people and parents in mind. We

recognise the importance of sexual

health for all young people today

and suggest it is important that you

“Know your Stuff”. This booklet is

not intended to be a comprehensive

answer to all the topics covered but

rather a starting point with information

on topics such as relationships;

puberty; reproductive system,

sexuality; consent; on-line safety and

contraception to name but a few.

We have included links to other

resources where you can access further

information about each topic covered

in the booklet.

We hope you enjoy reading the booklet

as much as we enjoyed putting it

together. Hopefully you will learn

something new from it or it may even

answer some questions you may have.

Lets get the conversation started...

Fatherhood Project Next Steps:  How you can use these Resources?

• Visit the Erasmus+ Fatherhood Partner Website:  https://fatherhoodproject.eu/

• Follow the Fatherhood Project on Social Media: Follow on LinkedIn and Facebook

• Access all the Resources (Modules, Best Practices, Activities) by logging in to the Moodle Platform https://fatherhoodproject.eu/fatherhood-platform/
  (*Instructions on logging in to platform are on slide #24 on attached slides).  Please use these Resources with father groups you work with.

• Participate in the Pilot: review the Training Programme Website, Moodle Platform and Resources and provide your feedback by completing a short online feedback survey.

• Spread the word: talk to Fathers, community-based organisations, policy makers etc to explain how they can get involved. We believe this project can be part of the solution and can have an impact on systemic change for fathers in Ireland and Europe.

• Reach out and network with members of the National Reference Group who contributed to this project:  
  An Cosán, Childhood Development Initiative (CDI), From Lads to Dads, Men’s Development Network, One Family, Preparing for Life, Tiglin, Treoir

Find out more:

• Presentation Slides from Launch: I attach a copy of the slides from the event and a version with the notes, it may help to provide more information. 

• Launch Photos: You can view the full album of photos on Facebook from the Launch Event here.

• Launch Recording: A recording of the event will be available on the Fatherhood Project YouTube Channel/ Project Website in the near future.

Fatherhood project | An Erasmus+ KA2 project

Tulsa have also developed a number of modules for strengthening your connection with your child entitled Relationships are Key. 

https://www.tusla.ie/parenting-24-seven/relationships-are-key/ 

Relationships are Key Tusla - Child and Family Agency

In addition to this, the programme also offers two parenting supports; 'Supporting an Anxious Child' and 'Supporting an Anxious Teen'. Please link attached for details.

Our professional services are based on a resilience model and provide children, young people and families with therapeutic support during difficult or traumatic times in their lives. The aim of the service is to build resilience and increase the young person’s coping skills. We can meet children and young people at a place where they are most comfortable, which could be online, in your home, a local community centre or their school. 

We start our work by assessing the needs of the young person then we develop a personal plan with clear goals which we will work through during our weekly sessions. The work can last for a few months and we regularly talk to the young person’s parents or caregivers  to discuss progress. We often support Parents and or caregivers also who may be experiencing difficulties in their parenting. The service is free to everyone.

Our professional services are based on a resilience model and provide children, young people and families with therapeutic support during difficult or traumatic times in their lives. The aim of the service is to build resilience and increase the young person’s coping skills. We can meet children and young people at a place where they are most comfortable, which could be online, in your home, a local community centre or their school. 

We start our work by assessing the needs of the young person then we develop a personal plan with clear goals which we will work through during our weekly sessions. The work can last for a few months and we regularly talk to the young person’s parents or caregivers  to discuss progress. We often support Parents and or caregivers also who may be experiencing difficulties in their parenting. The service is free to everyone.

Our professional services are based on a resilience model and provide children, young people and families with therapeutic support during difficult or traumatic times in their lives. The aim of the service is to build resilience and increase the young person’s coping skills. We can meet children and young people at a place where they are most comfortable, which could be online, in your home, a local community centre or their school. 

We start our work by assessing the needs of the young person then we develop a personal plan with clear goals which we will work through during our weekly sessions. The work can last for a few months and we regularly talk to the young person’s parents or caregivers  to discuss progress. We often support Parents and or caregivers also who may be experiencing difficulties in their parenting. The service is free to everyone.

Topic Generator: https://talklistenlearn.webwise.ie/

 Instagram:

Instagram Family Centre provides tools for parents and carers to supervise their teenager’s account, including staying up to date with who follows them, and who they follow, and view their daily time spent on the app, and set daily time limits.

More information on this is available here: 

https://familycenter.instagram.com/dashboard/

https://familycenter.instagram.com/uk/

 TikTok:

TikTok has Family Pairing options which allows parents/carers and their teenagers to set up safety settings based on their individual needs. This includes restricting content that may not be appropriate; selecting privacy settings on the TikTok account; restricting Direct Messages; setting screen time limits; and other useful tools.

TikTok Family Pairing: 

https://support.tiktok.com/en/safety-hc/account-and-user-safety/user-safety#4

https://support.tiktok.com/en/account-and-privacy/account-information/screen-time
Snapchat: 

The Snapchat Family Centre provides tools for parents/carers to supervise who their teenager is interacting with.

https://help.snapchat.com/hc/en-us/articles/7121384944788-What-is-Family-Center- 

 Apple, Google, and Microsoft are among those that provide parental controls to allow parents to manage their child's privacy settings, approve or block apps that your child, set time limits, manage your child's account and data settings, and manage app downloads and purchases.

 Apple:

https://www.apple.com/uk/families/
Google Family Link:

https://families.google/familylink/
https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/10315823 - YouTube Kids and/or supervised experience on YouTube.
Microsoft:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-ie/microsoft-365/family-safety
Amazon Fire: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GG2LBLF5V2T8XUX8

The popular games consoles also offer free parental controls and easy step by step guides to setting them up, including:

Xbox: xbox.com/en-IE/parental-controls

Playstation: https://www.playstation.com/en-ie/parental-controls/

Nintendo Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/switch/parental-controls/
Many internet service providers also offer parental control. Some of the following links may be useful:

Virgin Media: https://www.virginmedia.ie/broadband/learn-about-broadband/parentalcontrols/
Vodafone: https://securenet.vodafone.ie/. 

DigiWeb: https://digiweb.ie/parental-controls/

Jane McGarrigle

Project Officer - Webwise,

Talent Garden,

Claremont Avenue,

Glasnevin,

Dublin 9

t: 087 708 1792

email janemcgarrigle@pdst.ie

www.webwise.ie 

Monaghan: kristahamilton@cmetb.ie / 087 742 4038

Cavan: raquelmonterocalero@cmetb.ie / 087 908 0835

This includes our new service located in the Carrickmacross Primary Care Centre.

Pieta also have additional services located in Castleblaney Child and Family Centre and Clones Primary Care Centre providing support to the people of Co. Monaghan.

HSE support has also allowed Pieta to expand our service based in Hampton Court, Cavan Town, where qualified and accredited therapists are now available three days per week.

Pieta provides free professional counselling and support to children, teenagers and adults who are experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harming and those who are bereaved by suicide.

All of Pieta’s therapy services are facilitated by fully qualified, accredited therapists.

No referral is required to ask Pieta for support, anyone who would like to arrange an assessment can call us on 0818 111126.

Pieta also provides a free 24/7 helpline to those in crisis. Anyone who requires support in a crisis can call Pieta on 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444 to speak to a fully qualified accredited Pieta therapist.

Pieta continues to provide support to families and communities who have been bereaved by suicide. This is facilitated by our Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer (SBLO), Maria McBrien who can be contacted on 085-8706591.

Pieta Services Cavan and Monaghan

The series features exclusive videos, podcasts and articles with Performance and Well-being coach Alan O’Mara, along with Rory O’Connor, Leanne Kiernan and David Balfe. 

Scroll down, search ‘Real Talks’ on whatever podcast platform you prefer or subscribe by clicking on any of the below. 

If additional help is needed, your GP is your first point of contact in relation to both physical and mental health needs. If you, or someone you know is in crisis, contact your GP or contact North East Doc on Call on 1800 777 911 during out of hours (evening and weekends), or if you are really concerned, go to the Emergency Department in Cavan General Hospital.

The Bounce Back UBU Youth Service is a youth centered service operated collaboratively by the ISPCC and Youth Work Ireland Cavan Monaghan that works with young people aged 10 – 24 years. We work on an ethos of voluntary participation, where each individual is respected and valued; We aim to support young people who have identified needs and may be experiencing challenges or adversity in their lives to help them reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. We provide a range of services for young people including: One to one support, Advocacy, Group work, Drop-in support, Detached youth work, Outreach, Support of volunteers. The Bounce Back UBU Youth Service is funded by the Department of Children UBU - Your Place, Your Space targeted youth funding scheme, through Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB). Through the various Programmes of work the young people are supported with: Communication skills Confidence and Agency Planning and Problem Solving Relationships Creativity and Imagination Resilience and Determination Emotional Intelligence

ONE TO ONE RURAL RESILIENCE SERVICE:

087 3533070

YOUTH GROUPS AND DETACHED:

087 768 4757

eamon@ywicm.ie

0861901358

Cavan

jennifer@ywicm.ie

0861901359

https://www.cmetb.ie/journeys/

Example activities

Sport & Fitness

Cooking

Driving Theory

Art

Beauty

Teamwork

CV Building

Interview prep

Job applications

Adult education

Whatever your interest -

we will do our best to

accommodate you.

Contact: 087 341 0594

Cavan: Wednesday Teach Oscail, 31 Church St, Abbeyland, Cavan, H12H049 3pm - 5pm

Contact: 087 390 3894

Tusla is committed to delivering and implementing an aftercare service for young people and young adults which is responsive, inclusive and relevant to each young person’s circumstances. Our aim is to provide an equitable, holistic and integrated service to young people and young adults to support their changing needs and their pathway to adulthood. 

The information on this website is aimed at providing young people and  young adults with care experience information on our aftercare services

Cavan Monaghan Aftercare Services

The first Thursday of Every Month from 1pm - 2pm

To Register contact your PHN in Cavan/Monaghan or scan QR Code shown

Venue: Virginia Church of Ireland Hall

How to get started To participate in this programme, your parent/carer/schoolteacher or trusted adult will need to refer you by completing a simple form. We will then be in touch to get you started on the programme. To find out more, please contact our support line between 9am and 1pm Monday to Friday on: T: 01 522 4300 W: visit ispcc.ie E: spacefromanxiety@ ispcc.ie

How it works: Individuals can access all the modules online whenever they wish. They will have a supporter assigned from our Childline services team, who will link in with them regularly to support them in completing the programme. The programmes are financially supported by the HSE National Office for Suicide Prevention, as part of Connecting for Life, Ireland’s National Strategy to Reduce Suicide. To find out more, please contact our support line between 9am and 1pm Monday to Friday on: T: 01 522 4300 W: visit ispcc.ie E: spacefromanxiety@ ispcc.ie

eamon@ywicm.ie

0861901358

Cavan

jennifer@ywicm.ie

0861901359

https://www.cmetb.ie/journeys/

Example activities

Sport & Fitness

Cooking

Driving Theory

Art

Beauty

Teamwork

CV Building

Interview prep

Job applications

Adult education

Whatever your interest -

we will do our best to

accommodate you.

To receive free sessions, a Ukrainian needs register on the website mymind.org/join and write an email "I want to receive free sessions for Ukrainians" to office@mymind.org 

The link has step-by-step instructions in Ukrainian from their website

This toolkit offers comprehensive and up-to-date information on e-cigarettes and other nicotine delivery systems, specifically designed for those working with young people. It provides detailed explanations of these devices, their health effects, environmental impact, and the reasons for concern regarding youth vaping. Additionally, it offers strategies for addressing this issue in conversations with young people.

The toolkit includes 10 adaptable lesson plans that can be seamlessly integrated into existing health behaviour programmes. These lessons are also suitable for teachers and anyone working with young people. While primarily a prevention tool, the toolkit is also valuable for engaging with young people who are currently vaping or using other nicotine delivery systems.

You can order or download the resource from www.healthpromotion.ie. A print ready version and accompanying PowerPoint slides for some of the lessons are also available to download from the HSE Tobacco Free Ireland resources page.

We hope this toolkit will be a valuable addition to your efforts in promoting health and well-being among young people.

This toolkit offers comprehensive and up-to-date information on e-cigarettes and other nicotine delivery systems, specifically designed for those working with young people. It provides detailed explanations of these devices, their health effects, environmental impact, and the reasons for concern regarding youth vaping. Additionally, it offers strategies for addressing this issue in conversations with young people.

The toolkit includes 10 adaptable lesson plans that can be seamlessly integrated into existing health behaviour programmes. These lessons are also suitable for teachers and anyone working with young people. While primarily a prevention tool, the toolkit is also valuable for engaging with young people who are currently vaping or using other nicotine delivery systems.

You can order or download the resource from www.healthpromotion.ie. A print ready version and accompanying PowerPoint slides for some of the lessons are also available to download from the HSE Tobacco Free Ireland resources page.

We hope this toolkit will be a valuable addition to your efforts in promoting health and well-being among young people.

Seek out accurate information about grief and loss.

Be patient and gentle with yourself as you grieve.

Acknowledge the extent of your loss.

Allow yourself to cope and to grieve in a way that suits you.

Try to sleep well, eat well and take gentle exercise.

Accept emotional and practical support from friends and family.

Try not to make major or rash decisions while you grieve.

Talk to your GP if you feel you need further support.

Useful Resources www.hse.ie/grief Further suggested reading is available from our Thérèse Brady Library, library@hospicefoundation.ie Bereavement & Loss Hub www.bereaved.ie Bereavement Support Line Freephone 1800 80 70 77. Available Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm. In partnership with the HSE. Produced by Irish Hospice Foundation’s Bereavement Education & Resource Centre info@hospicefoundation.ie (01) 679 3188 www.hospicefoundation.ie Registered 114617 CHY6830. Registered 20013554 A joint initiative by HSE and IHF in response to COVID 19.

Useful Resources www.hse.ie/grief Irish Hospice Foundation Further suggested reading is available from our Thérèse Brady Library, library@hospicefoundation.ie Bereavement & Loss Hub www.bereaved.ie Bereavement Support Line Freephone 1800 80 70 77. Available Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm. In partnership with the HSE. Produced by Irish Hospice Foundation’s Bereavement Education & Resource Centre info@hospicefoundation.ie (01) 679 3188 www.hospicefoundation.ie Registered 114617 CHY6830. Registered 20013554 A joint initiative by HSE and IHF in response to COVID 19.

The initiative is spreading as every local GAA club in County Cavan received their Health and Wellbeing Supports Board earlier this year and Monaghan GAA Health and Wellbeing Committee also embraced the initiative and launched their Boards from the VBC Monaghan GAA Centre of Excellence on 24^th October.

The Boards have been co-produced by Mental Health Ireland, HSE Connecting for Life Cavan Monaghan, Cavan GAA, Cavan County Council, Cavan Library, Healthy Cavan, Cavan Sports Partnership and CYPSC Cavan to remind people of the ways we can look after and improve our wellbeing and also remind us all that support is available.

The Boards feature the Five Ways to Wellbeing and also signpost services and supports available. The QR code on the Board brings you to the Wellbeing Supports Page hosted by Healthy Cavan at Cavan County Council. Please view the page and share this link to promote awareness: Wellbeing Supports - Cavan County Council (cavancoco.ie)

The Board also features on Farm TV at Ballyjamesduff Livestock Mart for November and December. Work is well underway in preparing a Farmer Wellbeing Board with the expectation that it will be launched from Ballyjamesduff Mart before the end of the year. The Farmer Wellbeing Boards are being co-produced by colleagues in Teagasc, Mental Health Ireland and HSE Connecting for Life Cavan Monaghan and Louth Meath.

Training is available to complement the installation of the Wellbeing Boards in the various communities. This includes Five Ways to Wellbeing from Mental Health Ireland and Understanding Self harm, safeTALK, ASIST from HSE Connecting For Life Cavan Monaghan.

Should any groups wish to avail of training or discuss the Wellbeing Board initiative, please contact myself or Kim in MHI (kim@mentalhealthireland.ie)

A skilled team of practitioners who are non-judgemental and passionate in supporting Young People. We value and respect diversity, cultures and languages and MaCYSS will work with Young People to eliminate any blocks in accessing our support. Did you know that by law a Young Person under 18yrs will need consent from their parents/guardians to attend MaCYSS. However, MaCYSS support for a Young Person can also be requested by a trusted adult through most approved local services i.e. schools, Youth Services, family, primary care, etc

What do we do?

With a Young Persons (12-18yrs) consent we give support when alcohol and other drug (AOD) use may be affecting their lives.

How to find us.

Phone: 085 744 2857

Mon – Fri 9.30am to 4.30pm (Closed 1 pm-2pm)

Email: macyss@alcoholforum.org

www.macysshub.ie

Visit: www.alcoholforum/macyss

Click on link below to watch an Online Safety Webinar for Parents with Dr. Colman Noctor.

https://www.webwise.ie/parents/talklistenlearn-online-safety-webinar-for-parents-with-dr-colman-noctor/

Videos, Webinars and Podcasts with tips and Strategies available for Parents of Children 0-18 years.

The Parent Hub, Donegal was set up in 2013 by the Donegal Children’s Services Committee to look at Parent Support Needs in County Donegal. The Hub is made up of different Community and Statutory Services who are involved in supporting parents in Donegal at different levels, including Parentstop, Lifestart Services, Families Matter, Springboard, Family Resource Centers, the Teen Parenting Support Programme, Ante Natal Services, Public Health Nursing Service, Child and Family Agency and the Home School Liaison Service.

This video created by Cavan Youth Participation Group highlights Safety when using the Internet

Please see attached list of Numbers and Supports available.

https://vimeo.com/1039697470/ae339fb46d?share=copy

To receive free sessions, a Ukrainian needs register on the website mymind.org/join and write an email "I want to receive free sessions for Ukrainians" to office@mymind.org 

The link has step-by-step instructions in Ukrainian from their website

nicole.cassidy@mqi.ie

0494379160 

Telephone Number: 047 74655

Email: youthrive@hse.ie

Contact Number: 1800 111 888

https://audioboom.com/channels/5013394

https:// www2.hse.ie/healthy-you/minding-your-wellbeing-programme.html

www.stresscontrol.ie

www.mymentalhealthrecovery.com

www.mentalhealthireland.ie

www.suicideorsurvive.ie

www.translateireland.ie

Supporting Parents to Support Families

Contact Joanne Mc Cabe - Parenting Cavan Coordinator:

M: 087 752 9948

E: parentingcavan@ccld.ie

W: www.parentingcavan.ie

The Project seeks to create a common vision and shared responsibility among services in supporting the recovery of children. At the core of the TLC KIDZ Project is the TLC KIDZ Programme.

This is a 12 week group work programme for children and their mothers who have experienced domestic abuse. The children’s group and mother’s group run concurrently on the same week and cater for children aged between 5-17 years old.

School Avoidance Resource Pack

Information for schools, students and parents/guardians and carers

A collaboration between Cavan and Monaghan,

CMETB Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board,

Cavan CYPSC, Monaghan CYPSC, TESS, PPFS Cavan and Monaghan,

CAMHS, NEPS and HSE Primary Care Psychology

• One to One Support

• Access to Free Educational Programs specifically for Family Members

• Low Cost Counselling

• Access to Weekly Peer Support Groups

Contact: 087 904 6405 / www.fasn.ie

Confidential and Free

Contact: 087 904 6405 / www.fasn.ie

• Access to Peer Support Groups

• One to One Support Groups

• Educational Programmes

• Counselling

• Wellbeing and Educational Workshops

• Access to Peer Support Groups

• One to One Support Groups

• Educational Programmes

• Counselling

• Wellbeing and Educational Workshops

This is a youth led project and we will initially work with you on a 1:1 basis to establish the skills you already have, what will benefit you and support you to achieve your own goals.

Contact Maggie Reilly: 086 204 1187 / maggie@ywicm.ie

This is a youth led project and we will initially work with you on a 1:1 basis to establish the skills you already have, what will benefit you and support you to achieve your own goals.

Contact Maggie Reilly: 086 204 1187 / maggie@ywicm.ie

Copies will be available from all Local Libraries

people and parents in mind. We

recognise the importance of sexual

health for all young people today

and suggest it is important that you

“Know your Stuff”. This booklet is

not intended to be a comprehensive

answer to all the topics covered but

rather a starting point with information

on topics such as relationships;

puberty; reproductive system,

sexuality; consent; on-line safety and

contraception to name but a few.

A proven home-based programme for parents focused on child nurture, protection and development.

We are currently open for referrals to The Growing Child. The programme offers home based support to parents anytime from pre-birth up until their child reaches becomes 3 or 5 years old.

For more information and the Lifestart referral form contact:

Kathleen: 086 7944 973 / kathleenlifestart@ncn.ie

Sinead: 083 817 7280 / sineadlifestart@ncn.ie

Kerri: 083 135 9608 / kerrilifestart@ncn.ie

A proven home-based programme for parents focused on child nurture, protection and development.

We are currently open for referrals to The Growing Child. The programme offers home based support to parents anytime from pre-birth up until their child reaches becomes 3 or 5 years old.

For more information and the Lifestart referral form contact:

Kathleen: 086 7944 973 / kathleenlifestart@ncn.ie

Sinead: 083 817 7280 / sineadlifestart@ncn.ie

Kerri: 083 135 9608 / kerrilifestart@ncn.ie

This series of short videos have been created specifically for teenagers. They provide helpful information about coping with common mental health difficulties, and where you can go if you need some support.

Please scan QR Code or:

Or send submissions to: Department of Health, Mental Health Unit, Block 1, Miesian Plaza, 50-58 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin, D02 XW14.

share their ideas and make choices

share their thoughts, feelings, likes, dislikes and worries

recognise their views matter

know they are listened to

support their sense of belonging

develop confidence and self-worth

develop their communication skills

four elements have a rational chronological order

Volunteering with HUGG:

If you are further along in your bereavement journey, you may wish to consider volunteering with us to become a support group facilitator.

Men's Development Network

FREEPHONE: 1800 816 588

Hours:

Mon: 10am - 8pm

Tues: 12pm - 8pm

Wed: 10am - 8pm

Thurs: 12pm - 8pm

Fri: 2pm - 8pm

Sat: 2pm - 6pm

Sun: 2pm - 6pm

Bank Hols: 2pm - 6pm

mal@mensnetwork.ie

mensnetwork.ie/mal

• We help parents who are not married to each other better understand complex family law issues, specifically access and custody, maintenance and guardianship, we also promote shared parenting and provide parenting tips to help parents develop good parenting relationships.

• We believe children born to unmarried parents should have the same rights as those born to married parents.

• We believe that children have a right to be loved and cared for by both parents, where possible.

• We advocate for changes in the constitution to ensure that that all parents have the same rights regardless of their marital status or gender.

• We develop policies to influence and advance the reform of the Family Law system.

• We campaign for a systematic review of how public services and social welfare is delivered to reflect the changing family structures of the 21st century.

nine organisations in Northern Ireland and the border

counties of Ireland, supported by the EU’s PEACEPLUS

Programme, managed by SEUPB

GET IN TOUCH: Roberta.Johnson@playboard.co.uk OR +44 28 9080 3380

https://www.playboard.org/resources/our-generation

https://ourgeneration-cyp.com

IPS is open to anybody who uses the community mental health service who wishes to have a job, but needs some support to do so.

IPS Employment Specialist for Cavan - Zoë Fee

Contact Number - 087 465 4378

an out-of-school personal development

programme for 12-15 year olds.

For young people who:

Want to be part of a youth group.

Want to gain confidence, learn new skills

and have fun.

Are struggling with aspects of their life.

Please contact:

Monaghan:

Amy 086 204 3999 amy.sidiropoulos@foroige.ie

Cavan:

Elaine 086 190 1139

elaine.smith@foroige.ie

Every second Tuesday evening via Zoom Facilitated by trained young adult volunteers with a lived experience of suicide bereavement To join visit www.hugg.ie and complete the ‘Join a HUGG Group’ form We will call you to answer any questions

support@hugg.ie

www.hugg.ie

01 513 4048

Monaghan Out Service, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan

Cavan Outreach Service, Cavan Town Co. Cavan

Call to book an appointment: 0818 1111 26

24/7 Helpline: 1800 247 247

Pieta Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer – Cavan Monaghan Maria McBrien, (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) 📱085 870 6591  maria.mcbrien@pieta.ie

HSE Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention Cavan Monaghan Emer Mulligan 📱 086 1717 563  emer.mulligan@hse.ie

Out of Hours Support: 

• Pieta 24 hour free phone crisis helpline on 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444.  Samaritans, Freephone 116 123 or visit www.samaritans.ie 

• Text about it, text HELLO to 50808, visit www.textaboutit.ie

• ISPCC Childline Freephone Helpline 1800 66 66 66 or www.childline.ie live chat 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

HUGG Suicide Bereavement Support Group:

For more information on attending a HUGG group Telephone 01 513 4048 monitored answering machine Email support@hugg.ie HUGG also have an online support group for adults and one specifically for young people between 18 and 25 years. See www.HUGG.ie for more information.

Pieta Suicide Bereavement Liaison Officer (SBLO):

Maria McBrien Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday Telephone 085 870 6591 Email maria.mcbrien@pieta.ie

To order the Safe Harbour storybook and guide, or to access an audiobook, podcast, worksheets, and other resources, scan the QR code or visit: www.childhoodbereavement.ie/safeharbour

Start Date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025

FRCs provide, deliver and facilitate the following activities:

• Information, advice, and support to target groups and families, and information concerning the range of services and development options available locally and advice on accessing rights and entitlements;

• Onward referrals to mainstream service providers;

• Education courses and training opportunities to support personal growth and skills development;

• Establishment and maintenance of new community groups to meet local needs and deliver services at the local level (e.g., childcare facilities, after-school clubs, men's groups, etc.);

• Counselling and support services to individuals and groups;

• Creating capacity and leadership within communities;

• Personal and group development opportunities;

• Providing practical assistance to individuals and community groups, such as access to information technology and office facilities

FRCs provide, deliver and facilitate the following activities:

• Information, advice, and support to target groups and families, and information concerning the range of services and development options available locally and advice on accessing rights and entitlements;

• Onward referrals to mainstream service providers;

• Education courses and training opportunities to support personal growth and skills development;

• Establishment and maintenance of new community groups to meet local needs and deliver services at the local level (e.g., childcare facilities, after-school clubs, men's groups, etc.);

• Counselling and support services to individuals and groups;

• Creating capacity and leadership within communities;

• Personal and group development opportunities;

• Providing practical assistance to individuals and community groups, such as access to information technology and office facilities

The Changing Lives Initiative: Flourish & Thrive project will be rolling out a range of programmes in your area from September. In preparation for this, our team is delivering a small number of pilot programmes during July and August and we are currently seeking parents to participate in same. Programmes are open to families in Counties Louth, Cavan, Monaghan and adjacent border area.

To express an interest, please email changinglives@archways.ie

Further information on the Project and the Programmes offered will become available over the Summer on www.changinglivesinitiative.com

Open conversation

Strategies for staying safe

Safe space to learn and reflect

Free of charge

Designed for small groups For more information or to book a workshop please contact us on info@srcc.ie Jan.melia@srcc.ie Or Telephone our office – 071 9171188 Workshops developed and designed by Sligo Rape Crisis Centre With support from Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education & Training Board

Open conversation

Strategies for staying safe

Safe space to learn and reflect

Free of charge

Designed for small groups For more information or to book a workshop please contact us on info@srcc.ie Jan.melia@srcc.ie Or Telephone our office – 071 9171188 Workshops developed and designed by Sligo Rape Crisis Centre With support from Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education & Training Board

We know that mental health stigma remains a significant barrier to reaching out and asking for help with mental health difficulties.

That’s why the Green Ribbon Campaign is such an important annual campaign. It is a pivotal opportunity for us to help reduce the stigma associated with mental health difficulties and help break down barriers to help seeking by encouraging people to talk more openly about mental health difficulties and to help normalise help seeking.

The Green Ribbon acts as a symbol of solidarity, encouraging us all to engage in open conversations and break down the barriers surrounding mental illness and help-seeking.

with children and young people (who are from war torn countres or residing in IPAS) (up

to 18 years of age) and their families. Our service is based on a resilience model and

provides children & young people with 1:1 therapeutic support during difficult or

traumatic times in their lives.

for young people including: One to one support, Advocacy, Group work, Drop-in

support, Detached youth work, Outreach, Support of volunteers. The Bounce Back UBU

Youth Service is funded by the Department of Children UBU - Your Place, Your Space

targeted youth funding scheme, through Cavan Monaghan Education and Training

Board (CMETB).

for young people including: One to one support, Advocacy, Group work, Drop-in

support, Detached youth work, Outreach, Support of volunteers. The Bounce Back UBU

Youth Service is funded by the Department of Children UBU - Your Place, Your Space

targeted youth funding scheme, through Cavan Monaghan Education and Training

Board (CMETB).

Cavan County Local Development is teaming up with Fermanagh Trust to invite 17–25 year olds from Fermanagh and Cavan to a fun, hands-on workshop series all about the environment 🌍

No matter your background or interests, if you care about the planet and want to make a difference, this 4-part series is for you. Get outdoors, meet new people, and build skills that could even lead to a career in the growing world of green jobs 🌿💼

Here’s what’s in store:

🔹 Pure & Protected – Protect our waterways with a practical session at Cavan Adventure Centre (yes, there’s paddling!)

🔹 Plant It, Pick It, Eat It – Try growing your own food and learn why it matters

🔹 The Power of Pollinators – Dive into biodiversity and why bees + butterflies are more important than you think

🔹 Leave No Trace – Explore the outdoors at Oakwood Bushcraft and find out how to enjoy nature while protecting it

🏅 Complete all sessions and earn your Environmental Awareness Certificate

✨ Build confidence & leadership

🌱 Learn real-world sustainability skills

🔎 Explore careers in the environment + green industries

🤝 Make friends & meet local changemakers

Ready to get involved?

🔗 Sign up here: https://climatecommunityempowerment.org/.../Environment...

mental health at www.aware.ie

For individuals who are experiencing a mood related disorder, those who are concerned for a family member or friend and people who are seeking to learn more about the conditions - information leaflet attached.

@Focus Family Resource Centre Killeshandra

Love to knit, crochet, or just fancy a chat over a cuppa?

Come join The Woolpack — our friendly, welcoming knitting group!

Whether you're a complete beginner or a lifelong knitter, there's a seat waiting for you.

No experience needed. Tea, chats & plenty of laughs!

A great way to relax and connect

New members always welcome!

*While we use the term parent/s, our supports are open to all care givers including grandparents, foster parents and other carers.

Offering a range of interventions including workshops, short programmes, on-line supports & longer evidence based parent programmes.

Join our Parent and Baby/Toddler Group – open to parents, carers, babies, and toddlers (0–4 years). Each week we offer a new activity to keep things fresh and fun, including:

🎨 Messy Play & Crafts
🧸 Sensory Play
🚂 Toy Free Play & More!

Plus, there’s always:
☕ Tea, Coffee & Biscuits
🗣️ Friendly Chat & Support

📍@Focus Family Resource Centre Killeshandra
🕘 Every Wednesday 9.30 am - 12 pm
💷 €2 per family

No need to book – just drop in and join the fun!
We’d love to welcome you and your little one 💕

For more info, contact: 049 4364065

Lots of things can have an impact on our mental health.  Things like money, housing, relationships, loss, ill health, loneliness and pain can lead to worry, stress and a feeling of being overwhelmed by life.  

It can be hard to know what support you need and where to find it.  

That’s why seven leading expert charities have come together to ensure you receive the Right Support at the Right Time and get wellbeing support that works for you.  

Our service offers: 

• One to one consultation with our advocates to find the support that will work for you 

• Mental health and wellbeing information and awareness sessions 

• Practical tips and advice to improve your sense of wellbeing and resilience 

• Expert support and advocacy to help you deal with the issues you are worried about  

• Support to access to therapeutic physical and mental wellbeing support 

• Practical planning and support to help you understand your rights and ensure your voice is heard 

The service is open to anyone living in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. Over the age of 16yrs.    

Out Service is open to those living in Cavan, Leitrim, Donegal and Louth 

Who is This Programme For?

CyberQuest is specifically designed for young people who:

• Are aged between 16 and 25.

• Are currently economically inactive (not working).

• Are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).

• May be non-traditional learners with little interest in formal further education.

• Live in communities with low representation in the digital and ICT sectors.

• Young women, who are often under-represented in digital and ICT fields.

Our goal is to reach those furthest from the job market and provide them with the tools and support to succeed.

Public Health Nurse led toilet training webinars

FREE ONLINE CLASSES FOR TOILET TRAINING

Where: Online through webex webinar

When: The first Thursday of every month

Time: 1pm-2pm

Host: Public Health Nurses from Cavan/Monaghan PHN service

Who can attend: Parents/Guardians with children aged 18 months onwards

How do I register: Contact your PHN or scan the QR code below

Lots of things can have an impact on our mental health.  Things like money, housing, relationships, loss, ill health, loneliness and pain can lead to worry, stress and a feeling of being overwhelmed by life.  

It can be hard to know what support you need and where to find it.  

That’s why seven leading expert charities have come together to ensure you receive the Right Support at the Right Time and get wellbeing support that works for you.  

Our service offers: 

• One to one consultation with our expert advocates to find the support that will work for you 

• Mental health and wellbeing information and awareness sessions 

• Practical tips and advice to improve your sense of wellbeing and resilience 

• Expert support and advocacy to help you deal with the issues you are worried about  

• Support to access to therapeutic physical and mental wellbeing support 

• Practical planning and support to help you understand your rights and ensure your voice is heard 

The service is open to anyone living in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. Over the age of 16yrs.    

Out Service is open to those living in Cavan, Leitrim, Donegal and Louth 

You can get in touch by contacting: 

Cavan/Leitrim Support Officer Co-Ordinator Edel Smyth 087 220 2088 edel.smyth@respond.ie  

Who Is Eligible? Aged 18 - 65| Have approval from a HSE Guidance Officer Be ready and willing to participate and make changes To arrange referral process, please contact APP Training Services or HSE Adult Day Support Services 

Whether you’re an experienced knitter or just starting out, you’re very welcome. Come along for a relaxed afternoon of knitting, chat, and company. New members always welcome!

Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming space for parents and carers while babies and toddlers explore a variety of activities each week, including arts and crafts, creative play, and sensory activities.

All parents, carers, babies, and toddlers are very welcome. Come along, meet others, and have some fun together!

kellie-ann.coulter@nowgroup.org

Join us every Monday from 2pm – 4pm

@Focus Family Resource Centre, Killeshandra

Bring along whatever you enjoy:

Knitting & crochet

Sewing, embroidery & cross stitch

Painting or sketching

Card making and more

Or even your crossword book!

Or simply come along for a cup of tea and a good conversation!

No pressure, no experience needed — just a warm, welcoming space to relax, create, and connect.

We’d love to see you there

Lots of things can have an impact on our mental health.  Things like money, housing, relationships, loss, ill health, loneliness and pain can lead to worry, stress and a feeling of being overwhelmed by life.  

It can be hard to know what support you need and where to find it.  

That’s why seven leading expert charities have come together to ensure you receive the Right Support at the Right Time and get wellbeing support that works for you.  

Our service offers: 

• One to one consultation with our expert advocates to find the support that will work for you 

• Mental health and wellbeing information and awareness sessions 

• Practical tips and advice to improve your sense of wellbeing and resilience 

• Expert support and advocacy to help you deal with the issues you are worried about  

• Support to access to therapeutic physical and mental wellbeing support 

• Practical planning and support to help you understand your rights and ensure your voice is heard 

The service is open to anyone living in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. Over the age of 16yrs.    

Out Service is open to those living in Cavan, Leitrim, Donegal and Louth 

You can get in touch by contacting: 

Cavan/Leitrim/Monaghan Support Officer Co-Ordinator Edel Smyth 087 220 2088 edel.smyth@respond.ie  

Teach Oscail Family Resource Centre! 🎉

✨ Programme Coordinator – Mental Health (RESET & Community Based Halls Activities)

If you’re interested in joining our team, be sure to check out the link below for full details. To apply, simply follow the instructions provided in the link.

We wish all applicants the very best of luck and look forward to hearing from you!

The position are funded by PEACEPLUS

https://www.activelink.ie/node/122929

All Welcome

• Poet and Mental Health Advocate, Daragh Fleming

• Broadcaster and Entrepreneur, Bobby Kerr

• Founder of the innovative 'Be OK Garage’ promoting mental health, Dave Smith

• Social Prescriber and Screening Champion, Lewis Byrne

• HSE Project Manager, Bláthín Casey

To support accessibility, an Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpreter will be present for the full duration of the webinar. Register here to attend.

The first five years of your child’s life are crucial for their long-term positive mental health. To support you create a nurturing environment, the National Parents Council (NPC), in partnership with St. Patrick's Mental Health Services, is offering a series of free online webinars for parents.

What You’ll Learn:
This programme provides practical insights and strategies, including:

• How everyday life shapes your child’s mental health

• Supporting your child manage big feelings and cope with challenges

• Building and nurturing a strong parent-child relationship.

• Helping your child in developing resilience.

• Promoting children’s rights for a mentally healthy life.

• Practical steps to implement the Five Ways to Wellbeing

The session will last approximately 75 minutes and includes an interactive Q&A with our experienced facilitators. Taking place the week of the 1st of June, sessions will take place at 10am and 7.30pm Tuesday to Thursday, and 10am on Friday Please note, spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t delay!

Click above to register!!

Let’s work together to create a positive and supportive foundation for your child’s future.

Warm regards,
National Parents Council

Brief Overview of tailored workshops on offer:

Our workshops are provided free of charge and are designed to promote awareness, education, and engagement around the prevention of gender-based violence and the role that we all play in preventing it.

Workshops can be tailored with the content and delivery to suit the specific needs, interests, and demographics of different audiences, including community groups, workplaces, educational settings, and other organisations.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with Fredrick Okungu, White Ribbon Manager

Men's Development Network CLG & White Ribbon Ireland

fredrick@mensnetwork.ie  wri@mensnetwork.ie |   

www.mensnetwork.ie

Getting a good night's sleep can make a real difference to our physical health, mental wellbeing, energy levels and overall quality of life. During this relaxed and informative session, Breege will share practical tips and advice on improving sleep habits, creating healthy routines, and making small changes that can have a positive impact on everyday life.

The session will cover:

• Building a healthy sleep routine

• Managing screen time before bed

• Creating a comfortable sleep environment

• Simple relaxation techniques to help you unwind

Whether you're finding it difficult to switch off at night, struggling with sleep, or simply interested in learning more about improving your wellbeing, this event is open to everyone.