Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

The official twitter stream for the British Red Cross in Northern Ireland. The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. redcross.org.uk/Where-we-work/… Northern Ireland Joined January 2012

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

2 years ago

We were delighted to meet Junior Ministers Aisling Reilly and Pam Cameron yesterday. We had a valuable discussion on humanitarian support for people in crisis and how preventative, community-based care can be embedded in the Programme for Government.

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British Red Cross Policy @RedCrossPolicy

2 years ago

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-s…

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

2 years ago

We are delighted to support today's Motion on the development of a Loneliness Strategy. Loneliness affects people of all ages and backgrounds, and can severely impact physical and mental health. A cross-departmental Strategy is needed to address this issue on a long-term basis.

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

2 years ago

We were delighted to speak at yesterday's joint meeting of the All Party Groups on Loneliness and Ageing and Older People. The meeting highlighted the urgent need to progress a NI Loneliness Strategy to tackle loneliness among people of all ages. #TacklingLoneliness

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Sam Guthrie @samguthrie91

3 years ago

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-stories-…

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Delighted to welcome incoming @BritishRedCross CEO Beatrice Butsana-Sita to our Belfast office, great discussions with colleagues @AlisonEMcNulty @LisaJaneHollins @SallyCopley

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Join us at the British Red Cross in London on 17th November to learn more about the findings of the "Our Stories – Our Times" oral history project and the history of the Red Cross in Northern Ireland. Book your free ticket here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/our-stories-…

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British Red Cross 🧡 @BritishRedCross

3 years ago

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/IsraelAndOccup…

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Thanks to everyone who joined today's APG on Loneliness meeting. Valuable discussion on the most recent loneliness figures for NI, and the great work of Age Friendly Networks and Loneliness Networks in tackling loneliness through multi-agency partnerships. #TacklingLoneliness

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

We were grateful to discuss a wide range of issues including the need for a NI Loneliness Strategy to address loneliness among people of all ages and backgrounds. #TacklingLoneliness [2/2]

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Thank you to everyone who spoke to us at today's @duponline party conference. We look forward to further engagement on tackling loneliness, supporting refugees and addressing health inequalities. #PowerOfKindness [1/2]

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

We are delighted to announce our new NI Director @ceotinylife Alison McNulty brings a wealth of experience to the role and replaces @Salsins60 Sharon Sinclair after over 12 years at the helm. We look forward to welcoming Alison to the team #thepowerofkindness #NIDirector

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British Red Cross 🧡 @BritishRedCross

3 years ago

It's #RefugeeWeek 🧡 and we've put together 6 ways you can support refugees online this week

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Today we published our trustees' report and accounts for 2022. We've made a huge difference over the last year thanks to the generosity of our donors and the dedication of our volunteers. So thank you to everyone who makes our work possible. redcross.org.uk/about-us/how-w…

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Carers NI @CarersNI

3 years ago

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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Marie Curie NI @MarieCurieNI

3 years ago

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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Marie Curie NI @MarieCurieNI

3 years ago

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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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

Loneliness is an increasing problem in Northern Ireland. This Loneliness Awareness Week, the Action Group on Loneliness Policy have sent an open letter to all MLAs calling for urgent action to tackle loneliness. You can read the letter here 👇 #LonelinessAwarenessWeek

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Charlotte King @Charlot79562174

3 years ago

If anyone would like to donate their old coins and cash to the Red Cross please get in contact on [email protected]. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-… @RedCrossNI

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Red Cross NI @RedCrossNI

3 years ago

For four months @Kizilay & @SYRedCrescent have been at the heart of the #earthquake response providing vital care in some of the hardest hit areas. Thank you @ekinsuofficial for your support.❤️ Please donate today: bit.ly/EarthquakeTW #thepowerofkindness

Good Morning Britain @GMB

3 years ago

'There is immense fear in Istanbul that there will be another earthquake.' @ekinsuofficial helped make food for those in tented camps with the British Red Cross after the devastating earthquake in southern Turkey four months ago.