08
JAN
2021

Family Addiction Support Network (FASN): supports

The Family Addiction Support Network (FASN) is a dedicated support service for Family members / concerned persons who are impacted by loved one’s substance misuse. In these extremely difficult times we are very aware of the challenges our service users will be dealing with so we...
08
JAN
2021

Minister Humphreys announces over €15.4 million in funding for 147 rural towns and villages

Funding aimed at helping communities respond to COVID-19 Focus on developing outdoor amenities and enhancing public spaces Emphasis on supporting Remote Working in rural communities   Friday, 8 January 2021 Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD,...
07
JAN
2021

Irish Hospice Foundation announces new grant scheme to support creativity in the community during COVID-19

Today, we announced our new IHF Seed Grant Scheme to inspire and support creative responses to the themes of dying, death and bereavement during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Covid-related grief and loss have had a significant effect on all ages, all counties and all sectors leaving...
06
JAN
2021

New Level 5 Measures: 6th January 2021

https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/2dc71-level-5/    Your guide to the changes Activity Guidance Schools Closed until 1 Feb with some specific exceptions for 6th year Leaving Cert students, special education and specialised settings Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) The...
06
JAN
2021

Boyne Valley Drive Public Consultation

Fáilte Ireland has appointed a multi-disciplinary team to review the established Boyne Valley Drive and its wider landscape setting to advise on opportunities to help make it a world class experiential route that celebrates both the heritage assets and the wider Boyne Valley...
06
JAN
2021

Art and Ageing Spring Programme from the Irish Museum of Modern Art

Please find details below on the free Art and Ageing Spring Programme from the Irish Museum of Modern Art.  The project is funded through The Creative Ireland.   Talking Art Printed Resources This new programme encourages active engagement and conversation, prompting...
06
JAN
2021

Minister Heather Humphreys announces funding of €1 million for TidyTowns groups

Press Release: 24th December 2020   Minister Heather Humphreys announces funding of €1 million for TidyTowns groups Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has today (24 December 2020) announced funding of €1 million to help TidyTowns groups to...
06
JAN
2021

Contacts for Support Services

Support for older people Alone  0818 222 024– Helpline open 8am-8pm for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to Coronavirus Third Age Senior Line 1800 80 45 91– free phone service open 10am to 10pm Alzheimer Society of Ireland  1800 341 341- ...
23
DEC
2020

2021 Tusla Participation Seed Funding – Applications OPEN

Tusla are now inviting funding applications for the Tusla Participation Initiatives for Children & Young People and Parenting for 2021. For each Management area there is seed funding of €13,000 available for Child and Youth Participation initiatives and seed funding ...
22
DEC
2020

Ireland is moving to Level 5: Update 22nd December 2020

https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/2dc71-level-5/ Activity From 24 December From 27 December From 1 January Visitors to your home 2 other households max 1 other household max No visitors Travel outside your county Yes No – except to return home after Christmas No Restaurants...