with Shine Special Yoga as well as discussions and activities linked to bullying, diversity and self-care.
Thanks to the Centre for Global Education, Belfast, Amnesty International and Northern Ireland Anti-Bullying Forum for the resources.
Robyn leads dance class with 'Take 5 steps to wellbeing' session
What Next programme participants take part in yoga session
It’s widely understood that Yoga can offer a wide range of benefits, from relaxation to even reducing stress and anxiety in regular users.
On Thursday 8 November as part of our What Next? programme and to mark Self-care Week 2018 participants got a chance to take part in the first of two yoga sessions at Lilac House.
Alisha and Kirsty participant in Girls Sleepover
We hosted a Girls Sleepover at Lilac House on Friday 9 November.
First up the girls went on a cinema visit to watch The Grinch, with popcorn treats and a tasty tea out!
Saturday morning and it was a change of the bed linen, followed by a walk to French Village, Botanic for tasty breakfast out as a treat!
Lots of fun was had, well done Alisha & Kirsty!
Birthday celebrations at Guys Night
We hosted a Guys Night on Friday 2 November which also coincided with Gary’s Birthday!!!
With a schedule of recreation and entertainment enjoyed by all, first up was a game of Adventure Golf, then everyone got to enjoy a meal of their choosing, followed by a birthday party on returning to Lilac House.
What Next programme participants make use of reusable bags
What Next programme participants undertake two day Transport training
Better mobility is key to social and economic inclusion of young people with additional needs.
That’s why Transportation is a key theme of the What Next programme.
Over 2 days (18-19 October) young people participated in Transport training, learning about public transport services available in Belfast and beyond, the #JAMCard and how it can help make your journey easier as well as learning about ways to help plan for seamless, accessible public transport experiences.
