OCCUPATIONAL Therapists play a vital role in transforming lives of elderly patients. That was the key message from Health Minister Michelle O’Neill as she officially opened the new Occupational Therapy department at Our Lady’s Care Home on the Falls Road. The care home has good links with the local community and will deliver nursing care […]
OT unit opened by Minister at Our Lady’s Home
The rich and colourful story of Alice Milligan
THE life and times of one of Ireland’s most extraordinary human rights campaigners is to be brought to life by Aisling Ghéar Theatre Company in their retelling of Alice Milligan – A Girl of Genius. Directed by Bríd Ó Gallchoir, the unique one-woman show charts the life of a prolific poet, political activist, journalist and […]
Child-friendly cycling is riding into North Belfast
A POPULAR ‘Learn to Cycle’ programme is being brought to North Belfast for the first time with the help of a leading charity. Autism Initiatives’ Balanceability programme for children aged 4 to 8 years and 9 to 17 years will run from July 18 to 22 at Duncairn Arts Centre. It has been designed for […]
It’s that Féile time of year again
Féile an Phobail is back this August with a bigger and better programme than ever and a particular emphasis on children and young people. This year there is something for everyone, Conall McCorry, Youth Arts Project Worker at Féile, said. “First off there’s the carnival parade and party in the park, they’re happening on Sunday […]
Minister promises ‘world class’ health system on visit to centre
NEW Health Minister Michelle O’Neill visited Duncairn Gardens to learn about work being carried out to deal with the mental health crisis in North Belfast. The Minister visited Bridge of Hope, which assists people affected by the legacy of the conflict and encourages better health and wellbeing. The suicide rate in the north of Ireland […]
A simple card can help others in so many ways
THE word dementia describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. But it is also a word that strikes fear into us and at one stage or another all of us are bound to know someone afflicted by the condition. Dementia is caused when the brain […]