Garth Anderson stands on stage with Day Opportunities service users

Day Opportunities in the Northern Trust – a model of success

Reflections from Head of Service Garth Anderson The Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Day Opportunities programme has come a long way over the past 20 years. From humble...

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Trust Board approval for body-worn cameras pilot

Healthcare staff at Antrim Area Hospital are to take part in a pilot to trial the use of body-worn...

26th June 2025

New video launched to promote accessible and inclusive healthcare

A new video resource has been launched aimed at making healthcare services more accessible and inclusive for all. Working...

26th June 2025

Five people standing in the new sensory room at Ellis Court.

Sensory room and outdoor space unveiled at Ellis Court

A new sensory room and outdoor space at Ellis Court in Carrickfergus have been officially unveiled by the Northern...

20th June 2025

A woman and two men standing beside each other. One is wearing a maroon tunic, and the man in the middle is holding a booklet and wearing a mayor's chain.

Northern Trust launches new resource to support people with learning disabilities through bereavement

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust has launched a new booklet aimed at helping adults with learning difficulties...

18th June 2025

A group of hospital staff wearing blue scrubs standing together, holding a large cheque.

The legacy of Laurie Hogan – a story of giving and hope

A very personal story has inspired staff from the endoscopy unit at Whiteabbey Hospital to raise funds for the...

13th June 2025

Northern Trust selected for significant infant wellbeing project

13th June 2025

Northern Trust celebrates success of Diabetes Prevention Programme

12th June 2025

Construction begins on Alongside Midwifery-Led Unit at Antrim

11th June 2025

Calm, cuddles and connection at Cullybackey baby massage group

10th June 2025

Features

Two women and a man standing in front of a pop-up banner.

Involvement Human Library has a story to tell

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Involvement team, along with the Public Health Agency, recently held an Involvement Human Library event. The Human Library is a safe space...

Dean Polly, with a river and buildings behind him.

Talking about mental health during Men’s Health Week

“I think there is a general reluctance from men to share their problems with others. Societal pressures and pre-existing...

12th June 2025

A group of women standing in front of pop-ups with Connect North branding,

Connect North library drop-in events

Would you benefit from personalized support for your health and wellbeing? Come along and chat with your local Connect...

1st May 2025

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Join our Residential Services for Children with a Disability

Are you interested in a rewarding career with the Northern Health and Social Care Trust, helping to care for...

2nd April 2025

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Upcoming changes to the Northern Adult Autism Advisory Service

Do you use the Northern Adult Autism Advisory Service? From April, it’s implementing a number of changes in response...

26th March 2025

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A safe space and listening ear at Bereaved By Suicide support groups

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Bereaved By Suicide Support Groups provide a safe space and a listening...

14th March 2025

What do you know about Living Donation?

13th March 2025

Northern Trust seeks new Bereavement Comfort Call volunteers

21st February 2025

Senior Nursing Assistant roles available now within our Community Children’s Nursing team

20th February 2025

Raising awareness about sexual health

14th February 2025