What is On? and Events Listing for Adults with a Learning Disability in the Western Trust
2025 – Events and Opportunities
July 2025
Maybrook ATC
Clients and staff enjoying the Garden at Maybrook Adult Training Centre where they have planted their own flowers and vegetables
Mantin Court Celebrate 20 Years
Congratulations to everyone in Mantlin Court Residential Home, Kesh, Co. Fermanagh having recently celebrated their 20th birthday.
Great fun, food, dancing and laughter was had by all of the residents, staff, family and friends on the 4th July 2025.
Learning Disability Week 2025
Fresh Focus Video – Spend a Week with Fresh Focus
Killadeas Graduation Day
Maybrook ATC Sports Day
Benbradagh Day Centre – Visit from Kidz Farm
Kesh Day Centre – Tea Party
Omagh Day Centre – Colourful Party
Cityside Supported Living Service – Tea Party
Tir Navar – Chest, Heart and Stroke Talk by Norma and a Mindfulness Session with James from The Happy Mind Studio
Benbradagh – The Bubble Bike
Kesh and Dromore Day Centre – Interactive Music and Lunch at Mahon’s Hotel
Killadeas Day Centre Garden Party
Tir Navar Makaton Lessons and visit from the PSNI
Evergreen Centre – Inclusion Group Arts and Crafts and visit from the Fire Service
Benbradagh – Country and Western Disco and BBQ, Sponsored Walk and visit to Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre to watch Moana
Cityside visit to Millennium Forum to see Annie the musical and enjoying their garden party
Glenside Day Centre Inflatable Games
Killadeas Fire Truck Visit, Colour Walk and Graduation Day
Maybrook Day Centre – Annual Sports Day and Interactive Football Session with Tommy from neuro diverse football club
Strathroy Outreach Centre – Visits to Muckross and Strule Arts Centre and enjoying the good weather
Tir Navar – Visits to local primary schools
Omagh Centre Bubbles Themed Garden Party
Stableyard Apartments – Family and Friends BBQ
Creamery House and Mantlin Court – Fermanagh Fun Farm visit
Castlederg Outreach Centre
Summer Events and Opportunities
Omagh – New Directions Service Summer Programme
Our New Directions Service for Adults with a Learning Disability have released their Omagh Summer Programme with a range of activities on offer throughout July and August.
Upcoming workshops can be booked by contacting New Directions Service on 028 66 382180 / 028 82 835316 or email: NewDirectionsSS@westerntrust.hscni.net
Please provide: Name, contact details, medical issues (e.g. epilepsy / Speech and Language Therapist recommendations) etc. Individuals who require support can be accompanied by their personal assistant.
*Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.*
Arts And Crafts with Laverne – Wednesday 2nd July and Wednesday 13th August – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – Cost:£1 per person
‘Look After Yourself’ Session for women – Wednesday 9th July – 10am – 12noon – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – FREE
Get Active with Zumba – Wednesday 16th July – 10.30am – 11.30am – CKS Centre, O’Kane Park, Omagh – Cost:£1 per person
Bowling Trip – Wednesday 23rd July – 11am – 1pm – Johnny Rocko’s, Irvinestown Cost £9.00 per person for lunch payable on the day. Transport available, however places are limited.
Music Matters Workshop – Karaoke, Dancing and Fun! – Wednesday 30th July – 10am – 12noon – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – Cost: £1 per person
Clay Modelling – Wednesday 6th August -10am – 12noon – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – Cost: £1 per person
Jiving Class – Wednesday 20th August – 3.45pm – 4.45pm – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – Cost:£1 per person
‘Look After Yourself’ – Session for men – Wednesday 20th August – 10am – 12noon – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – FREE
End of Summer Disco – Wednesday 27th August – 2pm – 4pm – Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – Cost: £1 per person
Enniskillen – New Directions Service Summer Programme
Our New Directions Service for Adults with a Learning Disability have released their Enniskillen Summer Programme with a range of activities on offer throughout July and August.
Upcoming workshops can be booked by contacting New Directions Service on 028 66 382180 / 028 82 835316 or email: NewDirectionsSS@westerntrust.hscni.net
Please provide: Name, contact details, medical issues (e.g. epilepsy / Speech and Language Therapist recommendations) etc. Individuals who require support can be accompanied by their personal assistant.
*Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.*
Arts and Crafts with Laverne – 1st July 2025 – 1:00PM – 3:00PM – St. Michael’s Community Centre, Belmore Street, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Arts and Crafts with Laverne – 8th July 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Pencil Art – 15th July 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Internet Safety Workshop – 22nd July 2025 – 10:00AM – 11:00AM – St. Michael’s Community Centre, Belmore Street, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Zumba Class – 22nd July 2025 – 11:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Michael’s Community Centre, Belmore Street, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Dramatize Workshop – Fun Session of Drama, Dance & Song – 29th July 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Clayful Minds – Clay Modelling – 5th August 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Wellness in Rhythm – Drumming Workshop – 12th August 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
Bowling – 19th August 2025 – 11:30AM – 1:00PM – Johnny Rockos, 35 Main Street, Irvinestown. – Cost £9.00 for lunch payable on the day.
End of Summer Disco – 6th August 2025 – 10:00AM – 12:00PM – St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall, 2 Halls Lane, Enniskillen – £3.00 per person
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Ongoing ALD Events and Opportunities
Ongoing Opportunities 2025
Lilliput Theatre Company – It’s Your Time to Shine- Are you an Adult with a Learning Disability?
- Are you looking for somewhere new to go?
- Do you want to try something new?
- Do you want to add something special to your week?
Activities include Leisure, Crafts, Games, Drama, Music and Dance.
If you are interested: Call Lilliput on 073 4206 1591 or talk to your social worker or transition officer
9 Artillery Street, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6RG
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Family Fund – Helping Disabled Children – Your Opportunity
Help for Young Disabled Adults Aged 18-24
Your Opportunity is a dedicated grants programme which aims to enhance the life of a disabled or seriously ill young adult.
Can we help you? You can apply for a Your Opportunity grant if you:
- are the main parent or carer of a disabled, or seriously ill, young adult aged 18-24, who lives at home with you
- have not had a Your Opportunity grant on behalf of your disabled young adult, in the past 12 months
- have lived in the UK for the last six months
- have a low household income, or receive a benefit such as Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit etc.
Please visit our website to see our full eligibility criteria and more about the scheme, at: familyfund.org.uk/help-for-18-24-year-olds
You can get grants for digital equipment, clubs and activities, musical instruments, sports equipment, day trips and much more…
Download and Print the leaflet for more information.
Experiences of Social Work
Have you or someone you know engaged with Social Work services in Northern Ireland? We are keen to learn from the experiences of people of all ages who have used social work services, have cared for someone who has used them or are close to someone who has used them. The data collected will be used to inform practice and service improvement and social work training.
The survey can be accessed through the website www.10000morevoices.hscni.net
You can request a printed copy by contacting us: Call: 02895 362868 (office hours) or email 10000morevoices@hscni.net
All data collected will be anonymous.You can download/print the survey below:
Tuned In Project
The Tuned In Project uses the digital and creative arts, media and music to support people with Learning Disabilities to be different.
To find out more, visit the Tuned In Project Website.
Leonard Cheshire in NI
Leonard Cheshire help graduates with long term conditions or disabilities to secure placements with leading NI companies. More information.
ARC NI – TILII TV Questionnaire
ARC NI are seeking your help. We are looking to understand what you think about TILII TV.
Click here to download/print the short Easy Read Questionnaire.
NOW Group
Funded Short Academies 16+
Including expenses, completion bonus and support into employment.
Upskill, Retrain and Gain Qualifications in:
- Tourism
- Hospitality
- ICT
- Data Analytics
- Cyber Security
Click here to register your interest.
Specially delivered to assist people with learning difficulties, hidden disabilities or neurodiverse conditions. Subject to eligibility requirements.
NOW Connects
Now Connects is our Community Day opportunity, part funded by the Western Trust that operates four days a week in both Omagh and Enniskillen.
Enniskillen – 27c East Bridge Street – Monday – Thursday, 9:30am-1:30pmOmagh – Ground Floor, Anderson House – Tuesday – Friday 10am – 2pm
NOW Connects is a structured pre-employment programme working on supporting, developing, building independence and life skills alongside promoting health and wellbeing, to those with a learning disability, learning difficulty or neurodiverse condition across Omagh and Enniskillen. Criteria for this is 18+ and participants need to be known to the Western Trust.
Essential Skills
We deliver essential skills in Maths and English. Essential Skills is on a Monday from 1pm- 2pm in
Enniskillen – currently this is via zoom, participants are encouraged to come into the Enniskillen HIVE and are
supported by NOW staff.Essential skills are delivered in Omagh HIVE on a Wednesday. These are separated into two different groups, a beginner group between 2pm-3pm and an advanced group between 3pm-4pm.
NCEPOD – Moving from Child to Adult Healthcare Services (Transition)
NCEPOD is a national organisation that uses data to help improve the quality of care for future patients in the UK. For this work they are collecting data on young people between 13 and 24 years old.
If you are a young person, parent/carer of a young person, who has moved from child to adult healthcare services, and would like to take part in a group discussion, or fill in an online survey to
share your experiences to help future patients, please contact us by post, phone or email:
transition@ncepod.org.uk Please ask permission from your parent/carer if you are under 16*Download/Print the Flyer Here.
Patient Client Council – Opportunities to Get Involved
- Calling all those who have a learning disability and use services. A chance to tell us your ideas about how YOU want to be supported and how you think health and social care services can be better for YOU. There are different things to do with Learning Disability services that you might want to talk to us about. Our staff are experienced in working alongside YOU to support and make sure YOU HAVE YOUR SAY. If YOU would like to join this group, call Suzanne Collins, Projects Co-Ordinator 07423 810015 or email suzanne.collins@pcc-ni.net . Click Here to download/print the flyer.
Get Out Get Active (GOGA) Programmes
Get Out Get Active (GOGA) Programmes are available in Derry/Strabane. The programme aims to engage people who do not traditionally participate in physical activity, particularly people with a disability.
More information on the clubs and opportunities.
NOW Connects Group
NOW Connects is a pre-employment programme for people with learning disabilities or autism.
The programme builds independence, confidence and develops key skills. It promotes independent living and develops social skills through a variety of activities and training.
NOW Connects supports individuals on their journey to a job with a future or into further training.
Opportunities include OCN accredited Training and a range of Soft Skills courses:
- Personal Development
- Route Training/Road Safety
- Money Management
- Health & Wellbeing
Contact:
Aisling O’Doherty : 073 9456 5134
Niamh Jones: 074 6795 8322
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June 2025 - Events and Opportunities
Cancer Services Roadshow
To mark World Cancer Day 2025, Macmillan in Northern Ireland Cancer Support provided funding for Western Trust to develop two new resources to support people with a learning disability using cancer services. With the help of Lilliput Theatre Company, we have developed a series of short videos and an easy read story book co-produced with adults with a learning disability and their carers. These resources provide information on what service users can expect if attending screening appointments in both Altnagelvin and community, attending North West Cancer Centre and the support services available.
We invite anyone with a learning disability, their family/carers or anyone working or volunteering in Cancer Services or Learning Disability to come to our roadshows.
- Tuesday 8th April | 10:30AM – 12:30PM | Omagh Leisure Complex
- Friday 23rd May 2025 | 10.30am – 12.30pm | Macmillan Support Centre, Altnagelvin
- Friday 6th June 2025 | 10.30am – 12.30pm | Westend Community Centre, Enniskillen
If you would like to attend, phone 02871611272 or email: HWB.Campus@westerntrust.hscni.net
These will be relaxed events and we encourage attendees to drop in at any stage during the time slots.Omagh Roadshow
Enniskillen Road Show
At the Enniskillen Road Show Event One service user Phil, shared her amazing story of overcoming cancer this year and how she was supported by every team she encountered. Her story was one of strength and determination, highlighting the impact of collaborative working between all teams involved.
June 2025 – Events and Opportunities
Benbradagh
Today Benbradagh Day Centre welcomed the Lotus Project RVRA at the Willow Group. They began the day by planting beautiful flower pots for the attendees of the Willow Group and this was followed by a fun game of bingo
Centre Manager Orla Bradley would like to thank the Lotus Group for providing such an enjoyable day for all at the Willow Group. It was very much appreciated!The Willow Group at Benbradagh Day Centre recently held special Birthday celebrations for Service User, Martin, to mark his 80th Birthday! There were lots of treats for everyone and a special day was had
Benbradagh, Oaktree and Valley Centre
Recently, Benbradagh, Oaktree and Valley Centre enjoyed a fun filled day organised by Sean Davis, Sports facilitator for North West Regional College .
The event was held at St Mary’s Youth Centre, Derry and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Mayor of Derry City & Strabane District Council , was there to join the celebrations and complete the presentations!Lilliput Theatre Company
Lilliput had their first Summer outing to Fulton’s Pumpkin Patch , Donemana recently. The group enjoyed picking strawberries for their lunch before finishing off with some homemade ice-cream from the farm shop Everyone had a great day!
Creamery House
Creamery House Residential Unit for Adults with a Learning Disability recently received a kind donation by the late Adrian Flanagan’s nieces to host a tea party in his memory.
The event was held on Tuesday 20th May where family and friends of Adrian enjoyed the get together and a Cherry Blossom tree was also planted in Adrian’s memory. -
May 2025 - Events and Opportunities
May 2025 – Events and Opportunities
Benbradagh Day Centre
Benbradagh Pool Team recently traveled to pay a team from Inspire in Magherafelt. An enjoyable day was had by all. Orla Bradley, Day Centre Manager would like to thank the great staff for supporting the team with these opportunities.Service Users and Staff also enjoyed the good weather with a picnic, a trip to Portstewart and walks in Ness Woods.
Tir Navar
Staff and Service Users at Tir Navar enjoyed a Mindfulness Session outside in the sun with James from The Happy Mind Studio.
Glenside Centre
Service Users and Staff at Glenside Centre, Strabane were delighted to receive two beautiful planters handcrafted by Andy Burke.
These really brighten the front of the centre and have been complimented by all recent visitors.The Service Users have enjoyed planting them up and have been busy with watering.
Centre Manager Victoria Young expresses her sincere thanks to Mr Burke for the giving of his time and producing these beautiful pieces for the Centre.
Parents/Carers Event
Are you caring for an Adult with a Learning Disability?
Our Carers Support and New Directions Services are hosting a Parent/Carers Event- Thursday 1st May 2025
- 11:00AM – 1:00PM
- Fermanagh House, Enniskillen
There will be free health checks from Bradley’s Pharmacy, Free Complimentary Therapies (to be booked in advance) and light refreshments served.
For more information, please contact Geraldine McLaughlin, Carers Co-ordinator on 028 7135 5023 or Gabrielle McAloon, Carers Development Worker on 028 6634 4000
Ongoing Events and Opportunities
New Directions Service – Adult Learning Disability- Expression of Interest
Are you interested in attending recreational workshops in Enniskillen this summer?
Activities include arts and crafts, jiving classes, Zumba, clay modelling and more…
Each activity will last for approximately 2 hours one day per weekTo express an interest in attending:
- Phone: 028 6638 2180 or 028 8283 5316
- Message: 073 8540 8734
- Email: NewDirectionsSS@westerntrust.hscni.net
- Please provide: Name, contact details, medical issues (e.g. epilepsy / SALT recommendations). Individuals who require support can be accompanied by their personal assistant to attend the workshops.
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April 2025 - Events and Opportunities
Fresh Focus
Service Users from Fresh Focus have been enjoying some mindfulness sessions including the use of sound baths and enjoying the outdoors in Enniskillen. Video was completed by Niamh McAndrews, South West College
Glenside visit to Butterlope Social Farm
Service Users and Staff from Glenside Centre, Strabane enjoyed a fantastic visit to Butterlope Farm, Plumbridge. Service Users had the opportunity to see many of the animals, assist with feeding and learn how to best care for them, all whilst taking in the spectacular views of the Glenelly Valley. Thank you to Annie and Vincent for their kind welcome and warm hospitality. A great day was had by all.
Llyod’s Walk for Autism
Lloyd has completed his Walk for Autism Challenge!
Over the last 8 days Lloyd set himself the goal of walking 16,000 steps and he crossed the finish line yesterday with the help of the Dragonfly team at Evergreen. Lloyd explored different parts of town including the Peace Bridge, local parks and nearby woods, meeting new people and raising awareness of autism. Thank you to everyone at Evergreen for supporting Lloyd on his journey and well done to Lloyd, we are very proud of you.
Killadeas Day Centre Celebrate World Autism Day
Benbradagh Day Centre
Benbradagh Day Centre Pool team kicked off their competition with their first match at the Centre alongside a great group of Service Users from the Tower Centre, Ballymena. Both teams played brilliantly and had a lot of fun.
Special thanks to McReynolds Bar, Dungiven for sponsoring T-Shirts for the players.Service Users and Staff at Benbradagh Day Centre have been making the most of the good weather, enjoying games and ice cream in the sun.
Easter Activities
Tir Navar
Kesh Day Centre
Omagh Centre
Castlederg Outreach Centre
Evergreen Day Centre
Benbradagh Day Centre
Workshops for Adults with a Learning Disability February – April 2025
Learn to Jive with Tina from Modern Country Moves | Wednesday 5th and 12th February 3:30PM – 4:30PM |
Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh- Healthy Eating Workshop by Health Facilitator Bridin McAleer | Wednesday 19th February 3:30PM – 5:00PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh
- Arts and Crafts with Laverne | Wednesday 26th February 3:30PM – 5:00PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh
- Arts and Crafts with Laverne | Wednesday 5th March 3:30PM – 5:00PM | CKS Community Centre, O’Kane Park, Omagh
- Zumba with Julie | Wednesday 12th and 19th March 3:30PM – 4:30PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh
- Bog Day Out | Wednesday 26th March 11:00AM – 1:00PM | An Creagan
- Woman’s Cancer Awareness Talk | Wednesday 2nd April 3:30PM – 4:30PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh – POSTPONED
- Jive with Tina | Wednesday 9th April 3:30PM – 4:30PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh
- Easter Clay Modelling with Clayful Minds | Wednesday 16th April 3:30PM – 5:00PM | Recovery College, 5B Woodside Avenue, Omagh
To book, please contact New Directions Service on 028 66 382180 / 028 82 835316 or email: NewDirectionsSS@westerntrust.hscni.net
Please provide: Name, contact details, medical issues (e.g. epilepsy / Speech and Language Therapist recommendations) etc. Individuals who require support can be accompanied by their personal assistant.
*Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.*
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March 2025 - Events and Opportunities
Workshops – March
Service Users and Staff enjoying the Bog Day Out at An Creagan and the Zumba Class with Julie as part of the Workshops being held by the New Directions Service.
Mother’s Day Coffee Morning – Benbradagh Day Centre
Service Users and staff at Benbadagh Day Centre held a very special Mother’s Day Coffee morning today. Centre Manager Orla Bradley said: “I would like to thank all the parents and carers for coming and making it so special and to Friends of Benbradagh for your support and help in running the event. Also, thanks to Trish Crooks for all the beautiful handmade decor and to Gregory Kearney for the beautiful music. Finally thanks to the all our staff for all their continued hard work.”
World Down Syndrome Day
Glenside ATC
Service Users at Glenside ATC celebrated World Down Syndrome Day with a BBQ and a disco followed by a visit from the ice cream van.
Benbradagh Day Centre
Service Users and Staff at Benbradagh Day Centre were Rocking Red on Friday 21st March in support of World Down Syndrome Day. All donations collected on the Day were donated to Foyle Down Syndrome.
Omagh Centre
Service Users and Staff celebrated World Down Syndrome Day last week by wearing odd socks! Well done everyone for taking part
St Patrick’s Day at Valley Centre
Benbradagh Mother’s Day Coffee and Tea Morning
Friends of Benbradagh are inviting you to their Mother’s Day Coffee and Tea Morning.
Benbradagh Day Centre on Thursday 27th March 2025 from 10:00AM – 12:00PM
There is a raffle on the day – £2 per entry – contact the Centre to purchase
New Directions Service Workshops
Photos below from the Workshops held by the New Directions Service.
Pancake Tuesday
Service Users and staff at Benbradagh Day Centre enjoying Pancake Tuesday!
Rossville Complete Cooking Programme
Congratulations to Rossville Group members who completed the Cookery Step Up Programme in Larry Hills Bistro, North West Regional College, Derry/Londonderry. Read more here
Lackaghboy Visit to Enniskillen Fire Station
Service Users and Staff from Killadeas Day Care, Lackaghboy enjoyed a visit to Enniskillen Fire Station.
Glenside ATC visit Strabane Fire Station
Service Users from Glenside Adult Training Centre recently attended the Fire Station in Strabane. Staff in Glenside would like to thank the firemen who provided the Service Users with a great experience on the day!
Are you caring for an Adult with a Learning Disability?
Our Carers Support and New Directions Services are hosting a Parent/Carers Event- Wednesday 5th March 2025
- 11:00AM – 1:00PM
- CKS Community Centre, Omagh
There will be information stands from providers and services, free health checks from Bradley’s Pharmacy, Free Complimentary Therapies (to be booked in advance) and light refreshments served.
For more information, please contact Geraldine McLaughlin, Carers Co-ordinator on 028 7135 5023 or New Directions Service on 028 6638 2180 / 028 8283 5316
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January 2025 - Events and Opportunities
Rossville GroupCongratulations to Rossville Group members who participated in a traditional music workshop as part of Imbolic Music Festival in Pilots Row Youth and Community Centre, Derry/Londonderry.
Creamery House A number of staff at Creamery House completed the Belfast Marathon relay in May 2024 to raise money for Mellon Educate Charity.
Ann and Tina travelled to South Africa in November where they took part in a school building blitz, working with children in under privileged townships in Capetown.
Creamery House residents Amanda and Tom are pictured presenting Ann and Tina with the £1000 raised.
Lilliput Theatre Company
Members of the Lilliput Theatre Company are pictured with Laura from Pennyburn Credit Union who has generously gifted a sponsorship for “Lilliput’s Variety Show” on Wednesday 29th January at 7pm in the Playhouse Derry.
Visit www.derryplayhouse.co.uk to purchase tickets or call 02871268027
