Council community services
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council's communities team supports local groups with development, training, participation and grant opportunities. Its community pages also cover community centres, independent advice, minibus hire, good relations and age-friendly work.
The team can be reached on 028 9244 7713 or community.services@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk. This is a starting point for community support and facilities, with separate council services handling matters such as bins, planning and environmental health.
Practical help and money support
LCC Community Trust at Graham Gardens runs projects that combine practical support with longer-term skills and advice. Kickstart Social Supermarket offers reduced-price food alongside an assessment, mentoring and classes, while Community Money Advice provides confidential debt and budgeting support.
The trust also organises community lunches, walks, cooking activities and groups. Its main contact is 07860 578409 or hello@lcccommunitytrust.org. People can approach the trust directly or through one of its referral partners.
Emergency food support
Lisburn Foodbank is a distinct service facilitated by the trust in partnership with local churches and the Trussell network. It supplies three days of emergency food through a voucher system, with referrals from care professionals and local advice organisations.
The foodbank's contact is 07756 965868 or team@lisburnfoodbank.org. Its own website explains referrals, food donations, volunteering and other ways to support the service.
Culture, learning and taking part
The Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum offers free visits and a group learning programme, with reception on 028 9266 3377. ISLAND Arts Centre has creative workshops, youth theatre and community arts opportunities; its information line is 028 9244 7452.
Lisburn Music Centre on Railway Street teaches children and adults across a range of instruments, singing and speech and drama. Its number is 028 9266 9103. For other local groups, tutors and services, the directory's Community & Education category provides another route into local life.
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