Free Support Services in Antrim and Newtownabbey
Find local support services, community help and events in Antrim and Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland.
Local services
Abbey Sure Start
Free early years support for families with children under four in the Newtownabbey catchment area.
Antrim Sure Start
Early years support for families with young children connected to the Antrim Sure Start area.
Family Support Hub Newtownabbey area
Family support and intervention information for children and families in the Newtownabbey area.
Family Support Hub Antrim area
Early intervention family support hub information for families in the Antrim area.
Region and county-wide services
Wider area support that still applies in Antrim and Newtownabbey, including services set at region or county level.
No region-wide or county-wide services match these filters.
Northern Ireland-wide services
Available across Northern Ireland. These appear on local child pages because they serve people throughout Northern Ireland.
Family Support NI — Antrim and Newtownabbey Directory
A family support directory that can help local families find services in and around Antrim and Newtownabbey.
National services
Available across the UK. These are shown separately and are not counted as local Antrim and Newtownabbey services.
Child Benefit
Payment to help with the cost of bringing up a child.
Healthy Start
NHS scheme helping eligible pregnant people and families with young children buy healthy food and milk.
Home-Start UK
Practical and emotional support for families with at least one child under five.
Action for Children
Practical and emotional support for children, young people, and families.
Coram Family Lives Support Line
Free, confidential helpline for any aspect of parenting and family life.
Parent Talk
Online support and advice for parents and carers from expert coaches.
Gingerbread
Specialist advice and community support for single parent families.
Action for Children Parent Talk
Free and confidential live chat and advice for parents and carers of children.
Gingerbread Single Parent Helpline
Expert advice and practical support for single parent families.
Family Action - FamilyLine
Free emotional support and practical guidance for adults on any aspect of family life.
Parent Talk by Action for Children
Free, confidential advice for parents and carers from trained family support workers.
Home-Start Family Support
Local volunteers supporting families with young children through difficult times.
Family Rights Group Advice Line
Legal and practical advice for families involved with children's social services.
Family Rights Group
Free confidential advice for parents and wider family involved with children’s services or care processes.
Family Lives
Free parenting helpline, online chat, email support, parenting courses and information about separation, bullying and family difficulties.
Family Rights Group Advice Service
Free expert legal advice for families involved with children's services or family court.
CMS Clarity – Child Maintenance Clarity Check
Free online child maintenance calculator and practical guidance for separated parents.
Local services
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Support services currently listed directly in Antrim and Newtownabbey.
Local events
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Upcoming events and activities happening in Antrim and Newtownabbey.
Categories
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Different kinds of help currently available around Antrim and Newtownabbey.
Related guides
Trusted advice linked to the kinds of help available here.
Nearby places
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Council and NHS information
Official information can help with housing, health and local services.
Quick answers for Antrim and Newtownabbey
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Antrim and Newtownabbey Support Services and Community Help
Antrim and Newtownabbey residents can use this page to find local support services, community help, trusted organisations and practical advice in one place.
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Help available in Antrim and Newtownabbey
This page brings together local support services, community help and events for people in Antrim and Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland. You can explore practical help, free activities and trusted organisations in one place.