Extern's Crisis and Wellbeing Support

30/08/2026

This Sunday we are hosting an event in the Mac Theatre for WSPD, an afternoon of awareness remembrance and hope. The afternoon will feature a lived experience talk from guest speaker Emily Bond, personal stories from members of the SAFE group, an original play by Bridges to Progression, and live music. To book please copy or click on this link https://bookwhen.com/extern/e/ev-si0r5-20260906110000

30/08/2026

29/08/2026

Yesterday some of our staff and champions attended the International Overdose Awareness Day – 31 August at the City Hall 💜

25 Years On. Still Needed.

All of us remember those we have lost to overdose and we stand with individuals, families and communities affected by it.

The truth is, we shouldn’t still need this day. But we do.

Overdose continues to affect every community, but it can be prevented. By talking openly, reducing stigma, sharing knowledge and supporting one another, we can help reduce risk, keep people safe and save lives.

28/08/2026

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Proud to be at Belfast City Hall today to mark International Overdose Awareness Day. 💜

It was especially important to stand alongside some of the people who give so much of themselves every day supporting those facing addiction and their families.

Today is about remembering every life lost, recognising the pain carried by families and communities, and demanding that we do much more to ensure people can get the help and support they need.

28/08/2026

This week we said goodbye to our Summer Calm Connections programme!

What an amazing summer it’s been, filled with fun, games, crafts, walks, bowls and plenty of laughs!

And as for our last session… we’re not quite sure how to explain it! 😄 Let’s just say there was lots of laughter and a brilliant way to finish the summer!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make Calm Connections such a welcoming and positive space.

Now we’re looking forward to our Winter Calm Connections programme!

27/08/2026

Upcoming Extern Walking Group Walks!

Join us for our upcoming walks with the Extern Walking Group. We’ll meet at 11am at each location.

📅 4th September – Belvoir
📅 11th September – Monkstown Wood
📅 18th September – Fernhill House
📅 25th September – Whitehead Car Park
📅 2nd October – Cutters Wharf Car Park
📅 9th October – Antrim Castle Gardens

All welcome! Come along, get some fresh air, enjoy a walk and meet new people.

Interested in joining us? Contact Calli on 07442 530576 for more information.

We’d love to see you there!

20/08/2026

Calm Connections – Summer Programme

This summer, our usual Calm Connections drop-in has become a gentle summer programme — a safe space to connect, support each other, be creative and simply spend time together.

This week we enjoyed the simple, therapeutic activity of painting rocks

A little creativity, a little conversation, and time to slow down and enjoy being present.

Sometimes it’s the simple things that help us feel connected

18/08/2026

Unfortunately ukulele is cancelled for today, we will be back next week for those who have already attended, see you there!

17/08/2026

Do you want a role where you can make a real difference in people's lives?

We're looking for a compassionate, person-centred individual to join our Protect Life 2 team in Belfast, supporting people experiencing mental health crisis and those vulnerable to suicidal thoughts or self-harm.

In this role you'll:
✅ Provide 1:1 support and crisis de-escalation
✅ Deliver group work and wellbeing events
✅ Facilitate training such as ASIST, MHFA and SafeTALK
✅ Support those bereaved by su***de
✅ Work within a trauma-informed, recovery-focused team

📍 Location: Belfast
💰 Salary: £26,679 - £31,325 per annum (Grade 5)
🕐 Hours: 37.5 hours per week
📄 Contract: Permanent

If you're passionate about mental health and su***de prevention, and want to be part of a team that's changing lives across our communities, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now: https://bit.ly/Mental_Health_Wellbeing_Worker