Ways to support our work, staff and volunteers, Volunteers Needed
Lynne Morrison
Volunteers Needed!

We’re seeking Volunteers for Freedom2Choose Activity Programme.

Volunteers required to provide one-to-one support to young people with additional needs to participate fully in our Freedom2Choose Activity Programme every Saturday from 1.30 pm - 4.30 pm.

Volunteers Needed!
Freedom2Choose
Lynne Morrison
Christmas Shopping expedition for ...

The annual Freedom2Choose Christmas shopping trip took place on Saturday 30 November with a visit to Abbey Centre, Belfast from 10.30 am.

Young people got everything on their shopping list and finished with a tasty lunch.

Christmas Shopping expedition for Freedom2Choose young people
Lynne Morrison
Day 2 of Summer Activity Week boosts creativity ...

Day 2 of Autonomie Summer Activity Week 2019 took place on Tuesday 6 August, with a host of fun, practical learning activities. Find out more.

Day 2 of Summer Activity Week boosts creativity with painting and African drumming session
Freedom2Choose, Programmes
Lynne Morrison
Freedom2Choose programme young people create ...

On Saturday 19 January Freedom2Choose programme young people all ‘Made our Mark’ on canvas; the name for this art work was voted on by the young people who named it - ‘Hands Together’ which is now proudly displayed at Lilac House!

Freedom2Choose programme young people create art collage 'Hands Together'
Ways to support our work
Lynne Morrison
Support us when you shop on Amazon

Shop at Amazon Smile and Amazon will donate to Autonomie

Are you an Amazon shopper? Did you know that when you shop using AmazonSmile, a percentage of everything you spend online - will be donated to us without costing you a penny? Find out how you can support us today.

Support us when you shop on Amazon

First ever Girls sleepover takes place at Lilac House

First ever Girls sleepover takes place at Lilac House

On Friday 30 June 2018, we facilitated the first ever Girls sleepover at Lilac House (Linked Independent Living and Advice Centre) - with Stephanie & Megan being the first girls to stay at the centre which has recently undergone a transformation.

The girls enjoyed ten-pin bowling, tea at Pizza Hut, followed by shopping for breakfast supplies and snacks. Then it was back to Lilac House to make summer Mocktails and enjoy a relaxing evening with popcorn!

Tessie & Emma who provided the support had a great time too and felt that the young people truly had the ‘Freedom2Choose’ their fun sleepover.

Autonomie visits Mitchell House School

Autonomie visits Mitchell House School

On Wednesday 26 June Autonomie visited Mitchell House School, Belfast.

A big thank you to Principal Miss Donnan - who made us most welcome and thanks also to parent Janice Bailie - Hewitt - who arranged the visit and promoted Autonomie services.

We wish all the school leavers all the best for the future and hope they will consider Autonomie services if they feel we can support them or their families in any way.

We have lots of information available on our website, our Facebook page and Twitter page.

Speak to a member of our team by calling us on 028 9591 8051, alternatively, by emailing us at autonomieorg@gmail.com

Thanks to all who attended our AGM

Thanks to all who attended our AGM

On Wednesday 27 June 2018 we held a successful Annual General Meeting at Lilac House. Thanks to all for your attendance and valuable contributions.

It was great to see you all and we hope it was a good opportunity for you to gain fresh insights, renew some acquaintances and reflect on the past year.

It is an exciting phase at Autonomie and we thank you all for your continued commitment and dedication.

Take part in the Autonomie Summer Scheme! July and August 2018 for two weeks.

Take part in the Autonomie Summer Scheme! July and August 2018 for two weeks.

FUN-PACKED ACTIVITIES PROGRAMME REVEALED FOR THE AUTONOMIE SUMMER SCHEME 2018

The Autonomie Summer Scheme is a fun-packed two weeks of adventure, games, and activities. Get creative and design your own Summer Scheme T-Shirt! Try your hand at ten-pin bowling, cook up a storm with our sushi making class, and even take a boat trip up the  Lagan.

Autonomies hosts a Mums' Pamper Night

Autonomies hosts a Mums' Pamper Night

Autonomie is committed to providing practical support to local families raising a child with additional needs. To celebrate Carers Week, on Friday 15  June, we hosted a Mums’ Pamper Evening at our new centre Lilac House (Linked Independent Living and Advice Centre), Belfast.  Guests got to enjoy summer refreshments, relaxation exercises and tips on self-care; with the event facilitated by Helen Morrison.

A wonderful evening for all involved and the next event already planned!

Boys' Sleepover at Lilac House as part of What Next? Independent Living Programme

Boys' Sleepover at Lilac House as part of What Next? Independent Living Programme

On Friday 15 June we hosted a Lilac House Sleepover!

Young people Gary and Malcolm took part in the Independent Living Experience at centre. The experience was facilitated with the support of two specialised facilitators and is part of the What Next? Independent Living Programme. This programme helps young people transition more successfully into adult life and their own housing. 

As part of the experience, the young people enjoyed a Boys' Night Out at the Odyssey Complex, Belfast. 

Autonomie is committed to supporting carers

Autonomie is committed to supporting carers

We know life as a carer can sometimes be challenging, but is always rewarding. We know parents, carers and siblings should be able to access practical support and that's why we are enhancing our services to support more carers like you.

Our Family Support Service offers parents, carers and siblings practical support including free confidential counselling using trained professionals.

From our new centre at Lilac House (Linked Independent Living and Advice Centre) carers can access a range of practical support including training and signposting.

Autonomie at Disability Exhibition in Lisburn

Autonomie at Disability Exhibition in Lisburn

The Autonomie team would like to say a big Thank You to everyone that we met at the Disability Exhibition in Lisburn.

If you or a member of your family would like to find out more about practical support and fun activities we offer young people living with a physical disability and practical support available for families raising a child with additional needs speak to a member of our team at our Belfast-based centre Lilac House (Linked Independent Living and Advice Centre) by calling us on 028 9591 8051 or by emailing us at autonomieorg@gmail.com

Autonomie to exhibit at Disability Exhibition 2018

Autonomie to exhibit at Disability Exhibition 2018

Attending Disability Exhibition 2018?

We are excited to exhibit again this year at the Disability Exhibition 201. Do come and say hello to our team, we will be there on both days!

It’s a great event for all the family and takes place this year on Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd June 2018, 10am - 4pm (each day) at Eikon Exhibition Centre, Lisburn

The event is free to attend. For further details visit the official website here.

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