Northern HSC Trust
@northernhsct.bsky.social
We provide health and social care across the four council areas of Antrim & Newtownabbey, Causeway Coast & Glens, Mid & East Antrim and Mid Ulster #teamNORTH 🧭
House Rules www.northerntrust.hscni.net/contact-us/
House Rules www.northerntrust.hscni.net/contact-us/
Our next drop-in autism café will be held in the Linen Room, Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, Tues 3 Feb, 10am-12 noon.
The event will bring together a range of support organisations ☺️
To note, at busy periods you may have to wait to speak to your preferred provider(s).
The event will bring together a range of support organisations ☺️
To note, at busy periods you may have to wait to speak to your preferred provider(s).
January 14, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Our next drop-in autism café will be held in the Linen Room, Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, Tues 3 Feb, 10am-12 noon.
The event will bring together a range of support organisations ☺️
To note, at busy periods you may have to wait to speak to your preferred provider(s).
The event will bring together a range of support organisations ☺️
To note, at busy periods you may have to wait to speak to your preferred provider(s).
Thank you to Massereene Golf Club Lady Captain, Heather Allison, for supporting the vital work of our Cardiac Support Group❤️
Heather recently handed over a fantastic donation of £1800 which will be used to buy new equipment for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service.
Heather recently handed over a fantastic donation of £1800 which will be used to buy new equipment for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service.
January 5, 2026 at 11:14 AM
Thank you to Massereene Golf Club Lady Captain, Heather Allison, for supporting the vital work of our Cardiac Support Group❤️
Heather recently handed over a fantastic donation of £1800 which will be used to buy new equipment for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service.
Heather recently handed over a fantastic donation of £1800 which will be used to buy new equipment for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service.
We appreciate that some people may be worried about attending their appointment with us tomorrow (Mon 5 Jan) due to the ongoing wintry conditions❄️
Your safety comes first so if you are unable to travel, please get in touch as soon as possible in the morning to let us know.
Your safety comes first so if you are unable to travel, please get in touch as soon as possible in the morning to let us know.
January 4, 2026 at 8:22 PM
We appreciate that some people may be worried about attending their appointment with us tomorrow (Mon 5 Jan) due to the ongoing wintry conditions❄️
Your safety comes first so if you are unable to travel, please get in touch as soon as possible in the morning to let us know.
Your safety comes first so if you are unable to travel, please get in touch as soon as possible in the morning to let us know.
We were very grateful to receive new pyjamas for Antrim children’s ward from the Caitlin-Rose McMullan appeal💗
Lorraine from Diamond Slice in Bellaghy, one of the collection points, met with staff to hand over the PJs–thank you to those who got behind this very special cause.
Lorraine from Diamond Slice in Bellaghy, one of the collection points, met with staff to hand over the PJs–thank you to those who got behind this very special cause.
December 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
We were very grateful to receive new pyjamas for Antrim children’s ward from the Caitlin-Rose McMullan appeal💗
Lorraine from Diamond Slice in Bellaghy, one of the collection points, met with staff to hand over the PJs–thank you to those who got behind this very special cause.
Lorraine from Diamond Slice in Bellaghy, one of the collection points, met with staff to hand over the PJs–thank you to those who got behind this very special cause.
December 15, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Did you know we provide hearing support lanyards for service users & patients with hearing loss?
Wearing a lanyard improves communication & provides support for those who are deaf, hard of hearing or who lip read☺️
To make a request, email [email protected]
Wearing a lanyard improves communication & provides support for those who are deaf, hard of hearing or who lip read☺️
To make a request, email [email protected]
December 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Did you know we provide hearing support lanyards for service users & patients with hearing loss?
Wearing a lanyard improves communication & provides support for those who are deaf, hard of hearing or who lip read☺️
To make a request, email [email protected]
Wearing a lanyard improves communication & provides support for those who are deaf, hard of hearing or who lip read☺️
To make a request, email [email protected]
With high incidences of flu and respiratory illness circulating in our community, if you are attending ED and need to be accompanied we would ask that you bring only one relative or friend to avoid overcrowding in our waiting areas 🏥
December 10, 2025 at 9:03 AM
With high incidences of flu and respiratory illness circulating in our community, if you are attending ED and need to be accompanied we would ask that you bring only one relative or friend to avoid overcrowding in our waiting areas 🏥
December 9, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Christmas can be a difficult time if you are grieving the loss of a loved one ❤️
As #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek draws to a close, we want to remind anyone in need to reach out.
For guidance and advice from our Bereavement Team visit https://orlo.uk/coping_at_christmas_aPNBv
As #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek draws to a close, we want to remind anyone in need to reach out.
For guidance and advice from our Bereavement Team visit https://orlo.uk/coping_at_christmas_aPNBv
December 8, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Christmas can be a difficult time if you are grieving the loss of a loved one ❤️
As #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek draws to a close, we want to remind anyone in need to reach out.
For guidance and advice from our Bereavement Team visit https://orlo.uk/coping_at_christmas_aPNBv
As #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek draws to a close, we want to remind anyone in need to reach out.
For guidance and advice from our Bereavement Team visit https://orlo.uk/coping_at_christmas_aPNBv
NEWS: Northern Trust’s maternity service becomes more autism friendly
https://orlo.uk/autism_friendly_q7blL
https://orlo.uk/autism_friendly_q7blL
December 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
NEWS: Northern Trust’s maternity service becomes more autism friendly
https://orlo.uk/autism_friendly_q7blL
https://orlo.uk/autism_friendly_q7blL
A huge well-done to our #teamNORTH colleague Janet Redmond, who recently organised a quiz in aid of the Renal Unit at Antrim Area Hospital.
A cause close to her heart as Janet's husband Steven receives peritoneal dialysis at home, the event raised an amazing £1505 💙
A cause close to her heart as Janet's husband Steven receives peritoneal dialysis at home, the event raised an amazing £1505 💙
December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A huge well-done to our #teamNORTH colleague Janet Redmond, who recently organised a quiz in aid of the Renal Unit at Antrim Area Hospital.
A cause close to her heart as Janet's husband Steven receives peritoneal dialysis at home, the event raised an amazing £1505 💙
A cause close to her heart as Janet's husband Steven receives peritoneal dialysis at home, the event raised an amazing £1505 💙
NEWS: Community care model proving ‘hugely successful’ in Causeway Coast and Glens ☺️
https://orlo.uk/community_care_rFu77
https://orlo.uk/community_care_rFu77
December 3, 2025 at 12:33 PM
NEWS: Community care model proving ‘hugely successful’ in Causeway Coast and Glens ☺️
https://orlo.uk/community_care_rFu77
https://orlo.uk/community_care_rFu77
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Getting people involved in health & social care helps us to make positive changes.
Sharing your experiences through Care Opinion is one way you can get involved ❤️
Go to https://orlo.uk/care_opinion_slvBF, use freephone 0800 1223 135 or contact the Involvement Team on 028 2766 1377.
Sharing your experiences through Care Opinion is one way you can get involved ❤️
Go to https://orlo.uk/care_opinion_slvBF, use freephone 0800 1223 135 or contact the Involvement Team on 028 2766 1377.
November 27, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Getting people involved in health & social care helps us to make positive changes.
Sharing your experiences through Care Opinion is one way you can get involved ❤️
Go to https://orlo.uk/care_opinion_slvBF, use freephone 0800 1223 135 or contact the Involvement Team on 028 2766 1377.
Sharing your experiences through Care Opinion is one way you can get involved ❤️
Go to https://orlo.uk/care_opinion_slvBF, use freephone 0800 1223 135 or contact the Involvement Team on 028 2766 1377.
The next Trust Board Meeting will be held on Thursday 27 November.
View the agenda ➡️ https://orlo.uk/Trust-Board-Agenda_pAqOS
View the agenda ➡️ https://orlo.uk/Trust-Board-Agenda_pAqOS
November 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The next Trust Board Meeting will be held on Thursday 27 November.
View the agenda ➡️ https://orlo.uk/Trust-Board-Agenda_pAqOS
View the agenda ➡️ https://orlo.uk/Trust-Board-Agenda_pAqOS
Do you know the signs of type 1 diabetes?
Today marks #WorldDiabetesDay, and earlier you might have heard our Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse Rhonda Bleakly on Q Radio raising awareness about the symptoms to look out for.
🚽 Toilet
🥤 Thirsty
😴 Tired
⚖️ Thinner
Today marks #WorldDiabetesDay, and earlier you might have heard our Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse Rhonda Bleakly on Q Radio raising awareness about the symptoms to look out for.
🚽 Toilet
🥤 Thirsty
😴 Tired
⚖️ Thinner
November 14, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Do you know the signs of type 1 diabetes?
Today marks #WorldDiabetesDay, and earlier you might have heard our Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse Rhonda Bleakly on Q Radio raising awareness about the symptoms to look out for.
🚽 Toilet
🥤 Thirsty
😴 Tired
⚖️ Thinner
Today marks #WorldDiabetesDay, and earlier you might have heard our Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse Rhonda Bleakly on Q Radio raising awareness about the symptoms to look out for.
🚽 Toilet
🥤 Thirsty
😴 Tired
⚖️ Thinner
NEWS: Team North spirit shines through during Duke of Edinburgh training weekend🧭
https://orlo.uk/duke_of_edinburgh_training_Bxfve
https://orlo.uk/duke_of_edinburgh_training_Bxfve
November 14, 2025 at 9:41 AM
NEWS: Team North spirit shines through during Duke of Edinburgh training weekend🧭
https://orlo.uk/duke_of_edinburgh_training_Bxfve
https://orlo.uk/duke_of_edinburgh_training_Bxfve
ED staff at Antrim Area Hospital are continuing to take part in a pilot around the use of body-worn cameras🏥
The initiative aims to reduce violence & aggression experienced by staff while enhancing safety for patients.
To share any feedback please go to https://orlo.uk/mzdtI
The initiative aims to reduce violence & aggression experienced by staff while enhancing safety for patients.
To share any feedback please go to https://orlo.uk/mzdtI
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
ED staff at Antrim Area Hospital are continuing to take part in a pilot around the use of body-worn cameras🏥
The initiative aims to reduce violence & aggression experienced by staff while enhancing safety for patients.
To share any feedback please go to https://orlo.uk/mzdtI
The initiative aims to reduce violence & aggression experienced by staff while enhancing safety for patients.
To share any feedback please go to https://orlo.uk/mzdtI
NEWS: Clinical pharmacists at Antrim Area Hospital have won a UK-wide award for their innovative approach to patient care 👏
https://orlo.uk/clinical_pharmacists_N7Xyb
#MedSafetyWeek
https://orlo.uk/clinical_pharmacists_N7Xyb
#MedSafetyWeek
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
NEWS: Clinical pharmacists at Antrim Area Hospital have won a UK-wide award for their innovative approach to patient care 👏
https://orlo.uk/clinical_pharmacists_N7Xyb
#MedSafetyWeek
https://orlo.uk/clinical_pharmacists_N7Xyb
#MedSafetyWeek
The next Trust Board Meeting will be held on Thursday 23 October.
View the agenda 👉 https://orlo.uk/trust-board-agenda_VJMQb
View the agenda 👉 https://orlo.uk/trust-board-agenda_VJMQb
October 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The next Trust Board Meeting will be held on Thursday 23 October.
View the agenda 👉 https://orlo.uk/trust-board-agenda_VJMQb
View the agenda 👉 https://orlo.uk/trust-board-agenda_VJMQb
NEWS: Foster carers recognised at Northern Ireland Foster Care Awards 🫶
https://orlo.uk/foster_awards_JXF13
https://orlo.uk/foster_awards_JXF13
October 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM
NEWS: Foster carers recognised at Northern Ireland Foster Care Awards 🫶
https://orlo.uk/foster_awards_JXF13
https://orlo.uk/foster_awards_JXF13
NEWS: We're playing our part in promoting healthy eating within Health and Social Care settings 🏥
https://orlo.uk/healthier_menus_kD37b
https://orlo.uk/healthier_menus_kD37b
October 9, 2025 at 12:39 PM
NEWS: We're playing our part in promoting healthy eating within Health and Social Care settings 🏥
https://orlo.uk/healthier_menus_kD37b
https://orlo.uk/healthier_menus_kD37b
It’s National Acute Oncology Awareness Week and we’re recognising the work of our acute oncology colleagues.
They provide specialist advice for inpatients around acute concerns, the side effects of systemic anti-cancer therapy, immunotherapy or radiotherapy 🏥
#AOSAwarenessWeek
They provide specialist advice for inpatients around acute concerns, the side effects of systemic anti-cancer therapy, immunotherapy or radiotherapy 🏥
#AOSAwarenessWeek
October 9, 2025 at 9:19 AM
It’s National Acute Oncology Awareness Week and we’re recognising the work of our acute oncology colleagues.
They provide specialist advice for inpatients around acute concerns, the side effects of systemic anti-cancer therapy, immunotherapy or radiotherapy 🏥
#AOSAwarenessWeek
They provide specialist advice for inpatients around acute concerns, the side effects of systemic anti-cancer therapy, immunotherapy or radiotherapy 🏥
#AOSAwarenessWeek
NEWS: Connect North celebrates #PositiveAgeingMonth with community drop-in events
https://orlo.uk/connect_north_mHtPc
https://orlo.uk/connect_north_mHtPc
October 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
NEWS: Connect North celebrates #PositiveAgeingMonth with community drop-in events
https://orlo.uk/connect_north_mHtPc
https://orlo.uk/connect_north_mHtPc
NEWS: Antrim nurses create a weekend to remember for young renal patients
https://orlo.uk/renal_weekend_xzqoY
https://orlo.uk/renal_weekend_xzqoY
October 7, 2025 at 9:35 AM
NEWS: Antrim nurses create a weekend to remember for young renal patients
https://orlo.uk/renal_weekend_xzqoY
https://orlo.uk/renal_weekend_xzqoY