Find Help NI

14/01/2025

📢 Calling all our members! Have you completed our professionals survey? Your staff could be in with a chance of winning £100 voucher by taking part! 🎉 CLOSES TOMORROW!

We'd need your input on our survey for those working in any role that benefits mental health or wellbeing, from debt advisors, to helpline staff, to counsellors to those working in the community, to healthcare workers, to doctors! Anyone working in a helping, supporting, advising, caring role here in NI.

Be sure to SHARE with your staff, colleagues, partners and work friends!

Complete the survey ASAP! (closes 15th Jan)
https://forms.gle/Zz73DRtr9Vmoea1a7

06/12/2024

👋Got 10 mins? Interested in the chance to win £100.00 gift card?!

There's a chance for multiple lucky winners, all you have to do is complete this survey by 15th Jan 2025! 💝

❓Why We’re Asking You to Complete a Survey❓
At FindHelpNI.com, our mission is to connect people across Northern Ireland with the mental health and wellbeing support they need. We’re asking for your input to help us understand your needs, identify areas where we can improve, and demonstrate the value of our platform. Your feedback will help us:

💙 Improve access to support, encourage community connection and inspire users to look after their mental health & wellbeing.
💙 Understand the barriers people face when seeking help and how we can reduce them.
💙Learn what types of support and resources you value most.
💙 Ensure that our platform remains helpful, relatable, and trusted.

✅By completing this survey, you’re helping us develop FindHelpNI.com into an even more effective resource that meets the needs of Northern Ireland!

📢Have your say & be in with a chance to win!

Complete Survey as a Service User HERE 👉 https://forms.gle/ZnU9NK4Vu21DPxHj9
Complete Survey as a Professional HERE 👉
https://forms.gle/Zz73DRtr9Vmoea1a7
(In this instance a professional = anyone working in a helping, advising, wellbeing, or health related role)

3 X CHANCES TO WIN £100.00 GIFT CARD - CLOSING DATE 15.01.25 If you'd like to be in with a chance to win a £100.00 One4All Gift Card please be sure to leave your email address at the end of this form and Follow us on Facebook. If you opt to enter the prize draw, we will collect your email address ...

22/11/2024

Visit FindHelpNI.com to check out the Find Help Near Me directory and add your services today so that the good ole' people of Northern Ireland can find the right help, at the right time.

20/11/2024

💙It's Men's Health Awareness Week - Make an impact and send this link on to the Men in your life to remind them to look after themselves, that self-care is so important and so are they! 👨💝

As a counsellor I spend time exploring with guys what self-help might look like and especially practical tools that can be used daily. 

19/11/2024

💙The person who sent you this wants to thank you for being there for them! 💙 Tag those who have supported you, your friends, family, tag an organisation or charity to show your gratitude and encourage others to reach out in times of need!

18/11/2024

💡LOCAL SPOTLIGHT! 25 Years of Befriending and Changing Lives!! 💡

Roisin Scullion, a local dedicated volunteer who has spent 25 years helping to combat loneliness through her work as a befriender with Praxis Care in Northern Ireland. Roisin has been a lifeline for many, offering companionship and emotional support to those who feel isolated. Whether it’s a chat over coffee, a phone call, or a visit, she brings a sense of connection and joy to the lives of others. 💬💛

🌟Roisin’s story highlights the incredible impact a small commitment can make. She gives half an hour of her time each week, but the difference she makes is profound. "You get just as much out of it as you give," Roisin says, reflecting on the friendships and life lessons she’s gained from volunteering.🥰

❓Feeling lonely or want to make a difference? Volunteering can be a great way to connect with others and help those in need.

👉Visit FindHelpNI.com to explore local organisations that you can contact for volunteering opportunities or find support services if you're struggling with loneliness.

Together, we can help build a more connected and compassionate community. 🤝💙

"When I first signed up to become I befriender I thought ‘I don’t know what’s ahead of me’, but I just seemed to slot in and I haven’t looked back"

17/11/2024

As it's we'd like to raise awareness of one of the many helplines we have listed on FindHelpNI.com

National Bullying Helpline and Ecrime - Information and advice for anyone dealing with bullying.

☎️0300 323 0169 or email [email protected]

If you are struggling with bullying, harassment, cyberbullying or anti-social behaviour issues, we hope their website will enable you to identify solutions and remedies along with practical help - https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/

Feeling low, suicidal, or facing a crisis? Discover help & support lines in Northern Ireland & the UK offering essential help when you or a loved one need help most.

16/11/2024

Visit FindHelpNI.com for inspiration, support and resources for better wellbeing!

15/11/2024

💃Shout out to all Women living on the island or Ireland to take part in this survey to have your voice heard for a NI Women’s Health Strategy! 💅🏼

It focuses on women's health needs and the challenges around women’s healthcare. It is being carried out by the School of Nursing & Midwifery at Queen's University Belfast in partnership with Derry Well Women.

Its purpose is to hear directly from women about their specific health needs and experiences to help shape planning for women’s health services.

Women across Northern Ireland are being encouraged to take part in a survey focusing on their health needs and the challenges around women’s

15/11/2024

🌈 It’s ! Why Does It Matter? 🌈

Trans Awareness Week is more than just a hashtag—it's a chance to shine a light on the issues, stories, and voices of transgender and non-binary people in Northern Ireland and beyond. But why is it important for us at FindHelpNI to join in? Because raising awareness of the services, organisations, and resources available to trans folks or those questioning their gender identity can make a world of difference in improving mental health and well-being in our communities

💬 Support matters: If you offer services or resources for trans folks, add or update your info on our FindHelpNI directory—so your support can be easily found by those who need it.

🏳️‍⚧️ Join the conversation: Explore services at FindHelpNI.com and help us build a network of acceptance and care. Everyone deserves the chance to live their truth!

📣P.S. We also want to Spotlight💡Trans in the City UK (who created these graphics) a non-profit led by trans and non-binary people. They work to elevate Trans and Non-binary people in the workplace by raising awareness, sharing contacts and best practice, providing role models and speakers, and providing consultancy and training!

14/11/2024

🌟 This Anti-Bullying Week, let’s take a stand together and Choose Respect — from playgrounds to online spaces, from our homes to the workplace.

👉Be Kind — Small gestures of kindness go a long way.
👉Use Polite Language — Say "please" and "thank you".
👉Respect Boundaries — Honour personal space and limits.
👉Be Inclusive — Value everyone’s opinion and include others.
👉Give Constructive Feedback — Be positive and helpful, not hurtful.
👉Acknowledge Efforts — Recognize and appreciate others' contributions.
👉Apologise When Needed — Take responsibility for your actions.

We see bullying in our families, the workplace and in our communities. With approximately one child in every classroom experiencing bullying it's especially important that we explore this topic with our children. We all can play a part in reducing it by leading with respect, kindness and empathy. Let’s create a world where everyone feels safe and valued, even when we disagree. 💛

💙If you or someone you know needs support, visit FindHelpNI.com. You’re not alone. Ask for help with the impact of bullying whether in the past or present. 💬

13/11/2024

Great news to hear of further funding to tackle in Northern Ireland!! 🙌👏

Poor wellbeing or mental health can make earning and managing money so much harder, and debt can cause or worsen anxiety, depression and stress.

👉If you are struggling with debt, mental health or wellbeing be sure to visit FindHelpNI.com to find resources and organisations that can help you today!

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons MLA has announced £1.3m for an Integrated Advice Partnership Fund to be administered by local councils.

06/11/2024

It's Week! 💸This year’s campaign encourages people across the UK to ‘Do One Thing’ that could help improve their financial wellbeing. It's all about breaking stigma, whether it's conversations about money, reaching out for help or preparing for the future... anything that may improve financial wellbeing!

This week why not try:
🤑Setting up, tracking down or checking in on your pension
🤑Sitting down with your partner and making a financial plan for the year ahead
🤑 Talking to a child about pocket money
🤑Reaching out for help regarding debt/s you have
🤑 Sharing money saving tips with friends

👀Check out our Money, debt, housing and living Page for organisations that can help, self-help tools & more ▶
https://findhelpni.com/resources/money-debt-housing-and-living

All that matters is that we get people talking about money together. How will you join in this week? 🙋Do you have any financial tips to share? 💬❓

01/11/2024

It's Men's Health Awareness Month! is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men's health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's su***de. Will you be joining in? Find out more about the Movember campaign here ▶https://uk.movember.com/

❓Why do we need to raise awareness? Men experience disproportionately high-rates of su***de, with death by su***de being the biggest killer of men under the age of 50 in the UK.

📊Our stats tell us, that we aren't reaching enough men via our social media, and that FindHelpNI.com is used by far less men, than women! We can't reach them on our own!! We all have partners, fathers, brothers, sons and mates that we care about...💔

🚨Can you help? If are an organisation that raises awareness for, or supports men, please consider sharing about FindHelpNI.com

➕If you work for or know of an organisation that supports men please do encourage them to sign up to the directory!

🙌Men's Support Organisations currently on FindHelpNI.com's Find Help Near Me Directory in the Men's Support Category... but surely there are far more?!📣
Belfast Men's Health Group
Dad's Voice
The Laurence Trust
Men's Action Network NI
Men's Advisory Project
Men's Advisory Project - Western Trust
Mens Minds Matter NI
MensReach
Respect
Plus lots (but not all of the NI) Men's Sheds!
(those that are already a member, thank you! Please check if your profiles need updating!)

If you are yet to sign up to the directory, it's quick and simple to do. At the bottom of every page of the site there is a "Become A Member" button - complete a short form so that your services go live on the directory!

29/10/2024

💙Healing isn’t a straight path, and that’s okay. Some days will feel like big steps forward, while others might feel like setbacks. Some just treading water...

🙌It's all progress, each moment is just a part of your journey.

🔍If you or someone you know is navigating tough times, FindHelpNI.com can guide you to resources and services across Northern Ireland. No matter where you are on your healing path, help is available. You are not alone, 📌Find help near you at FindHelpNI.com📌

27/10/2024

📣 October is ADHD Awareness Month! The theme for 2024 is "Awareness is Key"!
ADHD affects people of all ages, and more understanding can only be a good thing!

📢How can we all better spread the word about ADHD and its challenges? Can you share any information, tips, and support services in Northern Ireland with those who need it?

🏷Tag the organisations you know of, here's some to start with:
Addni Childrens Charity Neurodiversity UK Sólás Specialist Support Services A Safe Space to be Me - Emotional Well-being Hub
But we are sure there are far more!!!

Whether you're part of the ADHD community or just want to learn more, check out our Neurodiversity resources and be sure to suggest some resources too!
➡ https://findhelpni.com/resources/neurodiversity ⬅

Together, we can boost awareness of resources, services and self-help here in NI but it takes a village! 💡

Neurodivergent individuals have unique needs that deserve to be acknowledged and accommodated - Find resources, links, podcasts and books that can help