Selected by Service: Family Resource Centre

BAGENALSTOWN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Court House, Bagenalstown
County: Carlow
Phone number: 059-9723196
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 9.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Bagenalstown and surrounding rural area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Resident meetings
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) 

FORWARD STEPS RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Chapel Lane, Tullow
County: Carlow
Phone number: 059-9152776
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm (7.00pm - 10.00pm for courses and meetings), occasionally opens on Saturday for courses
Other details:
  • Catchment area - the town of Tullow including two townlands, Grange and Ardattin.
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men and Youth groups
  • Traveller Community Support Groups e.g. for driver theory test, literacy issues
  • Local Active Retirement Group (includes internet and e-mail classes)
  • Provide roms for outreach work with MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service), Women's Aid, Volunteer Centre, Adult Guidance VEC (Vocational Education Committee), Carlow County Development Partnership and various groups and residents associations in the Community
  • After school clubs
  • Involved in a Countywide Suicide Awareness Group
  • In the process of setting up a support group for parents of children with special needs
  • In the process of establishing a support and awareness group for families who are affected by drug misuse
  • Collaboration with agencies and organisations at County Regional and National level to ensure that community issues are addressed

TEACH OSCAIL FRC PROJECT

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Tullacmongan Resource Centre, Killymooney Drive
County: Cavan
Phone number: 049-4372730
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (office hours) - centre is usually open 6 days per week
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Tullacmongan, Cavan
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • AA uses the centre weekly
  • Other meetings such as MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) and CIC (Citizens Information Centre) held annually or when requested
  • Volunteer Youth Leader Training
  • Tullacmongan/Cavanaleck Cross Border Youth Project
  • Tullacmongan/Cavnaleck Cross Border Positive Relations Project for Women

FOCUS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Killeshandra
County: Cavan
Phone number: 049-4364065 / 087-9247159
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm (available out of hours when required)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Killeshandra and its environs
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Focus FRC has only opened recently and will, in time, provide a lot more services than it currently does

NORTH WEST CLARE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Monastery House, Parliament St, Ennistymon
County: Clare
Phone number: 065-7071144

KILLALOE/BALLINA FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Killaloe
County: Clare
Phone number: 061-374741
Opening Hours: Mondays - appointments only (literacy, counselling etc.), Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 10.00am - 1.00pm (appointments onlt from 1.00pm - 5.00pm)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Killaloe (Clare) and Ballina (Tipperary)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Active age group
  • Killaloe/Ballina Youth Initiative
  • After school clubs
  • AA Meetings
  • Clare Haven
  • Clare Supported Employment (CSE)
  • DPOC - Disable People of Clare
  • Citizens Information Service
  • Money Advice & Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Jobsclub (CIOC)
  • Child, bereavement, marriage and addiction counselling offered on a sliding scale based on ability to pay (in the process of setting up a Rainbows group)
  • We offer affordable room hire and administrative support to community groups

WEST CLARE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Toler Street, Kilrush
County: Clare
Phone number: 065-9052173 / 065-9062587
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - West Clare
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Older Person's and Traveller Women
  • Youth Summer Programme
  • Disability Advocacy
  • After school clubs
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Jobs Club
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Community Services Programme for Older Persons offering social contact, activities and support
  • Dyslexia Project - qualified tutor for students, as well as support for parents
  • Public access computer site

SHANNON FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Respond Centre, Rineanna View, Shannon
County: Clare
Phone number: 061-707600 / 087-7694859
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (evenings according to classes etc)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Shannon and environs
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Men's Heath Awareness Group
  • Traveller Women Support Group
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • Services including: Clare Supported Employment, Clare Advocacy Service, Clare Haven
  • After school clubs
  • Art Circle
  • Narcotics Anonymous

THE CAHA CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Adrigole, Beara
County: Cork
Phone number: 027-60909
Opening Hours: Monday 10.00 - 5.00pm (other opening times vary)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Adrigole and Ardgroom
  • Outreach centre in Lauragh, Killarney, Co Kerry serving the areas of Lauragh and Tuosist (Phone number - 064-83909)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, older people and parents of children with a disability
  • After school clubs
  • Workshops & outreach from CIC (Citizens Information Centre) and MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service)
  • Key Work Areas:
               - Child and family support
               - Educational disadvantage
               - Disability
               - Older Persons
               - Drugs and alcohol
               - Suicide and mental wellbeing
               - Infrastructure, population and employment

BANDON FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 47 Deerpark, Bandon
County: Cork
Phone number: 023-8842743
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (and evenings for classes, groups etc)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Bandon town and some of the surrounding areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses, training opportunities, job search and career planning
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Women's Group
  • Youth Groups
  • After school clubs
  • Citizens Information Centre
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Residents Association
  • Parenting Programmes
  • Community Games
  • Support for those suffering from Alzheimers
  • We provide access to low-cost counselling

CASTLETOWNBERE FAMILY & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Haven, The Square, Castletownbere
County: Cork
Phone number: 027 70718

COBH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Park House, Cloyne Terrace, Cobh
County: Cork
Phone number: 021-4816103
Opening Hours: 9.00am 5.00pm Monday to Friday, also evening classes and support groups
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Cork & the Greater island
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Carer's Support Group
  • Mens Drop-in group
  • Arts &  Crafts Co-op
  • Bumps and Babes Group
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • After school clubs
  • Parenting Courses
  • Stress Management
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) talks
  • Community Development Outreach Worker
  • Family Support Outreach Worker
  • Crisis & low cost counselling service
  • Stress Management Course
  • Bereavement Support group

F.A.C.T. BALLINCOLLIG FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 134 Castle Park, Ballincollig
County: Cork
Phone number: 021-4876295
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Carrigaline
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • After school clubs
  • Local Drugs Task Force Project
  • Mother & Toddler Group
  • CV preparation
  • Support for Adult Literacy

LE CHEILE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 33 Fair Street, Mallow
County: Cork
Phone number: 022-42439
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (hours outside these times as required)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Mallow and surrounding areas in north Cork
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Positive Parenting Group
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • Social Link Group
  • Carer's Group
  • Community Childcare
  • Summer Camps
  • Accommodation Supports
  • Parenting Supports (group or one-to-one)
  • Men's Group
  • After school clubs
  • Facilities for meetings etc. available to the Community

MIDLETON COMMUNITY FORUM

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Community Building, Oakwood Lodge,Youghal Rd, Midleton
County: Cork
Phone number: 021 4633522

DUNMANWAY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Tonafora, Bantry Rd, Dunmanway
County: Cork
Phone number: 023-8856818
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Dunmanway & environs
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Men's Personal Development Groups (Monday 7.30 - 10.00pm)
  • Stroller Group (Monday 10.00am - 12.30pm)
  • Meals-on-Wheels Service (Monday & Wednesday 9.30am - 12.30pm)
  • Parent and Toddler Group (Tuesday 10.30am - 12.30pm)
  • FÁS Clinic (every second and fourth Tuesday of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm)
  • Citizens Advice Service (Wednesday 10.00am - 1.00pm)
  • Mother and Baby Group (Thursday 10.30am - 12.30pm)
  • Dunmanway Meals on Wheels Social Centre (every Thursday)
  • AA (Thursday & Saturday 8.00pm - 10.00pm)

DONEGAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Eskeside Bungalow, New Row, Donegal Town
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9725337
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am - 1.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Donegal Town to Ballintra, Inver and Barnesmore
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Intercultural Women's Group
  • Men's Group
  • Social Dancing for the Elderly
  • Youth Drop-in Centre
  • Donegal Writers Group
  • Knitting Club
  • After school clubs
  • Regional Employment Services
  • Indoor Bowls
  • Outreach Clinic - first Thursday of every month
  • Computer suite with broadband (FREE)
  • Typing, photocopying, laminating and binding
  • Meeting Room

DOWNSTRANDS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Dolmen Centre, Portnoo
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9545879
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ardara, Narin, Portnoo, Rosbeg and Glenties
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Groups for Women, Men and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Other activities include: kids computer classes, badminton, and summer schemes for all ages
  • We can provide a mobile I.T. unit of 13 laptops and a wireless printer to groups/schools to facilitate courses, projects, etc.

DUNFANAGHY COMMUNITY RESOURCE ASSOCIATION

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Dunfanaghy
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9136548
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Thursday, 9.00am - 3.00pm Friday (closed each day 1.00 - 2.00pm for lunch)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Dunfanaghy
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Youth Groups
  • Care of the Aged Group 
  • Active Age Group 
  • Women's Group

MOVILLE & DISTRICT FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 2 Montgomery Terrace, Moville
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9385548
Opening Hours: 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - East Inishowen
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's, Men's and Youth groups
  • Cancer support groups
  • Aspergers and Arthritis groups
  • Alcohol and Drug Awareness groups
  • Summer Projects
  • Youth Drop-in and youth drama
  • Parents and toddlers group

THE FORGE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Pettigo
County: Donegal
Phone number: 071-9861924
Opening Hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Pettigo, Templecarn, Grousehall, Kesh, Belleek
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Two Women's Groups, Men's Groups, Carer's Group and a Youth Group
  • After school clubs
  • AA
  • Rural on-line library service
  • GAA
  • Community events
  • Community secretarial services including: internet access, computers for kidz programme, cross community and cross border support.

CARA HOUSE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Market Square, Letterkenny
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9123986
Opening Hours: Weekdays: 10am to 4pm, Evenings: Mon-Thurs 7 to 10pm, Saturdays: 11am to 4pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area: Letterkenny urban and rural
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups and Drop-in facility for specific interest groups
  • After school clubs
  • Amnesty International meetings

MEVAGH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Áras Rosgoill, Downings, Letterkenny
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9155055
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Rosgoill, Carrigart, Downings, Glen
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Groups for Women, Men, Carers and Youth groups
  • Mevagh Organisation for Disability Awareness
  • Craft Groups
  • Groups for Newcomers
  • Book Club
  • After school clubs
  • Co Donegal Adult Learner Guidance
  • Information Officer - Meitheal Forbartha na Gaeltachta (MFG)
  • Administration Services
  • Internet Access
  • Library

RAPHOE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Unit 3, Marathon Building, William St, Raphoe
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9145796
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday (groups may meet after those hours)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Raphoe and surrounding area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Young Mother's Group
  • Women's Group
  • Men's Initiative Group
  • Support for 'Friday Club' for older people
  • 'Making Choices' programme for people with a disability
  • Comprehensive Youth programme
  • Monthly Citizens Information Centre (CIC) in-house
  • Referral system for MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service)
  • AA meet weekly
  • Developmental support offered to resident's groups
  • Transport service (mini-bus)
  • Community café
  • Outreach Centre in social housing estate
  • Laptop Computer suite
  • Facilities for children's birthday parties
  • After school clubs

ST. JOHNSTON & CARRIGANS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Chapel Road, St Johnston, Lifford
County: Donegal
Phone number: 074-9148551
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 11.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - St. Johnston/Carrigans wider area of east Donegal
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's and Men's groups
  • Over 50s Wednesday Lunch Club
  • Craft Group
  • Youth Project
  • Group for people with a disability
  • After school clubs
  • Services eg: C.I.C, MABS, AA, resident meetings etc.
  • St. Johnston & Carrigans FRC offer a wide range of community education programmes in response to locally identified needs.
  • We are a certified Centre for Learning with the standard required for delivery of 3rd level courses in conjunction with Letterkenny Institute of Technology
  • Awarded an Aontas Star Award in 2009 for a mens minibus driving course which has targeted at men who were unemployed, underemployed or had left school early with no formal qualifications.  The Accelerate programme offered Fetac level 3 in English, Maths, Basic Computers, Personal Effectiveness, Safepass, Occupational First Aid, Manual Handling, Midas, Pasrs and Meeks which are now compulsory requirements for a Minibus Driving Licence
  • We also work with the local social services committee to deliver a meals on wheels service to people who are confined to their home and isolated through age or disability
  • In 2006 St. Johnston & Carrigans FRC were awarded the Excellence through People FÁS award for their commitment to training and education in the workplace

ARTANE COOLOCK RESOURCE & DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 55 Gracefield Road, Artane
County: Dublin
Postcode: 5
Phone number: 01-8512289
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (some evening classes)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Harmonstown, Artane and Coolock
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Art Classes
  • Cookery Classes

BALALLY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Scout Den, Wedgewood, Sandyford
County: Dublin
Postcode: 16
Phone number: 01-2952167
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 1.00pm and 2.00pm - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Wedgewood, Moreen, Blackthorn and Furry Hill
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Youth Group
  • Support local after school clubs with personnel
  • General, low-cost counselling

BALDOYLE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Unit 4, Badminton Centre, Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Grange Rd, Baldoyle
County: Dublin
Postcode: 13
Phone number: 01-8326115
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.00pm (office hours)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Baldoyle
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women and the Elderly
  • Free Legal Advice Clinic
  • Citizens Information Centre (CIC)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Northside Partnership
  • Residents Association
  • Community Employment Services
  • Meals on Wheels
  • Coffee Mornings
  • Playgroup for Mothers & Toddlers
  • Music Appreciation
  • Day Trips

BALLYBODEN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 29 Whitechurch Way, Ballyboden
County: Dublin
Postcode: 16
Phone number: 01 4935953
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 7.30pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Whitechurch, Glenmore, Pearse Brother's park, Palmer Park
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Young mother's group
  • Women's Club
  • Young at Heart Group
  • After school clubs
  • Resident Meetings
  • TD advice clinic
  • Men's Mentoring group
  • Child Therapy
  • Study groups and grind clubs for junior and leaving cert students
  • Local Employment Service (LES)
  • Counselling services at a low cost

BALLYFERMOT FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Lynches Lane, Ballyfermot
County: Dublin
Postcode: 10
Phone number: 01-6264147 / 01-6269599
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 10.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballyfermot and surrounding area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, Men and the Elderly
  • After school clubs
  • AA
  • Gamblers Anonymous
  • Narcotics Anonymous
  • Counselling

BALLYOGAN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 41 Ballyogan Avenue, Carrickmines
County: Dublin
Postcode: 18
Phone number: 01-2953219
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 9.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballyogan, Carrickmines
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, the Elderly and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Garda Liaison outreach
  • Residents Meetings
  • Estate Management
  • Local Employment Service 

CHERRY ORCHARD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Bungalow, 28 Elmdale Drive, Cherry Orchard
County: Dublin
Postcode: 10
Phone number: 01-6231367
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 9.30pm, Friday 9.00am - 2.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Cherry Orchard and Dublin 10 area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Women's Club
  • The Elderly "Friendship Group"
  • Residents Group
  • St. Vincent de Paul Society
  • Drop-in coffee dock
  • Informal classes such as art, drama, crochet, budget cookery, stitchcraft, holistic health services, computer literacy and many more

DROP IN WELL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 34 Coultry Road, Ballymun
County: Dublin
Postcode: 9
Phone number: 01-8424961

FATIMA GROUP UNITED

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Community Buildings, Rueben St
County: Dublin
Postcode: 8
Phone number: 01 4534722

HILL STREET FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Hill Street Playground
County: Dublin
Postcode: 1
Phone number: 01-8746810
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 5.30pm, Friday 9.00am - 1.30pm (some evenings for sessions and groups)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - North east inner city
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, people with a disability and children aged 0-6

HILLVIEW COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 33/34 Hillview Grove, Ballinteer
County: Dublin
Postcode: 16
Phone number: 01-2965025
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (office hours), open until 10.00pm for classes
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Hillview estate and surrounding areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Youth Groups
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for the Elderly
  • After school clubs
  • Local Employment Services
  • Garda Clinic
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Citizens Information Centre (CIC)
  • Residents Association
  • Notice Board
  • Forum Blog
  • Monthly Bulletin 
  • Three counsellors currently operate from our FRC, on a low cost basis, in areas of relationship, addiction and behaviour

KILLINARDEN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Killinarden Way, Killinarden, Tallaght
County: Dublin
Postcode: 24
Phone number: 01-4527053 / 01-4527143
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm and 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Killinarden, Kiltipper, Ellensborough, Tallaght, Springfield, Jobstown, etc.
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for older Women, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Young Mother's group
  • After school clubs
  • 'Mate Tricks' - a project for 4th class school children, run by Tallaght Youth, held twice a week between 4.00pm and 6.00pm
  • English classes for new communities
  • Networking with other services in the Tallaght area, often referring enquiries to other groups
  • Counselling services available at a low cost

MOUNTVIEW RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 11 Whitechapel Crescent, Mountview, Blanchardstown,
County: Dublin
Postcode: 15
Phone number: 01-8206171

QUARRYVALE COMMUNITY RESOURCE GROUP

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Shancastle Avenue, Quarryvale, Clondalkin
County: Dublin
Postcode: 22
Phone number: 01-6230264

ROSEMOUNT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 3, Waldemar Terrace, Main Street, Dundrum,  Dublin 14
County: Dublin
Postcode: 14
Phone number: 01-2166131
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Rosemount estate
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Catholic Youth Care (CYC)
  • St. Michael's House - supporting intellectual disability
  • Southside Travellers Action Group (STAG)
  • After school clubs
  • Estate Management
  • Rosemount Redevelopment Group
  • Garda Clinic
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Library (adult and children's)
  • Adult Education
  • Information referral, leaflets and a monthly newsletter
  • Under 10s Youth Service
  • Meals on Wheels
  • Drop-in Centre for tea and coffee - open door policy

SCHOOL STREET & THOMAS COURT BAWN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 22/23 School St
County: Dublin
Postcode: 8
Phone number: 01-4547018
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Liberties and James' St
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • After school clubs
  • Residents Group Meetings

ST. ANDREW'S FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 114 - 116 Pearse Street,
County: Dublin
Postcode: 2
Phone number: 01-6771930
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 7.00am - 10.00pm, Sunday 10.00am - 8.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - parishes of Westland Row/City Quay
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Adult education programmes
  • Day Centre for the Elderly
  • Meals on Wheels
  • Home-help service
  • CE (Community Employment) Programmes
  • After school clubs
  • The centre accommodates a wide range of services including: MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service), Free Legal Aid Centre (FLAC), AA and residents meetings
  • Worker's rights and information services
  • Local Employment service
  • Cyber café
  • IT Training Centre
  • "Talk About Youth Service"

ST. KEVIN'S FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Saint Kevin's Girls School, Kilnamanagh, Tallaght
County: Dublin
Postcode: 24
Phone number: 01-4627149
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 9.00pm, Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Kilnamanagh, Kingswood, Tyman and most of East Tallaght
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Women's Relaxation Group
  • Yoga for Older People
  • Tallaghtfornia Foroige Youth Club
  • After school clubs
  • St. Kevin's childcare facility is also open to families who are returning to training, education or work

ST. MATTHEW'S FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 5 Drumfinn Park, Ballyfermot
County: Dublin
Postcode: 10
Phone number: 01-6268370
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (some evening and weekend classes)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballyfermot, Inchicore, Palmerstown and Clondalkin (open to all!)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • We are a FETAC quality assured centre
  • We have an affordable counselling service

AONAD RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Square, Ballygar
County: Galway
Phone number: 090-6624484

CLANN RESOURCE CENTRE OUGHTERARD

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Oughterard
County: Galway
Phone number: 091-557633/4

GORT FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Church Street, Gort
County: Galway
Phone number: 091-630902
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 5.00pm, Friday 9.30am - 1.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Gort town and its surrounding areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's groups each Tuesday morning
  • Breast feeding support group
  • Youth group in process of establishment
  • Men's group
  • Citizens Information Service twice monthly
  • MABS (Money Advice & Budgeting Service) every friday
  • Employment mediation on Wednesdays
  • Rainbows will begin in October 2009
  • Domestic violence outreach service
  • Internet access available

SOLAS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Headford
County: Galway
Phone number: 093-36446
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm (open during lunch)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballinduff, Donaghpatrick, Headford, Kilcoona, Houndswood, Shrule, Killeany and Killursa
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, the Elderly and Youth groups
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Unemployment Service
  • Meals on Wheels
  • AA
  • Overeaters Anonymous (OA)
  • Carer's Group

LOUGHREA FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Unit 5, Millennium House, Westbridge, Loughrea
County: Galway
Phone number: 091-871149
Opening Hours: 10.00 am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday, other times by prior arrangement
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Loughrea town and its outlying rural areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Group for people with a disability
  • DESSA (Disability Equality Service Support Agency) "Making Choices" Training Programme 
  • Outreach Citizens Information Centre (CIC) every Thrusday 2.15pm - 4.30pm
  • Outreach Welfare Rights officer from Galway People's Resource Centre (every Friday 11.00am - 1.00pm)
  • Community Directory
  • Quarterly newsletter
  • Small meeting room available by appointment
  • A wide range of information leaflets and application forms available to the general public
  • Pilot counselling service for adults by appointment

BUDS FAMILY & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Benmore, Ballyduff, Tralee
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-7148833
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm, evenings where required
Other details:
  • Catchment area - North Kerry, Ballyduff village and surrounding areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Outreach CIC (Citizens Information Centre)

BALLYSPILLANE COMMUNITY AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Ballyspillane Estate, Killarney
County: Kerry
Phone number: 064-6635589
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm (Tuesday to Thursday 6.00pm - 9.00pm) and open evenings for project work
Other details:
  • Catchment area - east of Killarney town, covering the housing estates of Ballyspillane, Deerpark, Ardshanavooley, Arbutus Grove and Ballydribeen
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project (from September '09)
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • Adult Education
  • Supports for the Elderly
  • Youth Activity Programmes
  • Women's Group
  • Homework support for primary school children
  • After school clubs
  • Services eg: C.I.C, MABS, AA, resident meetings etc.
  • We seek to improve the quality of life for all members of the Community and to combat social exclusion

SOUTH WEST KERRY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 6, West Main Street, Cahersiveen
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-9481000
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - South West Kerry, Kells to Caherdaniel (approx 300 square miles)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Rural Men's Group
  • Youth Mental Health Groups
  • Trained staff regarding domestic violence for disclosure and referral
  • Counselling services available at a low cost

CASTLEMAINE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Tralee Rd, Castlemaine
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-9767833
Opening Hours: 9.00am to 6pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Castlemaine, Milltown, Firies and Keel
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Residents Meetings
  • Support Group meetings
  • Run a visitation service for the elderly; a worker visits each older person for one hour per week 

DUAGH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Duagh Village, Listowel
County: Kerry
Phone number: 068 45333

KERRYHEAD/BALLYHEIGUE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Main Street, Ballyheigue
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-7116961
Opening Hours: 9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Kerryhead, Ballyheigue
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's Art Group
  • Over 55's Club
  • After school clubs
  • Mother & Toddler Group / Coffee mornings
  • Easter and summer camps for children
  • Linked to Older Persons Maintenance Service in North Kerry
  • Tea Dances

SHANNOW FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Cloisters, Abbeydorney
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-7109018
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm, open evenings where required
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Abbeydorney, Kilflynn and Killahan
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • Kerry MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) run a clinic every Thursday morning - strictly appointments only
  • Room hire available at nominal rates for community groups

LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Upper Church St, Listowel
County: Kerry
Phone number: 068-23584
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm (groups operate 7 days per week until 10.00pm)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Listowel, urban and rural
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Alzeihmeirs Care and Carers Support Groups
  • Women's Group
  • Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Support Group (for family and friends also)
  • We provide meeting space for a variety of community, voluntary and statutory organisations e.g. Listowel Community Day Care Centre, HSE Breast-feeding support group, Parkinsons Support Group, AA, NA and Listowel Laundry Services for the Elderly
  • After school clubs
  • North Kerry Dyslexia & Dyspraxia Parent Support Group
  • Parent & Child Creative Workshops (monthly)
  • Computer Classes for Carers (2 groups)
  • Feale Drive Residents Association
  • Snuggles & Giggles : Parent and Baby Support Group
  • Listowel FRC are presently building a dedicated Family Resource Centre and it will be opened in September 2009
  • Listowel FRC is committed to family & community support and believe in an inter-agency approach where possible to deliver its supports

SHANAKILL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Shanakill, Monavalley, Tralee
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-7127831
Opening Hours: 8.30am - 10.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Shanakill, Rahoonane, Gallowsfield, Cois Coille, Muing
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's Group and Young Men's Group
  • After school clubs
  • Estate management meetings
  • Sports Activities
  • Grinds
  • Meeting Space

DROICHEAD NA DAOINE (SNEEM)

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Seaview, Sneem
County: Kerry
Phone number: 064-75879
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (evenings for meetings, classes and counselling)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Sneem, Castlecove and Caherdaniel
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Men's Group
  • Youth Groups
  • After school clubs
  • Citizen Information Centre (CIC)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • AA
  • Teagasc Services

ST. BRIGID'S COMMUNITY CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Hawley Park, Tralee
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-7128521
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 10.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Hawley Park, Kevin Barry Villas, Mitchels area, Old/New Marion Park, Boherbee, Moyderwell
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Information sessions
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Residents Meetings
  • Regeneration Support

KILLORGLIN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 39, Iveragh Park, Killorgllin
County: Kerry
Phone number: 066-9762933
Opening Hours: 7.30am - 9.30pm Monday to Friday (office hours 9-5)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Mid Kerry, Killorglin
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's group
  • Men's Group
  • ADHD Support Group
  • Dyslexia Support Group
  • After school clubs
  • Residents meetings
  • Breakfast Club
  • Mother and Toddler Group

CURRAGH PRIDE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 1 Griffith Rd, Curragh Camp
County: Kildare

NEWBRIDGE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Dara Park, Newbridge
County: Kildare
Phone number: 045-438173
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 10.00pm, Friday 8.00am - 6.00pm, Saturday 9.30am - 1.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Newbridge and surrounding areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Summer Projects
  • Music Classes
  • Services eg: C.I.C, MABS, AA, resident meetings etc.
  • Kildare County Council Outreach Housing Department
  • Clinics for local town and county councillors
  • If we don't have a course or group that suits your needs we will design one that does!!!

DROICHEAD COMMUNITY CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Friary Complex, Callan
County: Kilkenny
Phone number: 056-7755517

NEWPARK CLOSE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Newpark Close
County: Kilkenny
Phone number: 056-7723309
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 10.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - New Orchard, Newpark Close, Lintown, Old Newpark
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • 4 Youth Groups
  • Women's Back to Education Group
  • Men's Drop-in
  • Nifty Fifty Club
  • After school clubs
  • Support resident meetings (minutes, space and training)
  • Citizens Information Centre (CIC) - weekly
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) - four times a year
  • Drug Awareness Evenings
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • Hosts the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence
  • Health, Garda and Local Authority Clinic
  • Community Savings Bank
  • Summer Programmes
  • Young Mum's Group
  • I.T. Training (ECDL Test Centre)

ST. CANICE'S COMMUNITY ACTION

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Fr. McGrath Community Centre, St. Josephs Rd
County: Kilkenny
Phone number: 056-7751988
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 8/9.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 1.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Butts housing area and neighbouring disadvantaged areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Butts Women's Group
  • Men Alone Network
  • Men's Handball Group
  • Resident's Association
  • Disability Advocacy Service
  • Committee for the Elderly
  • Community Savings Bank Group
  • Multifaceted service with wide-ranging crèche, Children's, Youth, Parent, Community, Employment and Education programmes

KNOCKMAY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE,

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 106/107 Cherrygrove, Knockmay, Portlaoise
County: Laois
Phone number: 057-8681683
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Portlaoise
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Women's Group
  • Men's Groups
  • Youth Group
  • After school clubs

BREFFNI FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Breffni Crescent, Carrick on Shannon
County: Leitrim
Phone number: 071-9622566
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (childcare 8.00am - 6.00pm)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - South Leitrim and parts of Roscommon
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, over 55s and people with a disability
  • Substance Misusers Programme
  • Youth Café
  • Townspark Residents Meetings
  • Narcotics Anonymous
  • After school clubs
  • Computer Suite (internet and e-mail)
  • Admin Services
  • Community Composting Facility
  • Community Gardens Project
  • Driver Theory CDs and Books

MOHILL FAMILY SUPPORT CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Canon Donohoe Hall, Upper Main St, Mohill
County: Leitrim
Phone number: 071-9631253
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Mohill and surrounding areas, including Ballinamore and Carrigallen outreach
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Groups for people with addictions
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • After school clubs
  • Advocacy for Clients 
  • Art Therapy

CROOM FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Croom Mill, Croom
County: Limerick
Phone number: 061-602878
Other details:
  • Catchment area – Mid-West Limerick area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities
  • Parent & Toddler Groups
  • Older People Support Groups
  • After school clubs
  • Youth Groups
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Computer training for older people
  • Groups for Women, Men and people with a disability
  • Counseling available at low cost
  • Adult Literacy Support

HOSPITAL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Knockainey Road, Hospital
County: Limerick
Phone number: 061-383884
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - East Limerick
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for people with a disability
  • Parent & Toddler Groups
  • Women's Groups
  • Older People Support Groups
  • After school clubs
  • AA
  • Youth Groups
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Carer's Groups
  • Computer training for older people

SOUTHILL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE,

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 267 Avondale Court, O'Malley Park, Southill
County: Limerick
Phone number: 061-440250
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Southill area of Limerick
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men and people with a disability
  • Teen Mums Support Group
  • Older Persons Social Events
  • Resident Meeting Room
  • Alternative Health Project
  • Adult Literacy Support

ST. MUNCHIN'S FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 26-28 Clonconnane Road, Ballynanty
County: Limerick
Phone number: 061 326623
Opening Hours: 8.30am - 9.30pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Limerick northside
  • Information, advice & support to target groups & families in the area
  • Education courses & training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • 4 Women's Groups, 2 Men's groups & various youth groups
  • After School Clubs
  • Services to Older People
  • Parenting Courses  - Incredible Years
  • Counselling services available at a low cost

BRIDGEWAYS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Dean Egan Library, Main Street, Ballymahon
County: Longford
Phone number: 09064-32691
Opening Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am - 9.00pm, Wednesday 9.30am - 10.00pm, Friday 9.30am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballymahon and hinterland
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Groups for Women, Men and three groups for the Elderly (including 'Club 91')
  • Youth Club
  • C.I.C. (Citizens Information Centre)
  • Residents Meetings
  • After school clubs
  • Parent & Toddler Group
  • Aerobics Classes
  • GROW Mental Health Support Group
  • St Vincent de Paul
  • Rural Transport Scheme

LUS NA GRÉINE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: c/o Granard Area Action Group, Main St, Granard
County: Longford
Phone number: 043-6660977 / 085-0558549
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm (flexible for evening groups etc.)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Granard, Abbeylara, Mullinalaghta
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups

CONNECT FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 171, Moneymore Estate, Drogheda
County: Louth
Phone number: 041-9846608
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm

TACÚ BALLINROBE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Glebe Street, Ballinrobe
County: Mayo
Phone number: 094-9542908
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 5.30pm, Friday 9.30am - 4.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballinrobe town, hinterland and radius of approximately 12 miles
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • After school clubs
  • Art Classes
  • Disability Network
  • Mayo Cancer Support Services
  • Mayo Women's Support Services
  • Youth Network
  • Older Persons Drop-in
  • Aware Meetings
  • Parent & Toddler Group

CASTLEBAR LE CHEILE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Tucker St, Castlebar
County: Mayo
Phone number: 094-9025126
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Castlebar
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Parent and Toddler group
  • Groups for those who are isolated in the community
  • Number of resident group meetings held in the centre
  • We are currently working on developing an in-house counselling service which will be available at a low cost

CLAREMORRIS FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: James Street, Claremorris
County: Mayo
Phone number: 094-9377838
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Claremorris town, Ballindine, Crossboyne, Irishtown, Ballymowly, Caraun, Cloghmore, Garrymore, Kilcolman, Mayo Abbey, Murneen and Taugheen
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Youth work support group
  • Older Persons support group
  • International Community support group
  • Carer's support group
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.) - staff member trained and certified as an information provider
  • Meeting facility for social workers meeting clients
  • Community based dietician - outreach clinic

CAIRDEAS, KILMOVEE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Kilmovee, Ballaghaderreen
County: Mayo
Phone number: 094-9649814
Opening Hours: 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Kilmovee, Urlaur, Kilkelly
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Meals on Wheels Service
  • Support to Active Age Group

BALLYHAUNIS FRC

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: St. Mary's Abbey, Ballyhaunis
County: Mayo
Phone number: 094-9630031
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballyhaunis town and surrounding rural areas
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Parenting Alone Group - (Thursday mornings)
  • Active Retirement Group (Thursday evenings)
  • After school clubs
  • Citizens Information (first Monday each month)
  • AA (each Friday evening)
  • Community internet service - free access during office hours and on Monday evenings 8.00 - 10.00pm
  • Community pre-school for children 3-5 years 

WESTPORT FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Fairgreen, Westport
County: Mayo
Phone number: 098-24419
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Westport town
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Groups for Men, the Elderly, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Family Support
  • Visitation of older people
  • Marriage, relationship and bereavement counselling services available on a sliding scale based on ability to pay

BALLINA FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Abbey Street, Ardnaree, Ballina
County: Mayo
Phone number: 096-75573
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9.30am to 4.30pm. Friday 9am to 1pm.
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballina Town and surrounding areas.
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Ballina FRC has established a parent & toddler group, lone parent group and youth group.  It also has an after school program and facilitates local groups to meet and run courses in its premises.
  • After school clubs
  • Resident meetings
  • The Mayo Cancer Support Group operates an outreach service from the centre, providing reflexology and counselling services for people with cancer and their families. (Wednesday 10am to 4pm, Friday 10am to 1pm). The service is free of charge and confidential.
  • The Mayo Rape Crisis Centre operates an outreach service every second Thursday from 10am to 4pm. The service is free and confidential.
  • The centre offers marriage/ relationship, child and bereavement counselling, on a sliding scale based on ability to pay.  

KELLS PEOPLE'S RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 5 Church Street, Kells
County: Meath
Phone number: 046-9247161
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - the town of Kells and its environs
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Women's Group
  • Parent Support Group
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Employment Rights Service
  • Residents Support
  • Drop-in Support Service (9.30am - 1.00pm)
  • English Language Support

TRIM FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 22 Mornington Drive, Trim
County: Meath
Phone number: 046-9438850
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - six mile radius of Trim
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Women's Group
  • Youth Club

MULLAGHMATT CORTOLVIN FRC

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 1, Oriel Way, Mullaghmatt, Monaghan Town
County: Monaghan
Phone number: 047-71398
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 11.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am - 10.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Mullaghmatt Cortolvin estates and the greater Monaghan town area 
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • Provide support to new communities
  • Services eg: C.I.C, MABS, AA, residents meetings etc.
  • Meeting Rooms (for 1-20 to 100+ people) and confernece/office equipment available 
  • Catering Facilities - can provide tea/coffee, biscuits and finger food for 100+ people and hot meals for 50 people
  • Parking facilities - space for 10-50 vehicles
  • Disability Facilities - accessible parking bay, ramps, non-slip floor surfaces throughout the building, 2x accessible toilets 
  • I.T. Suite - 12 Stations
  • For bookings contact Bill Goggins (contact details same as above) between 9 and 5, rooms available anytime

ARDEN VIEW COMMUNITY & FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Arden View, Tullamore
County: Offaly
Phone number: 057-9320598
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Arden View, Tullamore
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, the Elderly and residents
  • Youth Groups
  • Parent & Toddler Groups
  • Referrals and support to resident and community groups
  • After school clubs
  • Arden View Community Bus
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Computer training
  • Themed Youth events - summer camps, halloween, etc.

CLARA COMMUNITY AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: The Parochial Hall, River Street, Clara
County: Offaly
Phone number: 057-9331928
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm (open during lunch)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Clara
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Carers Support Group
  • Active Retired Group
  • Parent and Toddler Group
  • Residents Groups
  • Teenage Workshops in the Summer
  • Intergenerational Group
  • Justice Project
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Domestic Violence Support
  • Provision of information i.e. driver theory, back-to-school allowance, cervical smear registration forms, etc.

FAMILY LIFE CENTRE (BOYLE)

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Knocknashee, Boyle
County: Roscommon
Phone number: 071-9663000
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday (closed 1-2)
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Boyle & environs (parts of Sligo, Mayo, Leitrim and Roscommon)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project can be arranged in certain circumstances
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.)

BALLYMOTE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Wolfe Tone Street, Ballymote
County: Sligo
Phone number: 071-9197818
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Ballymote and surrounding hinterland
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and/or Youth groups
  • Holistic Therapy Programme for people living with addiction
  • Groups for the long-term unemployed
  • Weekly notes in local papers on supports/services available at the FRC
  • Counselling service available at a low cost - no waiting list for the service

EASKEY COMMUNITY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Old Factory, Easkey
County: Sligo
Phone number: 096-49088
Opening Hours: 10.00am - 6.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - West Sligo
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • Referral to services such as Citizens Information Centre (C.I.C.), MABS, AA and many other local groups
  • Full sized sports area available for use by groups or individuals by arrangement

SLIGO FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 49 The Mall
County: Sligo
Phone number: 071-9146315
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Sligo town and environs
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Fathers Group - organises events for fathers and children
  • AA, Al-anon meetings weekly
  • We offer home support to vulnerable families who are in need of assistance by daily visits, help with homework etc.

TUBBERCURRY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Conlon House, Humbert Street, Tubbercurry
County: Sligo
Phone number: 071-9186926
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - south Sligo
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • AA
  • Resident Groups
  • Mental Health services
  • Computer tutorials
  • Community crechè
  • Hollistic Therapies Programme
  • Summer activities for children aged 4-16 
  • Counselling services available

MILLENNIUM FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Glencoole, Thurles
County: Tipperary
Phone number: 052-57992
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Glencoole, Killenaule, Ballingarry, The Commons and Gortnahoe
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for the Elderly and people with a disability
  • After school clubs
  • Relationship counselling - available at a low cost, clients usually asked to provide a donation

SPAFIELD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Old Road, Cashel
County: Tipperary
Phone number: 062-63622
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 11.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Cashel urban and rural electoral area (rural areas within a 15 mile radius of Cashel)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • One Women's group running one night per week
  • After school clubs
  • Resident meetings
  • Information evenings
  • Gardening group
  • Counselling services available at a low cost
  • A building extension is currently underway which will be completed in September '09

THREE DRIVES FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 22/23 Greenane Drive, Tipperary Town
County: Tipperary
Phone number: 062-80831
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Tipperary Town (east urban)
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Independent Living Programme for students with disabilities
  • Women's Group
  • Children's Art Group
  • Young Mother's Group
  • Resident meetings
  • Information meetings with MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) and CIC (Citizens Information Centre)
  • We provide a Reading Recovery Programme for children on a one-to-one basis to help them keep up with school work
  • I.T. facilities available

SACRED HEART FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Richardson's Meadow,
County: Waterford
Phone number: 051-306728
Other details:
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS)
  • Resident Meetings
  • Waterford City Council services
  • September '09 will see the opening of the new FRC building with IT facilities, a training kitchen and other services such as the new childcare facility which will affordable childcare and parenting support

ST. BRIGID'S FAMILY & COMMUNITY CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 37 Lower Yellow Rd
County: Waterford
Phone number: 051-375261
Opening Hours: 9.00am - 6.00pm Monday to Friday
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Waterford inner city
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Intergeneration Group - Benefit Audits
  • Grandparent Summer Camps
  • AA
  • AWARE
  • Parenting programmes

CARA PHORT FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Harbour Street, Ballynacargy, Mullingar
County: Westmeath
Phone number: 044-9373060
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - rural areas of West of Mullingar: Kilbixy, Sonna, Skeagh, Rathconrath, Piercetown and Emper
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Two Foroige Groups - empowering young people
  • Group for the Elderly
  • Three residents associations are being facilitated by the resource centre
  • In the process of setting up an after school club

MONSIGNOR McCARTHY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Battery Heights, Athlone
County: Westmeath
Phone number: 090-6494336
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 10.00am - 6.00pm, Friday 10.00am - 2.00pm, some Saturdays/Sundays depending on individual projects or programmes
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Battery Heights area and surrounds
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Women's Group 
  • After school clubs - 2nd level homework group
  • Mother and Toddler group
  • Citizens Information Centre (CIC) outreach to area
  • Working relationship with residents association in the area 
  • Marriage, relationship and bereavement counselling

SOUTH END COMMUNITY GROUP

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 1 Trespan Court, The Faythe
County: Wexford
Phone number: 053-9126027
Opening Hours: Drop-in hours 9:30-1:00pm, evenings and afternoons as requested by groups
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Southend, Wexford
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, Youth groups and Children's programmes
  • DESSA advocacy service for people with a disability
  • Community based drugs initiative drop-in

TAGHMON FAMILY RESOURCE GROUP

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Joseph Street, Taghmon
County: Wexford
Phone number: 053-9134465
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Taghmon and surrounding area
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, the Elderly, Travellers and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • A newly established family resource centre currently in development

RAHEEN FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: Raheen, Clonroche, Enniscorthy
County: Wexford
Phone number: 051-428805
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 6.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Raheen, Clonroche, Adamstown, Camross, Newbawn, Cushinstown, Barronstown
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Childcare facilities for those attending courses provided by the project
  • Groups for Women, Men and Youth groups
  • Daycare
  • I.T. Centre
  • After school clubs
  • Information sessions
  • Health and personal development programmes
  • Bereavement counselling services available on a sliding scale based on ability to pay

GREYSTONES PEOPLE'S PROJECTS

Type(s): Family Resource Centre
Service Provider Type: Family Resource Centre (FRC)
Street address: 28, Burnaby Court, Mill Rd, Greystones
County: Wicklow
Phone number: 01-2557528 / 087-9176401
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.00pm
Other details:
  • Catchment area - Greystones, Co. Wicklow
  • Information, advice and support to target groups and families in the area
  • Practical assistance to community groups such as training, information and advice
  • Education courses and training opportunities
  • Lone parent support groups
  • Groups for Women, Men, the Elderly, Travellers, people with a disability and Youth groups
  • After school clubs
  • Services eg: C.I.C, MABS, AA, resident meetings etc.