There are around 52,000 people with complex disabilities living in Northern Ireland, with one in five based in Belfast.
A new hub in Belfast is set to create a thriving community space and specialist support services for people with complex disabilities and their families.
There are approximately 52,000 people with complex disabilities living in Northern Ireland, with one in five based in Belfast. Sense Hub Belfast will support over a thousand people by 2026. Richard Kramer, Chief Executive of Sense, said: "Sense has been supporting people with complex disabilities, such as deafblindness, in Northern Ireland for 30 years. Sense Hub Belfast will build on this work, creating an inclusive and dynamic centre, where disabled people and their families can meet and share new experiences, supported by specialist staff.
Jamie, aged 25, is blind and has learning disabilities. He lives in supported living accommodation in Belfast, run by Sense, but currently must travel to Carrickfergus for his day service. Join our Belfast Live breaking news service on WhatsApp Click this link or scan the QR code to receive breaking news and top stories from Belfast Live. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
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