Men from all walks of life - those unemployed or retired, and those navigating long term mental health issues, PTSD, autism, mild learning difficulties, physical disabilities, brain injuries, strokes - find solace, support and empowerment in our Men's Sheds projects, In our Sheds, everyone is ABLE.

Our Motto is 'We Talk Shoulder to Shoulder'.  We are a close-knit community of 178 registered members, supported by 5 dedicated staff members.

Currently, five of our projects across the Causeway Coast and Glens area - Foreglen, Cornfield and Laurel Hill (Coleraine), Portstewart, and Limavady, are under threat. Three of these Sheds are located in areas of high deprivation, serving as a crucial lifeline for those living there. Additionally, our Mens Shed Repair Café and ReCycle projects are also at risk.

We have been continuously funded by the National Lottery Funded for 14 years - £2.2M in total. Our most recent funding application for 3 years core funding was declined 

Our current funding ends in September 2024 – this give us only 3 months notice.

80% of our members are referred from the Northern and Western Health Trusts. The Health Trusts provide zero core funding for this service

The potential closure of these projects is more than just a loss of facilities; it represents a significant setback for men's mental health and community cohesion in Northern Ireland. We are calling on the NI Assembly to support us, to save these projects, and in doing so safeguard this vital service that provides camaraderie, skills development and wellbeing support for men in our communities.

Donations are optional,  but very welcome : https://www.gofundme.com/f/sos-save-our-sheds

W: https://besafebewell.co.uk

Contacts: 

Catherine Taylor -catherinetaylor@besafebewell.co.uk -07769956049

Mary McCrea - 07840531390

Eugene McFeely - 07736550473

Please, join us. Sign our petition to preserve the Men's Sheds projects