Obesity significantly increases chances of severe outcomes for COVID-19 patients

Learn more about how obesity can significantly increase the chances of severe outcomes for patients with coronavirus disease. Read more

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Obesity significantly increases chances of severe outcomes for COVID-19 patients

Learn more about how obesity can significantly increase the chances of severe outcomes for patients with coronavirus disease. Read more

WHO Report: Pandemic fatigue - Reinvigorating the public to prevent COVID-19

This framework document provides key considerations for the planning and implementation of strategies to reinvigorate public support to prevent COVID-19. Read more

Flu vaccination programme to be expanded

This article outlines how the Dept. of Health will expand the flu vaccination programme this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic Read more

Useful Covid-19 Test Trace Protect resources for workplaces

This article describes free new resources to protect workplace staff against the spread of Covid-19. Read more

Get the StopCOVID NI contact tracing app

This article highlights the launch of the new Covid track and trace app in Northern Ireland and gives info on how to download it. Read more

The deadline for applying to the PHA Short-Term Funding programme has now passed.

This is a reminder that the deadline for applying to the PHA Short-Term Funding programme has now passed.. Read more

Guidance on reopening facilities and resuming activities

This page features guidance and resources for community and voluntary groups who are re-opening facilities or resuming activities after COVID-19 lockdown. Read more

Supporting communities

Useful advice for the community and voluntary sector including access to funding, governance, support in the community and welfare benefits Read more

Keeping up to date

Useful information sources and ways of explaining coronavirus in different languages including sign language Read more

Supporting changing workplaces

Our workplaces are changing unrecognisably and at a rapid pace. To help you through, here are employer support schemes, working from home tips and support on adjusting to new routines and ways of working. Read more

Support for families

Self-isolation is disrupting our usual family routines and preventing access to those we love. Access more information on how you can stay connected through this difficult period. Read more

Western HSC Trust Services Reset Plan - Stage One

The Western Health and Social Care Trust has announced plans to resume services that were curtailed in response to the Covid-19 pandemic while retaining the ability to deal with any future waves of the disease. Read more

Most vulnerable have been hardest hit by COVID-19, conference hears

Experts say collaboration between community and voluntary groups with statutory agencies is vital in order to find solutions to the ongoing impact of COVID-19 Read more

Supporting mental health

Fear, anxiety, stress, anger and hopelessness are natural responses to the spread of COVID-19. Self-care and community care can help us address these emotions. Read more

How are you adapting to the ‘new normal’?

We all need to find coping mechanisms to balance the lockdown Read more

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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health – Bridging the Gap

This interactive seminar will present the work of projects in Northern Ireland that are bridging the gap between the lived experience of people with learning disabilities and autism impacted by loss, bereavement and suicide with research, to influence mental health and suicide prevention policies and practices.
Health Clinics

Book a health check clinic for your workplace, including blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose and emotional wellbeing.
Team Health

Put your team's wellbeing first and watch them thrive. Team Health, from the experts at [email protected] NI, is our bespoke workplace wellbeing solution.
Food poverty in Derry City and Strabane

Food is more than food. Food is health and food is social connection. Attend our first in-person event of 2021 (or join the live stream) to hear why food poverty is more than hunger, and what the solutions might be in Derry City & Strabane.

PHA Making Life Better through Short term funding programme

Applications for one-off PHA funding of up to £5,000 for Community & Voluntary groups are now open through the Clear Project. Find out if you are available and how to apply
Clear Project

Working in the Western Trust Area to prevent suicide, self-harm, drug and alcohol misuse.
[email protected] NI

A workplace health initiative that supports employers to create a better working environment.
Sports Group Grants

Offering up to £300 to purchase sports equipment and mental wellbeing training within the Western Trust area
Grant recipients information

Key information required on branding and reporting on your projects outcomes and successes
Families' Voices Forum

Providing a strong, collaborative voice for those who live with the reality of suicide every day
Work Well Live Well

A regional workplace health support service funded by the Public Health Agency, established in 2016 and delivering positive outcomes for businesses in the Western Trust.
What we do

About Developing Healthy Communities NI - its vision, purpose and approach
Vacancy: Operations Manager

We're looking for an ambitious and skilled leader to help us to grow both our impact and sustainability. Could it be you?
Healthy Cities Conference 2021

PAST EVENT Join Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Brian Tierney, the Developing Healthy Communities team and a host of expert speakers and add your voice to the conversation about how the district can build healthy social, economic and environmental practices into its Covid recovery.