Helping you live life your way

If you're neurodivergent or have a learning disability and live in the North West of Northern Ireland, we're here to support you to build new skills, grow in confidence and live a more independent life.

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WHO WE HELP

Children & Families

Adults

Parents & Carers

OUR SERVICES

Community, friendship and lots of fun

We offer practical programmes and social activities to help you build life skills, explore employment opportunities, and enjoy new experiences. From day trips and work placements to personalised support to reach your goals, there's something for everyone at every stage of their journey.

Social Activities

Day trips, outings, clubs, and leisure time.

Independent Living

Housing, budgeting, shopping, and managing daily life.

Education & Training

Accredited and non-accredited further education courses, including Driving Theory.

Children & Families

After school clubs, stay and play sessions, and family activities.

Employment & Work

Paid work, volunteering, work experience, and supported employment.

Families & Carers

Parent and carer groups, sibling support, and practical advice.

“For many of our members, feeling isolated or excluded has been part of life for too long. Destined is here to change that by creating a place where people feel valued, respected and free to be themselves.”

Charlene Keenan, CEO, Destined

GETTING STARTED

Get support in four easy steps

1

Complete our referral form

2

We’ll get in touch (by phone/email)

3

We’ll discuss your needs

4

Together we’ll agree a plan

Ready to take the first step?

Start your referral

What our members say

"I learn a range of different skills in Destined and I like to socialise with friends. This prevents me from sitting in the house all day as where I live, I am very isolated. I enjoy the activities at Destined as they keep me active and are good for my physical and mental health.”

Owen
“Destined has helped build my confidence over the years, before I came here I didn’t like talking to people much. Now I have the confidence to talk to others and express my feelings. It has also given me the opportunity to progress in life, I am now a volunteer with roles including maintenance around the building and supporting other members to complete tasks.”

Gavin
“I love coming to Destined. It’s very welcoming and I enjoy having the craic with my friends!”

Jacqueline
“Coming to Destined has encouraged me to become more independent and do more things for myself. I have gained different independent living skills over the years and I now feel confident to use these skills when I am at home.”

Michael

SOCIAL ENTERPRISES

Investing in our community for lasting change

Through our social enterprises, we raise vital funds for our member services while giving our members the chance to get involved, build new skills and feel part of our wider community.