Just received confirmation today that our mortgage is fully paid off on
@lovelyloaf
building
#GrosvenorRd
This was a big undertaking for
@NOW_Group
at the time and it feels like such a milestone. Thanks to those who gave it a fair wind at the time. Your faith won out
#socent
So Conor has a new job!! He’s working in a GP surgery in North Belfast and he’s so excited to be part of a new team. His good news has made my day
@NOW_Group
It's
#BigJabWeekend
so if you've been putting it off just get it done and then you can drop into
@lovelyloaf
at Ulster Museum and your tea or coffee is on us. We're all in this together.
Happy, happy birthday to the jewel in our
@NOW_Group
crown. They all said it wouldn't work but
@lovelyloaf
cafe Grosvenor Road
#Belfast
is 7years old today. Times are really tough but quality continues to shine through.
OMG
@PaulMaskeyMP
you are an absolute star!!! Just heard the family you helped out got sorted at last. As always I'm amazed at your availability and genuine wish to help. Thank you so much they are delighted!
We will bury our Dad today and though we are so sad we are surrounded by great family, friends and neighbours telling stories and offering support. I'm always astounded at the power of an Irish wake as a community helps him on his way x
I'm feeling a little emotional today as I see the online orders come in for
@lovelyloaf
I get a message everytime we get an order and it hasn't stopped all day! So good to know not everyone is in line for McD's and lots see the real value of
#buylocal
and
#buysocial
Thank you
I've been a little overwhelmed by all the messages and good wishes this weekend. It's important to celebrate though so it's time for some bubbles on the beach in Donegal.
We wanted a vibrant home for
@lovelyloaf
that would stand out in a sea of grey. We wanted something special and by God we did it. The past 18months have been the toughest we've ever faced but it's still about how you make people feel
#teamNOW
#supportlocal
#buysocial
Sure we’re sad to see
#Easons
closing BUT did you shop in it recently or where you buying your books and stationery on Amazon? When will we wake up? It’s too late when the businesses are gone. We need to
#buylocal
and
#buysocial
NOW! How we shop and spend our money must change.
Lots of people will never need to know the detail but in behind the scenes local charities, community groups and social enterprises are stepping up and doing amazing things with very little. I’m amazed every day by the heart, innovation and grit in our sector. Keep going ❤️
To all who said it wouldn’t work -
@lovelyloaf
proved you wrong! The perfect example of how
#Socent
regenerate communities and deliver lasting impact. Happy 5th birthday Loaf Cafe xx
Happy Birthday to us! Five years old today. Thanks to everyone who continues to support us and to
#buysocial
Looking forward to the next 5!
#foodwithpurpose
Spotted this hidden beauty for the very first time as I walked on Castle Lane today. An interesting building right beside my favourite St Mary’s Church. I’ve a feeling it won’t be here much longer ☹️
When you have 2 board meetings and an AGM on the same day and you arrive home and are told there's a table booked
@BarkingDBelfast
- not a bad birthday after all. Slainte
I'm so bloody delighted! Ran my first ever 5k without stopping tonight. It wasn't fast and it wasn't pretty but a bunch of young fells on the Falls Road kept me going with a really funny Mexican Wave 👋 That's us ready for
@Queens_parkrun
@Naomhbridclg
So proud to be in London tonight and recognised as a
@WISE100
leading woman social entrepreneur AND one of 10 nominees in the “spotlight”. It’s not difficult when you work
@NOW_Group
- off now celebrating with
@gerrycandesign
BOBBIN REOPENS! It was so good to see
@lovelyloaf
back
@belfastcc
City Hall. Massive thanks to Piia and her team for making the place look amazing. Open Monday-Friday 8.30-5pm so please call in and say hello
#socent
#foodwithpurpose
So, I’m zoomed out! Today I’d my first walking meeting since lockdown. No video, just a good old phone call and earphones. Early morning walk into town and back and it feels great! Thanks for the suggestion
@Kmarshall2Kate
I attended the funeral of a much loved Uncle today in Swatragh. It's times like today when I feel very homesick for Co.Derry. I love city life but the feeling of community and kinship during Irish wakes and funerals shows the very best in us ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Well it looks like
@marksandspencer
are trying to compete with
@lovelyloaf
We've been doing our handmade, locally sourced foot long sausage rolls for years and we just spotted this today. Wouldn't it be better for them to get us in your supply chain guys?
@CB_PRandPA
#socent
It’s official! Virgin Trains introduces JAM card for customers with communication difficulties. Welcome to the JAMCard family
@VirginTrains
@NOW_Group
@Dianehill156
Here’s a sneaky peak at our new pottery range from
@lovelyloaf
pottery. Aren’t they cute? They’d make a great housewarming or corporate gift. Full range available soon
#potterywithpurpose
#socent
On another note, we had a tasting for
@lovelyloaf
summer menu today. It’s not the first time I’ve said it but I have THE best job! No food was wasted in the making of this tweet
#foodwithpurpose
I'm going to have to hold on tight to my newest
@lovelyloaf
#pottery
mug. Just heard the limited edition Kingfisher colour is nearly sold out already!!!
Me and himself in Belfast today. We skirted around the edges, bought local and even had time for a mulled wine. Keep safe but
#buylocal
and
#buysocial
.
Half term lunch packs ready to go out from
@lovelyloaf
today. Piia and her team at Grosvenor Road are doing an amazing job supporting families who are struggling at this time.
Today my heart is full. At
@NOW_Group
Graduation we celebrated qualifications, jobs and dreams coming true. In the words of our amazing parent speaker Pat, it's time to "open the door" as the potential for people with different abilities is endless.
This beautiful building has been housing
@lovelyloaf
for 5 years this June. Our team has been working away behind the doors throughout this pandemic. Tomorrow the doors are opening again for takeaway and delivery.
#foodwithpurpose
A very good article by
@fotoole
in yesterday’s
@IrishTimes
that also applies to Belfast. We must invest in making our historical buildings and districts sustainable and vibrant rather than always looks for the next shiny new thing with no soul.
No drama here. Shopped at my local fruit and veg shop and got everything I wanted. He tells me aubergines are way too expensive which suits me fine as they’re my least favourite veg. Shop local and social every time you can. They need you now more than ever.
This is what
@lovelyloaf
are about. We focus on quality, impact and how we make people feel. The staff of the
#RVH
are one of the reasons this site is thriving after nearly 5 years trading. You support us, we support and appreciate you, simple
#values
Thanks for sharing
@BrianRCN
So, this award is a special one for a very special team
@NOW_Group
Our people live our values and this team especially. 86 qualifications and 51 jobs since April is hard to argue with. Real impact and great fun, every day!
#SocEntNIAwards2018
Right! That’s enough photos of empty supermarket shelves. Off with you to your local shops and businesses who’ve plenty of product and who’s profits support local families and our communities. We’re in this together.
Shopped local and social today and got everything I needed. Got my daily coffee fix
@lovelyloaf
, got my groceries (including toilet roll) at my local Eurospar and all the veg we needed at the local greengrocers. AND they delivered!!! Time to change how we shop for good.
So glad to catch up with Ian today as we begin to bring our participants back safely to
@lovelyloaf
What a way to kick off, with a royal visit
@ulstermuseum
Here we are waiting on Ian meeting them.
We're the first travel company outside of Northern Ireland to introduce JAM cards for our customers with communication barriers. Standing for 'Just a Minute', the card can be presented by anyone with a ‘hidden disability’ to show they need more time to communicate with our team.
1000 qualifications delivered this year!!!! As we face an uncertain future with no clarity about who will fund our sector post March please be assured that
@NOW_Group
has THE most amazing team continuing to deliver every single day for people with disabilities.
Our fingers are crossed for kind weather and al-fresco pizzas from Thursday-Sunday in our lovely garden in Crawfordsburn. But we’ll have indoor seating and a collection/delivery service for you, too.
Head to for our full menu and more details.
Help us spread the word. Loaf Pottery reopens tomorrow at noon for takeaway and collection. Spent today in Crawfordsburn and it’s still a very special place. Please do call by and say hello!
@lovelyloaf
#socent
This week we're welcoming 15 new staff into the
@NOW_Group
and
@lovelyloaf
team AND I've loved writing these cards for staff who've gained a promotion, taken on additional responsibility or just been bloody amazing! We're ready to expand our services with impact.
Channelling positive vibes this morning from
@lovelyloaf
as we face into the unknown but, I'm in my favourite seat and we'll tackle whatever comes our way
#values
#inclusion
#jobs
Behind the scenes lots of amazing people are helping
@lovelyloaf
sites get their final touch ups before reopening this week. Here's our Grosvenor Road site yesterday
#buildbacksocial
I spent this afternoon
@lovelyloaf
pottery in Crawfordsburn finalising design for new products with the team. Vases, jugs, butter-dishes and espresso sets going into production. You can pre-order online with new stock being added each week
Sitting in my favourite seat
@lovelyloaf
Grosvenor Rd today and I'm so proud of what we've done here. It's a really difficult time for the industry just now so a special thanks to all our amazing staff trying their very hardest. It's appreciated
#peoplewithpurpose
Here’s my home working photo of the day. We’re still juggling, periods of it working and lots of settling in. What I’ve learned is you can’t do it all and that’s OK. You are doing a good job, keep going!
Called into
@lovelyloaf
today and was greeted by the lovely Natasha. She tells me she's so happy to be back. We're training 200 people with disabilities to take up jobs in the hospitality and catering sector. If we can help you just contact
@NOW_Group
Honestly, today was the best
@NOW_Group
staff celebration I have ever been at. I leave for the weekend feeling energised about this team delivering our ambitious new 3 year growth and impact ambitions. It's definitely a
#jobwithpurpose
Our amazing team
@NOW_Group
got two more paid jobs for our participants today and that’s brightened a bad day. A local farmer dropped off bags of spuds
@lovelyloaf
for our community meals AND Someone has offered to bake some buns. We are so much better than we seem on the news.
Happy red face tonight as I ran 28 mins in trainjng for
@Naomhbridclg
C25k. Our 10 year old son ran with me and that's one of the reasons I signed up in the first place. He said he wanted to run with his Mum and he just did!!!!
I spent today in one of my favourite spaces
@lovelyloaf
Grosvenor Rd. We’ll be 4 years trading in June and going from strength to strength. Somethings are just worth doing
#buysocial
#impact
What an emotional day as we celebrate
@DublinCityUni
becoming Ireland’s 1st
#JAMCard
friendly University. Staff and students so excited about rolling it out across the campus. Looking forward with a continued collaboration with
@NOW_Group
@LeeannUKelly
& David
What a lovely surprise to be walking past and spot this
@NIElectricity
campaign celebrating their partnership with
@NOW_Group
and JAM Card. It's time to recognise the spending power of disable people and thei families
#inclusion
#ability
I was lucky enough to be in
@NOW_Group
office today when two more participants were confirmed into paid jobs. What a buzz! I’m so proud of our team delivering amazing impact!
#ability
#jobs
#impact
We're delighted to welcome
@lovelyloaf
social enterprise café to the Ulster American Folk Park. Drop in this Easter for some lunch or delicious home baked treats!
Just found this photo in my albums and am delighted to say two of these amazing men are now in paid jobs and one is training towards a qualification
@lovelyloaf
Now that’s progression!
@now_group
@conor93564864
@PaulineF_NOW
Amazing feedback today
@belfastcc
on Piia
@lovelyloaf
team (pictured with Natasha) and how they have catered for special functions this week. "The food and service was top class!". In difficult times hearing our team getting the recognition they deserve is a tonic
So glad we can share the news -
@NOW_Group
chosen as
@DeloitteUK_1M
#socialenterprise
partner to support the next stage of our growth. We’ve developed a really impactful relationship over the past 3 years. Imagine what the next 2 years will bring!!
@DeloitteNI
We are delighted that we will be continuing our work with
@DeloitteUK_1M
, supporting their
#1MFutures
goal to make an impact on one million people’s futures. 👏
The best Valentine’s gift of all is seeing
@lovelyloaf
mug in BLUSH featured in todays
@TheSundayIndo
This little
#socent
is really growing and I couldn’t be prouder to be honest.
Taste tests ongoing for
@lovelyloaf
new takeaway and delivery menu. Lots of new healthy options and plenty of treats too. Didn’t I tell you I have THE best job? Online soon.