Drop-in centre for young people to open in Carrick

By The Newsroom
Published 27th Nov 2015, 12:00 BST
A new facility will provide young people in Carrickfergus with a welcoming environment where they can seek advice on a range of issues.

Carrick Connect will be opening their new drop-in centre this weekend.

Expressing his support for the initiative was Mid and East Antrim Borough Mayor, Councillor Billy Ashe.

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“I am looking forward to hearing Carrick Connect’s founders and volunteer staff telling everyone about their range of services,” Cllr Ashe said.

Carrick Connect Community Support’s aim is to provide a drop-in facility and bespoke programmes for young people.

The organisation was established in October 2014 by two local youth workers, Tracey McNickle and Johnny Ewart.

“We provide an up-and-coming service for young people aged 11 - 25 years and we want to provide a warm, safe and welcoming environment in the form of a drop-in facility,” said Tracey.