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We are delighted to share our new report on #AccesstoGPServices among refugees and people seeking asylum in Northern Ireland. This sets out some of the key barriers and how they can be overcome through policy changes. You can read our report here 👇 redcross.org.uk/access-to-gp…
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The Our Stories - Our Times project is the largest undertaking of oral history related to the British Red Cross & it focuses on @RedCrossNI. We're hosting an online event, this Friday 17 November. Join us! There's in person places for those based in London eventbrite.co.uk/e/our-stori…
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In response to the devastating humanitarian crisis in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory we have launched an emergency appeal to support the people affected. People are in desperate need of our help. If you can, please donate today: bit.ly/IsraelAndOccupiedPale…
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It's #RefugeeWeek 🧡 and we've put together 6 ways you can support refugees online this week
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Red Cross NI retweeted
Today we co-signed a letter to all @niassembly Members calling for action to tackle loneliness in Northern Ireland. Nearly 30% of unpaid carers in N. Ireland report feeling lonely always or often. A restored Executive must prioritise a cross-departmental approach to loneliness.
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You can read the full report here: bit.ly/3oWcqOU Remember you can always call our Support Line on 0800 090 2309 for information or support. #LonelinessAwarenessWeek #ConnectionMatters @RobbieButlerMLA 2/2
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93% of Marie Curie frontline staff in Northern Ireland have said they have supported dying patients who were lonely. 💔 In a coalition with @RedCrossPolicy, @AgeNI, @CarersUK, @endlonelinessuk, & others we are calling for a loneliness strategy in Northern Ireland. 1/2
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This is the situation on the ground in #Sudan right now. With every hour that passes without the wounded and sick able to get urgent support, the human toll continues to grow. Here's what you need to know. ⬇
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Today at 3pm, the government tested its new #emergencyalert system. Although today's alert was only a test, having an emergency kit ready could come in useful if you receive a real alert in the future. Here are a few essential items to have ready. ⬇️
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At 3pm on Sunday 23 April, a test message will sound on every phone in the UK. This new alert system will be used to warn people if there’s a life-threatening emergency nearby. Don't worry, it's just a test and no action should be taken. Share this to raise awareness.
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Looking for a leadership post where you can make a difference? @BritishRedCross is seeking a talented Director to lead their Northern Ireland team. Apply now and be part of an organisation dedicated to helping those in need. bit.ly/3ZsPGSQ
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Our teams are working tirelessly in Türkiye (Turkey) and Syria right now. If you can, please donate to our emergency appeal so they can keep reaching people: bit.ly/EarthquakeTW
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We've launched an emergency appeal after a devastating earthquake struck #Turkey & #Syria this morning. Search & rescue missions are underway, but bad weather & aftershocks are hampering efforts. Thousands are in urgent need of help: bit.ly/EarthquakeTW
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Thank you to @MonteithRhian, @NigelRuddell and @MHC_NI for taking part in a valuable discussion on addressing high intensity use of A&E at #NICON22 yesterday. Hugely encouraging to hear the incredible work being done to support frequent attenders to A&E. #PowerOfKindness
Thank you to @RedCrossNI for inviting MHC @profsiobhanon to take part in their discussion at #NICON22 today.
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Thank you to everyone who contributed in all the different ways to raising £15,000 to help Ukrainian refugees. On Tuesday 30th August 2022, a cheque for £15000 was handed over to Charlotte King, Senior British Red Cross Regional Fundraiser for Northern Ireland & Isle of Man.
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These are unprecedented temperatures for the UK, and climate change means we expect more heatwaves to happen in the future. People often think of heatwaves as part of enjoying the summer, but they can be dangerous and must be taken seriously.
🌡️ For the first time ever, 40 Celsius has provisionally been exceeded in the UK London Heathrow reported a temperature of 40.2°C at 12:50 today 📈 Temperatures are still climbing in many places, so remember to stay #WeatherAware ⚠️ #heatwave #heatwave2022
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Listen now to Policy and Public Affairs Officer for Northern Ireland @Stephenbrowne34 on @NI_SCC's podcast 'Social Care Talks...' discussing the impact of the pandemic on loneliness and the need to take action on #TacklingLoneliness ⬇️
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On the second episode of the Social Care Council's podcast 'Social Care Talks...', @wendytalksbizz invites Rebecca Vogel and Rachel Brammer from Connected Health and Stephen Browne from @RedCrossNI for a conversation about loneliness. Listen here: youtube.com/watch?v=yrRWhYPi…
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It was a huge pleasure taking part in the @NI_SCC's podcast on loneliness, discussing some of the incredible work being done to address this issue and the need for a NI Loneliness Strategy to be developed. Thank you very much to @NI_SCC for inviting me. #TacklingLoneliness
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