Theme: Community Development Rationale: Loughgiel benefits from strong community leadership and has a strong sense of community pride. This is a strong base to build from in order to develop enhanced facilities, services and activities. Project Action Why is it an Issue? How Will it be Tackled? Priority and Timeframe Indicative Cost Potential Funding Sources Potential partners (inc. lead) Linkages to Community Planning Outcomes Expand scope of Supporting People Scheme Improvement in the quality of life of more elderly people Reduce social isolation and exclusion Lobby NHSCT and the Antrim/ Ballymena Integrated Care Partnership A joint partnership lobbying approach with other wider geographical organisations like COAST and NACN High – Year 1 £100,000 annually NHSCT NACN Council Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 1; 3; Health and Wellbeing; Live independently and access support services Expand luncheon club to provide a meals-on-wheels service Improvement in quality of life of elderly people and those who are housebound Lobby NHSCT and the Antrim/ Ballymena Integrated Care Partnership High – Year 1 and ongoing £30,000 annually NHSCT NACN Council Luncheon Club Loughgiel Community Association NHSCT Outcomes 1; 3; 4; 5; Health and Wellbeing; Live independently and access support services
needed to accommodate classes as well as better WiFi and broadband Helping employability of those who find it difficult to find employment More opportunities are needed for adults to and get involved in hobbies Facilities are available at the Millennium Centre Contribute to and engage in a more prosperous and fair economy; Knowledge and skills Lobby for grant programme to refurbish and paint community buildings over 12 years old Community buildings will be brought up to the standards that customers expect Promote to current Big Lottery consultation and the new RDP Programme Encourage RSN’s networking support across N Ireland for this programme which is essential across N Ireland Medium – Year 2 £50,000 Council RDP NACN Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 8; Sustainably managed natural and built environment
Transport for childcare needed (Currently pay North Coast Community Transport to bring children from school to centre) More children will attend the centre Social enterprise will become more profitable Lobby politicians for a joint multi-agency solution through PHA/DfI/DAERA Senior staff/Office Bearers to meet MLA’s High – Year 1 £20,000 annually Council Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 2; Children and young people have the best start in life Support/promotion to encourage more volunteers Encourage existing volunteers Attract new volunteers To ensure groups and projects have access to a pool of skilled volunteers to sustain their work Stronger sense of community People will develop new or existing skills and increase employability Through open days and best practice visits to show importance and benefits of community work Organise with centre team and NACN and Volunteer Now Ensure adequate training for volunteers Participation in annual volunteering awards/acknowledge events Ongoing Time investment - All groups Outcomes 5; 12; Positive relationships; Knowledgeable and skilled Lobby for increased road salting/ gritting Safer routes to schools and workplace Meet with DfI Medium – Year 2 Time investment - Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 4; Safety
during winter for school and for employees travelling to work Use local Councillors for support Establish a community social enterprise learn from others around the world (More networking locally) Test new ideas for community enterprises Encourage new enterprise and business start-up Potential to create employment Promote enterprises and businesses in the village Liaise with Building Change Trust who work with Joseph Rowntree Trust to encourage development of the Social Economy Medium – Year 2 Time investment initially - All groups Outcomes 9; 10; 11; 12; Opportunities for all to contribute to and engage in a more prosperous and fair economy; Attracts and grows more profitable businesses; Drives entrepreneurship and fosters innovation; Knowledgeable and skilled Encourage prescription delivery service Improved service for elderly and housebound Assist people to live independently for longer as far as possible Liaise with existing major pharmacies who are operating this scheme If viable the pharmacy will provide all resources High – Year 1 Time investment to lobby - Loughgiel Community Association Luncheon Club Local pharmacies NHSCT Outcomes 1; 3; Health and Wellbeing; Live independently and access support services
struggles to meet the needs of the needs of the children playgroup equipment Council’s Play Audit have the best start in life; Safe Improved heritage/ project interpretative signage/ panels for visitors Will encourage visitors to stay longer and increase visitor spend Capture and improve awareness of the heritage of Loughgiel Apply for funding from Heritage Lottery/new RDP programme Liaise with other villages and Council officers involved in interpretative signage High – Year 1 £15,000 Council RDP Tourism NI Heritage Lottery Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 6; 8; Unique natural and built landscapes; Sustainably managed natural and built environment Allotments and a second poly tunnel Cheaper healthier food for those on low incomes and improved mental and physical health of growers Contribute to the improved aesthetics of Loughgiel Contribute to improved health Identify a suitable area of land owned by Council or NIHE Learn from other community allotment growers in our network Raise awareness amongst the community that green spaces are High – Year 1 £30,000 Council RDP Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful NIHE All groups Outcomes 1; 2; 4; 5; 8; Health and Wellbeing; Children and young people have the best start in life; Safe; Positive relationships; Sustainably managed natural and built environment
and wellbeing of the local community as they will be encouraged to get closer to nature Loughgiel will be more attractive to locals and visitors important assets in terms of conservation, environment, recreation and health and wellbeing Improve entrances to the village and appearance of village graveyard Will improve aesthetics of the village Define the village boundaries Heighten the sense of arrival Strengthen the village identity Visitors feel welcomed Engage with local artists to come up with ideas and involve local schoolchildren Source and apply for funding Organize a team of volunteers to help tidy the graveyard Medium – Year 2 £7,000 Council RDP Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful Tourism NI Arts Council of NI Council Loughgiel Community Association Tourism NI Arts Council of NI Outcomes 6; 8; Unique natural and built landscapes; Sustainably managed natural and built environment Security cameras to be installed at Increase the security of the centre Obtain quotes for the cameras and their installation High – Year 1 £10,000 Council RDP Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 4; 8; Safety; Sustainably managed natural
the Millennium Centre Increase the sense of safety for centre staff and users Source and apply for funding Procure the company as per the funder’s requirements and built environment Solar panels to further reduce costs at the Millennium Centre, also wind turbines Contribution to the sustainability of the centre Promote renewable energy and responsibility for the environment Apply for funding but seek advice through Action Renewables Chairman to negotiate a better deal with owners High – Year 1 £10,000 Council RDP Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 8; Sustainably managed natural and built environment Theme: Community Services Rationale: To ensure access to services and support is available for Loughgiel residents, contributing to opportunities for personal development, business growth and tourism Project Action Why is it an Issue? How Will it be Tackled? Priority and Timeframe Indicative Cost Potential Funding Sources Potential partners (inc. lead) Linkages to Community Planning Outcomes
Theme: Health and Wellbeing Rationale: To ensure access to services and support is available for Loughgiel residents and visitors, contributing to community health and wellbeing Project Action Why is it an Issue? How Will it be Tackled? Priority and Timeframe Indicative Cost Potential Funding Sources Potential partners (inc. lead) Linkages to Community Planning Outcomes Develop more recreational areas e.g. dual walking/cycling trail Improved countryside access for use by Loughgiel residents and visitors Increase outdoor recreation Encourage more participation in physical exercise in order to gain both mental and physical health benefits Promote community health Liaise with landowners about access agreements and public liability Liaise with Countryside Access Officer and SUSTRANS High – Year 1 £10,000 Sport NI Council Council Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 1; 5; Health and wellbeing; Positive relationships Outdoor gym equipment Gym equipment will be accessible to all Liaise with the Council to make sure Loughgiel is Long term – Years 3 – 4 £6,000 Sport NI Council RDP Council Loughgiel Outcomes 1; 5; Health and wellbeing;
including families at no cost Encourage more participation in physical exercise in order to gain both mental and physical health benefits Promote community health included in its development strategy for villages Community Association Positive relationships Provide alternative therapies from the Millennium Centre Alternative therapies are accessible and available locally More services are available to the local community Improved health and wellbeing Approach existing therapists in Ballymoney area to see if they would come to the Millennium Centre, perhaps 2 days a week Advertise and promote the services through social media such as Facebook, leaflet drops, parish news etc High – Year 1 £10,000 per annum Trust Funds Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 1; Health and Wellbeing
Organise nutrition courses and “living on a budget” for young families and elderly Improving health and wellbeing of local people Educating people and raising awareness on the importance of healthy lifestyles and that they are doable Work with NACN health improvement officer Apply for on-going NACN/PHA small grants Advertise and promote the courses through social media such as Facebook, leaflet drops, parish news etc High – Year 1 Time investment PHA NHSCT Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 1; Health and Wellbeing Update existing gym area with modern facilities Improved health and good relations with local people and people from wider area Make sure Loughgiel needs incorporated in relevant strategy with the Council Check possibilities for funding through Grant Tracker, NACN Medium – Years 2 - 3 £20,000 Sport NI Council or council’s Grants Programme Council Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 1; 5; Health and wellbeing; Positive relationships Drop-in service providing chiropodist and blood Improved health and wellbeing for all residents Meet with the Antrim/ Ballymena Integrated Care High – Year 1 Time investment - Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 1; Health and Wellbeing
pressure checks More accessible service for the elderly Partnership and NACN Get support from other groups in wider area e.g. Armoy and Cloughmills Locate the drop-in service in the Millennium Centre Promote the service through social media such as Facebook, leaflet drops, parish news etc Set up interagency group to tackle anti-social behaviour Improved health and wellbeing for those affected Will reduce fear of crime and build confidence in young people Involve other agencies to progress approach with NIHE, PSNI, PCSP and the Youth Service Work with the agencies to people High – Year 1 Time investment - Loughgiel Community Association Youth Club PCSP NIHE Outcome 1; 4; 5 Health and Wellbeing; Safe; Positive relationships
about the dangers of ASB Mentor young people to increase their confidence and resilience through volunteering, education and new hobbies Theme: Tourism Rationale: The village has a rich heritage and natural resources. It is important that these are sustained, cared for and improved for the benefit of its citizens and visitors to the area. Project Action Why is it an Issue? How Will it be Tackled? Priority and Timeframe Indicative Cost Potential Funding Sources Potential partners (inc. lead) Linkages to Community Planning Outcomes Establish village website/ possibly Facebook page Better communication within the village Potential for increased use of the centre Visit other communities in the NACN area with well-established and maintained websites High - Year 1 £3,000 Council Loughgiel Community Association Outcome 5; Positive relationships
Encourage more groups to organise events Increase community participation and engagement in community life Liaise with NACN for advice and guidance Advertise for a local person with website knowledge to set up a website keep it updated Develop walking/fishing at the dam Attract more visitors to the area Additional facility for locals Increase outdoor recreation Encourage more participation in physical exercise in order to gain both mental and physical health benefits Promote community health Check access possibilities with the Rivers Agency Liaise with countryside access officer, the Environment and Heritage Service and Outdoor Recreation NI Medium – Year 2 TBC Sport NI Council Rivers Agency Walking/Rambling Club Running Club Loughgiel Community Association Outcomes 1; 5; 6; 7; 8; Health and Wellbeing; Positive relationships; Unique natural and built landscapes; Physical structures and facilities that further growth, access and connections; Sustainably managed natural and built environment
Healthier lifestyle for all Encourage the promotion of walking and angling tourism Promote the manufacture of hurl sticks to visitors Attract additional visitors and community visits as this can be included as part of a tour Encourage owner of the business to do a joint marketing leaflet Member of staff/volunteer to develop this idea High – Year 1 and ongoing £1,000 - Scullion Hurls Outcomes 5; 10; 12; Positive relationships; Attracts and grows more profitable businesses; Knowledgeable and skilled Theme: Good Relations Rationale: To continue Loughgiel’s ongoing commitment to embracing diversity and good relations. Project Action Why is it an Issue? How Will it be Tackled? Priority and Timeframe Indicative Cost Potential Funding Sources Potential partners (inc. lead) Linkages to Community Planning Outcomes
Continue to encourage more integration of new residents into community life Better relations in the community Attract new volunteers Increase community participation and engagement Promote inclusive classes and facilities to all users Encourage all staff and volunteers to promote the different community organisations in Loughgiel e.g. the older people’s group/ childcare High – Year 1 Time investment - Loughgiel Community Association All groups Outcomes 1; 5; Health and Wellbeing; Positive relationships Continue to develop good relations both North/ South and East/ West and local relationships through forum Build greater confidence and develop greater contacts in the community Continue to be involved in Village Links programmes and good relations programmes Continue to attend and network across wider geographical areas and keep updated on new programmes through Rural Support Network High – Year 1 Time investment - Loughgiel Community Association All groups Outcomes 1; 5; Health and Wellbeing; Positive relationships