Funding for Men’s Shed

A NUMBER of local groups have been awared funding for vital projects in the Mid Ulster area.

Lilac Cancer Support in Cookstown are using an £8,800 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund to develop Coalisland and Loughshore Men’s Shed, supporting good mental health for members and their families.

Stephen McCleary, Coalisland and Loughshore Men’s Shed Facilitator said, “Thanks to this money we will be able to run craft and woodwork activities which will reduce anxiety and isolation especially for older people.

“We will offer new projects to our local community, including schools and nursing homes, empowering members and breathing new life into the whole area. Thank you for believing in us, this National Lottery grant will make such a difference.”

Milltown Area Community Association based in Dungannon received a £2,750 grant to provide social opportunities for their community, including a dance for older people. Also receiving funding in the area are Caledon Regeneration Partnership and Stewartstown Masonic Lodge 479.