Accessibility

Resource Library

Do you have any equipment that you no longer require,that is in good condition, that someone else could benefit from? This can include trikes, wheelchairs, adapted seating or toys. PM us if you have something you would like to donate to our Resource Library!
For some examples of items already in the Resource Library- click on the link below.
Please note that any equipment accepted for donation will go through an assessment and servicing process to ensure it can be certified as ‘fit for use’ Any equipment donations that do not ultimately meet certification standard can be returned to donor or disposed of upon request.
https://www.maemurrayfoundation.org/pro…/resource-library/

EVENTS SCHEDULE

Monday 28th February

Face to Face Music Workshop – 6-6.45pm

Online Music Workshop: 6.45-7.30pm

Registration essential.. The link will be sent to all who have registered to take part online

Tuesday 1st March

Drama Workshop – 5.30-6 pm
Registration essential – . This is an online event and you will receive a link by text message and email.

Wednesday 2nd March

5-6pm: Arts and Craft (FULLY BOOKED)
7pm: Teens Chatty sessions
8pm: Overs Chatty sessions

Registration essential. To register, contact Laura via email: projectleader@maemurrayfoundation.org

Emergency Essentials Funding

BBC Children in Need Emergency Essentials Programme aims to provide grant items that meet a child’s (under 18) most basic needs or are critical to their wellbeing. All applications must be made through a registered organisation and we are delighted to be registered to make applications on behalf of you, our members.

Criteria:
– Experiencing a crisis or emergency and do not have access to support or have sufficient resources to meet child’s needs
– Child must be under 18
– Must be a UK resident

The programme awards grants for critical household items, for example:
– Cooker
– Fridge, freezer
– Washing machine / tumble dryer
– Children’s bed/bedding
– Kitchen Equipment
– Furniture
– Clothing
– Baby equipment

Please note – this programme does not provide disability equipment.

For more details, click on the link below for all of the details on this programme. If you wish for us to apply on your behalf, please email Kyleigh on: kyleigh@maemurrayfoundation.org

https://www.familyfundservices.co.uk/emergency-essentials/

Thank you

Thank you to Belfast Cathedral for the generous donation raised at the annual Black Santa Sit Out Appeal. Thanks to all who donated and to those who organised the appeal.

 

Help us to create an Inclusive Beach at Portstewart Strand

Members have longed for an Inclusive Beach at the beautiful Portstewart Stand. This is now possible as a Changing Places toilet has recently been installed by the National Trust, ensuring dignified toileting for all.

You can help us by either donating to help us get equipment (all donations are being matched/doubled at the minute!) or by sharing the campaign with your friends. You can do this by text or on social media once you see our posts. All you need to share is the link to the Crowdfunding page – see below.

Inclusive Beach Portstewart – a Charities crowdfunding project in Portstewart by Kyleigh lough (crowdfunder.co.uk)

Christmas Wishes!

 The team at Mae Murray Foundation would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! We would like to thank all of our volunteers for giving up over 10,000 hours this year to support our various projects. We look forward to seeing you in the new year, stay safe.

Events Schedule

Monday 13th December

Music Workshop – 6-7pm *Christmas jumper/hat optional*
Registration essential – see below for more details. There is an option to either take part online or face to face (based in Larne).
Tuesday 14th December

Drama Workshop – 5.30-6 pm *Keep an eye on your post!*
Registration essential – see below for more details. This is an online event and you will receive a link by text message and email.
Wednesday 15th December 
7pm: Teens Chatty sessions Xmas Party Night (Everyone who registered should have received a pack in the post – get in touch today if you have not!)
8pm: Overs Chatty sessions 

Please note: Our office will be closed from Tuesday 21 December, opening again on Wednesday 5 January. We would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.

Help us to create an Inclusive Beach at Portstewart Strand

Members have longed for an Inclusive Beach at the beautiful Portstewart Stand. This is now possible as a Changing Places toilet has recently been installed by the National Trust, ensuring dignified toileting for all.

You can help us by either donating to help us get equipment (all donations are being matched/doubled at the minute!) or by sharing the campaign with your friends. You can do this by text or on social media once you see our posts. All you need to share is the link to the Crowdfunding page – see below.

http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/inclusive-beach-portstewart.

Resource Library

The Resource Library is a free resource for all members. You may want to borrow equipment for a range of reasons:

  • To trial expensive equipment that you are considering purchasing to ensure it is right for you.
  • To borrow equipment for a specific need, for example to help you with travel on a holiday.
  • To get active and enjoy outdoor spaces.
  • To have move opportunities to play and learn new skills.

In order to avail of this service, you must be able to collect and return the equipment to our office in Larne. You must also agree to the terms and conditions of use – these can be viewed on the Resource Library Request and Consent form below.

This service is volunteer led and therefore it may take a little longer for us to get back to you, please allow 7 days. If you have an urgent request, contact our office on 03006001166.

If there is an item we do not have, that you would like to borrow, please email resourcelibrary@maemurrayfoundation.org with your suggestion (additional equipment is subject to funding and meeting the criteria for this project).


For more information, and to see what equipment is available, click on the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdo_4u-NFtFs3jJIy-tm5sRwqAWCBP3Ugdhka5-c5FDSWOIWw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Help make a difference

By nominating a registered charity, not-for-profit organisations, or community interest company in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man, you are entering them in for the chance to win £1,000 and potentially changing lives.12 Days – Movement for good – Nominate a charity to receive £1000 from Ecclesiastical