The Mission operates in an area of considerable deprivation. On the Multiple Deprivation Measure Ballymacarrett has an overall rank of 10 out of 890 wards in Northern Ireland in terms of employment, health education and poverty.
In response to such need East Belfast Mission has developed a range of services helping to meet the needs of children, young people, people who are homeless and/or unemployed, the elderly and families. The various services and programmes offered include:
Homelessness Service – Hosford House - a 22-bed hostel for people who are experiencing homelessness
Employability Service – Stepping Stone – information, advice and guidance on employment opportunities, training and education
Mission Café
Meals on Wheels service - for local housebound individuals
Youth and Community Work - reaching out to children and young people through arts and events, and creating partnerships with community organisations and individuals
Pastoral care and Counselling
re:store charity shops - providing nearly new clothing and furniture at a low cost to the people of the area
