Carrickfergus Community Forum

08/06/2026

Thank you to Cheryl Brownlee MLA for hosting our very own Lucy Simms and CCF placement student Aaliyah Malcolm who is studying social policy at Ulster University 😊 we even got to meet Ziggy the therapy dog ! Thanks also to David Brooks MLA for taking time to meet with us over lunch for some interesting conversations and insights into the day to day running of Stormont.

03/06/2026

Our free REIGNITE 50+ men’s programme is open for applications.

Over four weeks (starting Tuesday 9 June) participants will benefit from accredited training, wellbeing support, career exploration and comprehensive employability skills development necessary for sustained employment.

It has been designed to include:
🔷 CV building
🔷 Application support
🔷 Confidence building
🔷 Recognised qualifications

Open to MEA residents aged 18+ with the right to work in the UK who are unemployed, economically inactive or working less than 21 hours per week.

Elite Connected will deliver the training. Apply by emailing: [email protected] or phone 07785 565310.

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

Everyone welcome ! 😁 💙🚶💙🚶

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

We are pleased to announce the following workshop,
“A Guide to Autism Support Services, Practical Tools & Resources” taking place ONLINE on Wednesday 10th June 2026 at 10.30am to 12.00pm, details as per attached poster.

To book your place please register in one of the ways below
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Phone: 028 9441 3449
Email: [email protected]
Online: https://mentalhealthrecoverystories.hscni.net/recovery.../

03/06/2026

Councillor Aaron Skinner - really pleased to announce that one of these courses will be delivered in Carrickfergus at Carrickfergus Community Forum.
Accessing ADHD support is incredibly difficult, so it's great to see this funding being used to provide practical help for people while they wait.
We've also been exploring additional funding opportunities and I'm hopeful we'll be able to announce two more full weekend courses, along with an ADHD parenting course, in the near future.
If you or someone you know could benefit from this support, please get in touch with A Safe Space to be Me - Emotional Well-being Hub for more information.

🧠 FREE ADHD support for adults across Northern Ireland.

We know how hard it is to be waiting for ADHD support.
The overwhelm.
The burnout.
The constant effort just to get through the day, without the right help in place.

👉 You’re not alone in this.
This programme is for people who are:
✔ waiting for an ADHD assessment
✔ trying to access support
✔ struggling with day-to-day functioning while they wait

💡 What this support will offer:
✔ Practical strategies that actually work in real life
✔ Support with overwhelm, burnout & emotional regulation
✔ Better understanding of how your brain works
✔ A space that is neuroaffirming, flexible, and not overwhelming

Funded by the Department of Health NI.

📩 Email: [email protected] or scan the QR code

02/06/2026

📣 Applications for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance for the upcoming academic year are now open!
If you are in receipt of one of the following, you will need to upload a Proof of Benefit letter when applying for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance for the 2026/27 academic year:
➡️ Income Related Employment and Support Allowance
➡️ Guarantee Element of State Pension Credit
You can request a Proof of Benefit letter online: https://t.co/vhcVyDRoi5 (It will take at least five days to be sent to you)
If you receive Universal Credit, you do not need the Proof of Benefit Letter. However, you will need to upload evidence of your Universal Credit entitlement when you apply.
More information on eligibility and supporting documentation can be found at www.eani.org.uk/fsm See less

02/06/2026

Carrickfergus Enterprise

A great opportunity to learn, connect, and build confidence in protecting your finances. Spaces are limited so to make sure you secure your place, book using this link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1987595178684?aff=oddtdtcreator
Lunch is provided and you will have the opportunity to network with other local people and business owners.
We would love to see you there.

02/06/2026