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Keep up to-date with NOW Group's latest news, events and social enterprises, there's never a dull moment we are always on the go...

Bella Bruce Takes the Crown of Northern Ireland’s Next Top Dog

LOAF Pottery – part of Social Enterprise, NOW Group – are delighted to announce that therapy dog Bella Bruce has been crowned the winner...

NOW Group Gets Briefed

Briefed launches Honesty Box Initiative, delivering expert training and advice from barristers at a price charities and social...

Why Art Is Beneficial for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism?

For people with learning disabilities and autism, art offers an escape from reality. Art is a great form of self-expression for people...

The Positive Effects Gaming Can Have on People with Autism

Gaming is a popular past time amongst young people across the world, especially those living with autism. Through the NOW Group we have...

Shannon Achieves Part-Time Employment

Shannon Daly Joined Now Group in January 2021. Here Shannon signed up to Essential Skills Classes. She recently completed NOW Group’s...

The Benefits of Drama Classes for Individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism

To many people with learning disabilities and autism, the thought of standing up and acting scenes from a play is out of their comfort...

Paul Scott Joins the M1 Confectioners Team

Paul Scott signed up to the NOW Group services in April 2019. During his time with us he took part in literacy essential skills and...

Has Your Dog Got The WOOF Factor?-The Search is on to find Northern Ireland’s Next Top Dog

LOAF Pottery – part of Social Enterprise, NOW Group - has launched a search to discover the nation’s next Top Dog. Searching for a dog...

The Benefits of Creative Writing for People with Learning Disabilities and Autism

When we talk about health and wellbeing, the first thing we think about is what we eat and our fitness routine. However, hobbies such as...