Upcoming Events and News

May is #NationalWalkingMonth and there’s no better time to put your best foot forward! The Walking for Health programme aims to encourage people to increase their level of physical activity by participating in local led health walks. The walks are a great way to meet new people and explore the outdoors!  Click here to find out about walks in your area

There are lots of benefits of walking including helping to reduce stress and improve wellbeing. It’s also a great way to connect with others while improving your physical health at the same time. Consider doing some physical activity you enjoy. It could be as simple as a walk in a local park with a friend, a cycle to work or a quick dip in the local swimming pool! Click here to find out more about getting active 

Michael Fryer from the NI War Memorial Museum will bring objects and photographs from the museum relating to the Second World War. The library would love to hear of your memories from the wartime past. Booking is advisable by contacting Enniskillen Library Direct on 028 6632 2886 or email: Enniskillen.library@librariesni.org.uk

Allstate Cyber Safety

Empowering older adults  to stay safe online

Allstate Cyber Safety for older adults is a specialized training programme designed to empower adults with the knowledge and skills to navigate the digital world.  As technology advances, so do the threats that lurk online.  By enrolling in their programme older adults will become equipped with the tools they need to protect themselves and stay secure in the digital world.

Click here to register

Calling all adventurers above the age of 65yrs!

Experience the thrill of exploring the natural world of the Marble Arch Caves with their senior (65yrs or above)  2-for-1 discount on guided cave tour tickets! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity, you can book your tickets online using discount code ‘2for1’ at checkout or purchase your tickets on your day of visit.

The Marble Arch Caves are open daily, tours take approximately 60 minutes. You can learn more or purchase your ticket by just following the link below: 

Linking Generations NI

Linking Generations is an organisation that connects generations across Northern Ireland.  They focus on the development and promotion of intergenerational approaches to address societal issues.  Find out more here

Home Fire Safety Check

NI Fire and Rescue Service offer free home safety checks to provide advice on how to stay safe from fire.

Find out more HERE

RNID

Hearing Aid Support Services near you

RNID, in partnership with the Department of Health, are holding a free walk-in support service in local towns and villages.

Age Without Limits

The Centre for Ageing Better has launched a new campaign ‘Age Without Limits’ to change the way we all think about ageing and support a growing movement of people and organisations working to make society more age-inclusive.

Find out more HERE

Alzheimer’s Society

Alzheimer’s Society’s dementia support service offers information and practical guidance to help you understand dementia, cope with day-to-day challenges and prepare for the future. The service offers information to people who are worried about their memory and ongoing support to people affected by dementia face to face, over the phone or in writing.

For more information contact Martin Bradley, Dementia Adviser, Fermanagh – Mob: 07725 47515

Age NI

Age NI is the leading charity for older people in NI. Their vision is a world  where everyone can love later life.

They provide free information and advice on a range of topics including money matters, learning, support and work.

Find out more HERE

Signpost Express

Age NI produce an e-bulletin – Signpost Express.  It is designed to keep you updated on specific and relevant issues to sub regional network partners working with older people’s programmes, including: new legislation and developments, news, training, events and activities, advice, support and signposting for further information.

Find out more HERE