Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre Local Notes
• In the New Year we are hoping to run the ASIST programme (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) this is a two day skills building workshop in Suicide first aid delivered by the HSE. This course would be suitable for caregivers who regularly have contact with vulnerable groups in their work or role in the community. If you would be interested in taking part please contact reception on 074 91 41773!
• Mental Well Being Programme: This programme will run on a Monday Morning from 10.30-12.30 starting from 7th October-9th December. For more information contact reception on 074 91 41773!
• Self Management Course living a quality of life with a long term condition. Do you suffer from a health condition and would like to live a healthier lifestyle? If YES, this course teaches people the tools for management and self-core. It will cover for example, relaxation techniques exercise and healthy eating and much more. Courses are free of charge and are being held throughout the county. This programme will take place in Lifford on Wednesday 2nd October at 10a.m. For further information please contact Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre on 074 91 41773.
• Stress Management programme: This programme gives women the opportunity to share what they consider to be “Stress” as it relates to them and highlights the manifestation and impact of stress of the physical body. Participants will focus on their energies and will gain good tips and coping strategies on how to handle stress. This programme will run on a Thursday morning from 10.30-12.30 starting from 24th-28th October. For more information contact reception on 074 91 41773!
• English Language Classes: Learn to speak/improve your English language skills. This is an accredited on the National Framework of Qualifications. Minimum of 7 participants. This is supported by the Donegal ETB. For more information contact reception on 074 91 41773.
• Parent and Toddler Group: We are running a parent and toddler group on a Wednesday morning from 10.30-12.30 in the ABC Centre Lifford starting 2nd October 2013. All parents and toddlers are welcome to come and join the fun and activities.
• Friday Fun Klub & Lifford Youth Club Presents The Rose of Clonleigh. See our local Hunks as you have never seen them before, in the Fir Trees Hotel Strabane on Saturday 21st September 2013@9.00p.m. Music by: Men in Black. Tickets: €10. Tickets are available at Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre.
• Driving Theory, Advanced Photography, Basic Computers and Gardening: The following classes will commence in the next few weeks in Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre. If you would be interested in taking part please contact reception on 074 91 41773!
• Clothes Appeal: Blossoms charity shop is appealing for donations. We are looking for clothes, shoes, belts, bags, bric-a-brac, toys and books (in good condition). Items can be dropped into the Resource Centre when the shop is closed. “Many thanks”
• “Blossoms” Charity Shop: We are currently looking for volunteers for our local charity shop “Blossoms”. This shop generates much needed income to help the running costs of the Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre. Without the help of volunteers we would not be able to open the shop. The new opening hours of the shop are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 12-4pm. If you have any free time to spare and would like to help out please contact reception on 074 91 41773.
• New weight loss class on Thuirsdays from 6.30-7.30pm in Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre €5.00 per class. There is no joining fee or no penalty fees. Weekly group meetings and weigh in. For more information contact Karen on 086 3470798 www.slimruswithkarenmcglinchey.com
• Good Morning Service: We are currently looking for volunteers for our Good Morning Service in Lifford/Clonleigh Resource Centre. Do you have a few hours per week to spare and would like to join our team of volunteers who make telephone calls to older people each week in their homes. Full training, Monitoring and support are provided for all volunteers. Contact us for more information on 074 93 21598.
• Astro Turf Pitch available for hire midweek and weekends (daytime only) for more information contact the centre on 074 91 41773.
• Counselling & Support Services: Free Confidential Counselling Support. You can avail of this service free of charge if you are 17 years or over, whether you are Male or Female. Service Available@ Lifford Clonleigh Resource Centre, Castlefinn and Manorcunningham. Strictly Appointment Only. For Further information contact
44 784 9223 114.
• Young parents Pathways programme Start date to be confirmed: This programme is open to Young parents that would like to learn: Parenting Advice, Personal Development, Health Awareness, Paediatric First Aid and IT Qualification. Also enjoy Fun days out for parents & children, Visits to health spas. All expenses are covered by this programme at no cost to the individual. There is also childcare supplements and free travel available. For further information or to receive an application form Contact 04882 250 962 /0749141773.
• Writer’s Group: will be starting back on Wednesday 18th September from 2.30-4.30.
• Knitting group: will be starting back on Wednesday 11th September from 8.00-9.30.
• Just 4 Me Group: every Monday from 12.45-2.45.
• 50+ groups: every Tuesday from 11.30-1.30.
• Friday Club: every Friday from 11.00-1.00.