The D.C.F.I. Holiday Home.

Lawnfield House,
5 King Street, Newcastle, County Down,
Northern Ireland.

Holidays

For a number of years, DCFI holidays were held at various venues, and these proved to be a wonderful time of blessing for all, though hard work for the voluntary workers who took part, as some of the venues were far from wheelchair friendly.

Soon it was decided to construct a purpose built Holiday Home.

The Opening

On the 29th May, 1993 the first DCFI holiday home was opened in Newcastle, Co. Down Northern Ireland with a service of dedication and thanksgiving.

Purpose-built.

The unit is a purpose-built residential home for persons aged 18 years and over with physical disabilities who do not require nursing care.

It is managed under the auspices of The Disabled Christians' Fellowship Homes of Northern Ireland.

Holiday Groups

The Holiday Home provides accommodation for D.C.F.I. holiday groups during July and August, and sixteen respite care places throughout the rest of the year.

Area

Ideally situated in a quiet residential area, it is close to the sea and nestles under the Mountains of Mourne.

Our Aims

The aim of the Fellowship is to provide residential accommodation which offers a high standard of personal care within a relaxed non-smoking environment.

Every effort is made to ensure that residents may enjoy their stay at the Home with dignity, respect, comfort and care.

Home from home

The Home is registered with the Eastern Health & Social Services Board, and provides 24 hour staffing cover.

Residents may choose to participate in a variety of social and recreational activities available each day.

Respite

During respite care, the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the residents are assessed and an individual care plan agreed.

The level of care required should be discussed with the manager or senior staff prior to application.

Residents are free to receive visitors at any time.

Booking accommodation at the home can be made by contacting:

Disabled Christians' Fellowship, Holiday Home,
Lawnfield House
5 King Street,
NEWCASTLE,
Co. Down, BT33 0HD.

Telephone (028) 4372 6860    Fax 028 437 25971.

or via e-mail:

dcfiholidayhome@hotmail.com