The event launched the Old Library Trust and Bogside & Brandywell Health Forum coming together as one organisation which will strengthen how health and wellbeing support is delivered - making it easier for people to access services and find the help they need.
From mental health and family support to physical activity and work with older people, the merger is about creating a more joined-up approach that supports people at every stage of life.
Project director, George McGowan described the development as ‘a really positive move and an exciting opportunity to continue improving health outcomes for our communities now and into the future.’
Mr. McGowan thanked all who attended on the day making it such a special occasion, including keynote speaker, Kate Beggs, National Lottery NI Chief Executive and Derry City and Strabane District’s Mayor, Councillor Ruairí McHugh.
He also acknowledged the continued support from the National Lottery Community Fund.
1. The new team at 'Health For Life' celebrating after Thursday's launch in Creggan.
The new team at 'Health For Life' celebrating after Thursday's launch in Creggan. : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
2. Mary Breslin pictured with the Mayor, Ruairi McHugh at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch in Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Mary Breslin pictured with the Mayor, Ruairi McHugh at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch in Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
3. Group pictured at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch at the Bishop's Field Centre, Creggan. Front from left, Amanda Doherty,, Kate Beggs, National Lottery NI Chief Executive, Mary Breslin, Deputy Project Director, Maureen Collins, Joint Chair and Lorraine Gallen. Back from left, Tommy Carlin, National Lottery Community Fund representative, George McGowan, Project Director and Damien Harkin, Joint Chair.
Group pictured at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch at the Bishop's Field Centre, Creggan. Front from left, Amanda Doherty,, Kate Beggs, National Lottery NI Chief Executive, Mary Breslin, Deputy Project Director, Maureen Collins, Joint Chair and Lorraine Gallen. Back from left, Tommy Carlin, National Lottery Community Fund representative, George McGowan, Project Director and Damien Harkin, Joint Chair. : . Photo: Jim McCafferty
4. Project Director George McGowan addresses the attendance at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch in the Bishop's Field Centre, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography)
Project Director George McGowan addresses the attendance at Thursday's 'Health For Life' launch in the Bishop's Field Centre, Creggan. (Photos: Jim McCafferty Photography) : . Photo: Jim McCafferty