Extern Carrick/Larne

31/08/2025

ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

Every Monday night in September
6.30-7.30pm
Extern Office
Waterloo road

Facilitated by our amazing Acupunture Champions. If you would like further information please pm us!

Auricular Acupuncture – Small Points, Big Benefits

Did you know that your ear is like a map of the whole body?
Auricular acupuncture uses tiny points on the ear to help support overall wellbeing.

Benefits may include:
✔️ Reducing stress and anxiety
✔️ Supporting better sleep
✔️ Easing cravings (helpful for smoking cessation or recovery)
✔️ Managing pain and tension
✔️ Promoting relaxation and balance

Many people describe it as a calming “reset button” for both mind and body.

If you’re curious about a gentle, natural way to support your wellbeing, auricular acupuncture could be worth exploring!

31/08/2025

International Overdose Awareness Day | 31 August

Today we stand together for International Overdose Awareness Day—a day to remember those lost to overdose, reduce stigma, and strengthen prevention efforts.

This year’s theme, "One Big Family, Driven by Hope", reminds us that compassion and unity can drive real change.

At Extern, we are committed to saving lives through:

Harm reduction services including our Enhanced Needle Exchange and naloxone training

Recovery services that support people on their journey beyond addiction

Community-based support to ensure no one faces this challenge alone

Overdose is preventable. Together, we can act with hope, break stigma, and save lives.

👉 If you or someone you know needs support, complete our referral form.

https://forms.office.com/e/gnMjLVFBP9

28/08/2025

The first 100 emails have been sent tonight ❤️

28/08/2025

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🔔 FREE EVENT FOR ALL PARENTS 🔔

Our Parenting in a Digital World workshop will take place on ZOOM on 17th September from 10 - 11:30am. Often parents can feel unable to keep up with how fast technology and social media are evolving and as a result they can be unsure on how to navigate and monitor their child's social media usage. This session is designed to increase knowledge and open discussion around the "digital world". Scan the QR code to register for the event.

27/08/2025

This Friday , 29th August (10am–12pm), we’ll gather at Belfast City Hall for the International Overdose Awareness Event.

This is a day of solidarity, remembrance, and hope – a chance to:
➡️ Support one another
➡️ Remember our loved ones
➡️ Work towards a safer future

Too many lives have been lost to overdose. Together, we can break the silence, end the stigma, and stand strong for change.

📍 Belfast City Hall
🕙 10am–12pm
✅ Free Event – Everyone Welcome

27/08/2025

Community fridge open tonight @ 8 pm

26/08/2025

Calm Connections – Well-being Drop-In

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just need a little space for yourself? Come along to our Calm Connections drop-in sessions in Larne for support, sign-posting, and connection through creative wellbeing workshops.

📍 1 Lower Waterloo Road, Larne, BT40 1NP
🕐 Mondays 1.30 – 3.30pm

Each week we’ll explore a different theme to help boost your wellbeing:
✨ 8th Sept – Managing Stress
✨ 15th Sept – Mindfulness for Everyday
✨ 22nd Sept – Embracing Change and Uncertainty
✨ 29th Sept – Building a Self-Care Routine
✨ 6th Oct – Benefits of Gratitude
✨ 13th Oct – Connections and Support Systems

A quiet space will also be available if you’d like to talk to a member of staff and make a self-referral for further support.

Register here:
https://forms.office.com/e/1acQTG3Muz

24/08/2025

RAFFLE TIME!



The guys at Larne Momentum Men's Group have got together and made up a fabulous Doggie hamper.



£5 per entry and every penny raised goes directly to helping the group in the future.

We'd like to thank you as always for your support!

PayPal: rindin74@yahoo.co.uk

Please pick FRIENDS & FAMILY and reference - Momentum, where you will then be allocated a number.

Once all numbers are gone the draw will be made live at the groups following meeting.

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22/08/2025

World Su***de Prevention Day: A Gathering of Hope & Healing

Join us for a heartfelt community event filled with connection, reflection, and support.

🗣️ Guest Speaker: Matt Faris – writer of The Black Dog, sharing how stories can break stigma and build strength.
💬 Lived Experience Speakers – real voices, real hope.
🧘 Breathwork with Daryl Noonan – grounding, release, and connection.

Plus:
🥗 Free Lunch
🎁 Raffle Prizes
🕯️ A moment of remembrance to honour loved ones lost.

📲 Register here:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/tDRnLzqVvi?origin=lprLink

If you would like to include a loved one in our tribute? You can email: calli.yohanis@extern.org a photo of your loved one. Only if and when it feels right.

21/08/2025

Tomorrow emails will be sent to those who have registered for our winter workshops Pause in Season.

20/08/2025

Fridge open at 8.30pm