Celebrating 30 years of Railway Court
Last week, Railway Court in Omagh celebrated its 30th anniversary and to mark the occasion, the learning disability scheme held a celebration event in the Silverbirch Hotel. Entertainment was provided by Brian Pritchard, Harmonise choir and Eoin McNulty.
Situated on the Dromore Road, Railway Court offers accommodation, support and care for 23 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities over 18 years of age. It is owned and managed by Apex Housing Association.
Alison Rafferty, Manager of Railway Court, commented:
As we celebrate 30 years of Railway Court, it’s worth reflecting on the broader importance of the work we do. Our commitment to adults with learning disabilities is a commitment to dignity, respect, and the belief that everyone deserves to thrive. This milestone would not be possible without our remarkable team. Their dedication, compassion, and creativity make Railway Court the special place it is today.
Mairead Brogan, also Manager of Railway Court, added:
These thirty years have been full of challenges, growth, and triumphs. We look forward to continuing this journey, supporting our tenants, celebrating their successes, and ensuring that Railway Court remains a warm, welcoming, and empowering home for many more years to come.
To mark the anniversary, staff members created a thoughtful newsletter, describing each and every tenant living in Railway Court, which you can read below:
> Railway Court 30th Anniversary newsletter
Railway Court consists of six three and four bed bungalows with shared living, dining, kitchen and bathroom facilities set in its own secure grounds with landscaped gardens and patio areas within easy reach of all local amenities and walking distance of the main shopping area.
Tenants are supported to develop skills, take control of their life and get involved in day-to-day decision making. The team at Railway Court support tenants, encouraging them to achieve personal goals to become more independent, try new things like education or training, get involved in the local community and take part in activities.
For more information on Railway Court, phone the scheme on 028 7181 2177 or click on the link below:
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Photographs courtesy of Isobel O’Brien (Tyrone Constitution) and Michael Cullen (Ulster Herald).
