PIPS Hope and Support extends a huge congratulations to the young people at Future Proof Banbridge who recently completed our Building Personal Resilience workshop. Their enthusiasm, participation, and commitment to learning new skills were truly inspiring, helping them develop resilience and contribute positively to their community. Supporting Personal Growth The workshop focused on essential skills to help individuals: Strengthen emotional resilience Develop positive coping strategies B
PIPS Hope and Support extends a huge congratulations to the 21 dedicated individuals who recently completed our two-day interactive ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) workshop. Through this training, they have gained essential skills to recognise when someone may be experiencing thoughts of suicide and to develop a plan that supports their immediate safety. Commitment to Making a Difference We are incredibly grateful for the active engagement, thoughtful discussions, and pass
PIPS Hope and Support is deeply grateful for the incredible generosity and kindness shown by the Dowdall family and the Banbridge community, who came together on Christmas Eve to hold a street collection in loving memory of Christopher Dowdall. Through their dedicated efforts, an astounding £3,031.20 was raised to support our vital services. This generous donation was presented to us by Christopher’s sister, Joanne, as a beautiful tribute to his memory. A Lasting Impact This remar
PIPS Hope and Support extends sincere gratitude to Newry City Athletic Football Club for their generous donation of £100 and €160, raised during a recent charity match between Newry Past Players Association and Doolargy Allstars on Sunday. Community Support in Action The match brought together former players and supporters for an enjoyable day of football, all in aid of an important cause. The funds raised will go directly toward supporting individuals and families in need of mental
As part of their Personal Development Programme, Year 11 students at St Mary’s High School, Newry, recently participated in an interactive workshop on Building Personal Resilience, delivered by PIPS Hope and Support. Developing Essential Life Skills The session focused on key qualities that help individuals cope with challenges and build emotional strength, including: Positive relationships and their role in support networks A sense of purpose to foster motivation and resilience
PIPS Hope and Support extends congratulations to the team at Community Advice ABC, who recently completed the safeTALK workshop. Their dedication to learning and commitment to creating a safer, more supportive community is truly commendable. What is safeTALK? safeTALK is a half-day training programme designed to help participants recognise the signs that someone may be thinking about suicide. It provides essential skills to: Identify individuals at risk Engage with empathy and confidence
PIPS Hope and Support, in collaboration with Medical Hall Pharmacy and The Haven, Newry, has been addressing key community challenges through the Building Community Capacity Programme (BCCP). Supported by the Community Development and Health Network, this initiative focused on tackling health issues, reducing social isolation, and promoting suicide prevention through a strong network of care. A Collaborative Approach to Wellbeing Throughout the programme, a diverse range of organizations and e
The WELL-Bean Café, a mental health initiative located on River Street in Newry, recently welcomed Health Minister Mike Nesbitt MLA to see the impact of the initiative. During his visit, Minister Nesbitt engaged with staff, volunteers, and clients to gain firsthand insight into the vital services provided by the café to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Established as Northern Ireland's first adult crisis café, The WELL-Bean Café, under the
A massive THANK YOU to The Woodville Arms Lurgan for their amazing donation of £410.00 raised during their successful Charity Sports Quiz in support of PIPS Hope and Support! Pictured: The Woodville’s Kenneth McConaghy presenting the donation to our fundraiser, Laura McGuigan. A special shoutout to Quiz Master Joey for hosting such a fantastic event and to everyone who attended and donated so generously. Your support helps us continue providing vital services to those in crisis and
The Farrell family’s Annual Camlough Christmas Eve Collection, held in memory of John and Stephen Farrell, has once again proven to be a remarkable success, raising an extraordinary £11,396.17 for PIPS Hope and Support. This year’s contribution brings the total raised by the family over the years to an outstanding £79,866.25. A special highlight of this year’s collection was the inclusion of a generous raffle organised by Camlough ABC, whose kin
PIPS Hope and Support extends a huge congratulations to the young people at Future Proof Banbridge who recently completed our Building Personal Resilience workshop. Their enthusiasm, participation, and commitment to learning new skills were truly inspiring, helping them develop resilience and contribute positively to their community. Supporting Personal Growth The workshop focused on essential skills to help individuals: Strengthen emotional resilience Develop positive coping strategies B
