Rathfriland Health Centre

22/02/2026

All three GP surgeries in Rathfriland Health Centre now have a Senior Social Worker, Kellie O’Donnell as part of the team. Patients from any practice can now self refer. Please contact reception staff to book an appointment. Please see attached for more information on the type of support the Senior Social Worker can provide.

20/02/2026

Falls are common for people aged 65 years and over. There are many reason why a person falls but it is often due to physical, environmental and medical risk factors. Falling is NOT an inevitable part of getting older.
📌one in three over 65's have at least one fall a year.
📌one fall doubles your chances of falling again

There are many things we can do to reduce our risk of falling.

20/02/2026

This awareness session is for Carers of Adults with a learning disability and staff working with families who care for an adult with a learning disability.

No registration needed – click the Teams link :
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/31692650507495?p=kiumMyyEZyJE1PoQFR
For more information, contact:
Ald.carerteam@southerntrust.hscni.net 📧
Bernadette Marshall 075 5781 9172 📞
Majella Gorman 075 5785 8749 📞
Bronagh Carr 028 3756 6105 📞

18/02/2026

Evora Hospice Living Well Café

Commencing Monday 23rd February 2026
2.30pm-4pm
Evora Hospice Wellbeing Centre, Newry

18/02/2026

09/02/2026

Evora Hospice Bereavement Journey

Our Bereavement Journey group offers a safe space to meet with others. You can share your experiences and find comfort from those who understand your loss.

🗓 Starting Monday 16th February 2026
⏰ 10:00am
📍 St John’s House, Newry

For more information, please contact Hospice Chaplain Jim on 07484 501946.

03/02/2026

🌟 Discover & Connect is BACK!!!🌟
A relaxed, feel-good afternoon for seniors in our local community.

📅 Thursday 26th February
📍 INF Hall, Hilltown
⏰ 12.00 – 3.30pm

✨ What’s happening?
• Connect with local services
• Meet friends, old & new!
• Light afternoon lunch
• Music by Billy Finnegan
• Dancing (optional 💃)

🎟 Just £5 per person

📞 Book now:
Call Bolster Community on 028 3083 5764.
(Group bookings are welcome but must be paid in advance).

Come along, relax & enjoy a lovely afternoon together ☕💜✨

31/01/2026

Delighted that at this months Parents supporting Parents Peer Support Group we have Sarah Morton Dietician delivering a fantastic workshop.

This is open to all parents and carers not only those who normally attend the group.

🌿 Parent & Carer Workshop: Food, Nutrition & Mental Health 🍎🧠

We’re delighted to be welcoming Sarah Morton, Dietitian, for an informative and interactive workshop designed especially for parents and carers.

This session will explore:
✨ The link between food, mood, and mental health
✨ How nutrition can support children and young people’s emotional wellbeing
✨ Practical ways to encourage healthier eating without pressure or conflict
✨ Understanding fussy eating, food habits, and building a positive relationship with food
✨ Simple, realistic tips families can use every day

This is a supportive, non-judgemental space to ask questions, share experiences, and leave feeling more confident about supporting your child or young person’s wellbeing through nutrition.

📍 Crisis Cafe River House 41 The Mall Newry BT34 1AN
📅 Thursday 5th February
⏰ 7pm
📩 Message us to book a place

Because supporting mental health starts with supporting the whole child 💚

29/01/2026

Start with ParentLine 💛
Parentline NI is here to listen, support, and point you in the right direction—no question is too big or too small.
📞 0808 8020 400

29/01/2026

Newry One Stop Shop
📍Newry Library
📆Thursday 5th February
⏰10am-12noon

Free, confidential advice and support for any woman experiencing domestic abuse all under one roof.

Community Advice Newry, Mourne & Down

29/01/2026

✨Worry to Wonder – Back by Popular Demand! ✨

Due to popular demand, our Worry to Wonder parent workshop is back! 💛
Taking place on Monday 2nd February, 10:00am – 11:30am, online via Zoom.

📞Call now to book your place: 0808 8020 400