Community & Social Services in Antrim

Resurgam Community Development Trust is a community-led organisation in Lisburn, Co. Antrim, focused on bringing about social, economic, and environmental change in deprived communities. They work with community-based organisations across Lisburn North and South, aiming to foster collaboration and attract investment. Their current areas of work include education and employment, community development, youth provision, social enterprise, community safety, health and wellbeing, and early intervention.

Whitehaven in Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim is a community and social service providing respite care and support for children with severe disabilities and their families. Access to the service is by referral from a Social Work Team.

The Orchardville Society in Lisburn, Co. Antrim provides community and social services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism. They offer employment support, including job coaching, on-the-job assistance, work placements, and business training for neurodiverse staff. Skills training covers vocational areas such as hospitality, retail, and administration, alongside travel, communication, social skills, and confidence-building. Day opportunities include group activities, training, arts, social events, independent living skills, and volunteering. Transitions support assists young people in preparing for post-school options, working with families, schools, and social workers.