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Community Healthcare Organisation Dublin North City and County

MECC Lifestyle Behaviour Services and Resources

CHO Dublin North City and County Services and Resources Guide 1

2 Healthy Eating

Ellen O’Dea Head of Health and Well-being

Dublin North City and County

Vicky Doyle Health Promotion/Improvement Officer

IUHPE Registered Health Promotion Practitioner Department of Health Promotion and Improvement

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5 Physical Activity

12 Tobacco

14 Alcohol & Drugs

23 Well-Being

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Healthy Eating Resources and Services in CHO DNCC

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To maintain a healthy weight adults need at least 30 minutes

a day of moderate activity on 5 days a week (or 150 minutes a

week); children need to be active at a moderate to vigorous level for at least 60 minutes every day.

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Resource Service Location/Contact Comments

Literature: healthpromotion.ie

Health literature available to order online on a large range of topics including healthy eating, active living, smoking, drugs, alcohol and mental health. Professionals can register to order larger quantities (if available).

For further information go to: www.healthpromotion.ie

Programme: Specialist Weight Management service

Public Weight Management Service in St. Columcille’s Hospital Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin for people with a BMI >40. (or >35 with a obesity related co-morbidity e.g. diabetes). Multidisciplinary lifestyle and behaviour change programme delivered by a dietitian, physiotherapist and psychologist. It involves 9 appointments.

See their website for information on how to refer to the service http://weightmanagement.ie/index.html

Literature: Healthy Eating HSE

HSE Healthy Eating Guidelines and the Food Pyramid. Find detailed information about the Healthy Eating Guidelines and resources relating to the guidelines here

Programme: Healthy Food Made Easy

Community Cookery programme. Runs for 2½ hours weekly for 6 weeks. A fun and practical course which focuses on fostering basic knowledge about healthy eating.

Finglas, Ballymun and Cabra. Contact Leon Kelly in Dublin North West Area Partnership, Ph: 01-8361666

Note: In general, the programme is delivered to pre-formed groups.

men age 19–50

Wholemeal cereals and breads, potatoes, pasta and rice

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Milk, yogurt and cheese

Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans and nuts

Fats, spreads and oils

Foods and drinks high in fat, sugar and salt

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Healthy Eating Resources and Services in CHO DNCC




Dublin 3, 5, 13, 17. Contact Linda Scanlan in Northside Partnership, Ph: 01-8320995

Note: In general, the programme is delivered to pre-formed groups, but Northside Partnership offer courses to the public. Public courses planned for 2020 in KISH house Daytimes: 10am-12.30 Course 1: Thursdays Feb 27th-April 2nd Course 2: Tuesdays May26th-June 30th Course 3: Mondays Sept 7th-Oct 12th Course 4: Weds 19th Nov-15th Dec Evenings: 6.45-8.45pm Course 1: Tuesdays 21st April-26th May Course 2: Tuesdays15th Sept-20th Oct.



Fingal. Contact Suzanne Bailey in Empower, Ph: 01-8209550

Note: In general, the programme is delivered to pre-formed groups, but Empower offer courses to the public. Mountview FRC, starting Friday 28th Feb 2020 and Holywell Community Centre, starting Friday 28th Feb 2020

Programme: PHEW: Programme for Healthy Eating and Weight Management

Free 6 week programme designed for overweight adults run by community Dietitians. Each session lasts 1½ hours and programme runs for 6 weeks.

Various sites over North Dublin. Contact Linda Byrne for list of dates and venues. Ph: 01-8976189 or email: [email protected]

Literature: 101 Square Meals: recipe book

Recipes that are easy to prepare, low budget and nutritious. Copies of the recipe book can be ordered from www.healthpromotion.ie

Literature: Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute (INDI) – factsheets

Factsheets covering a large range of nutrition related topics.

Find their range of factsheets here https://www.indi.ie/fact-sheets.html

Literature: Carbohydrate and Calorie counting book and app

1700 photos of food and drink and meals that assist people to count calories and choose correct portions.

Order the book from www.carbsandcals.com or online book stores. Also available as an app to download to your smartphone.

Healthy Eating Resources and Services in CHODNCC

mailto:[email protected]


http://www.indi.ie/fact-sheets.html

http://www.carbsandcals.com/

Physical Activity Resources and Services in CHO DNCC



Programme: Weaning Workshops

A variety of weaning workshops for parents are delivered within CHO9.

Ask your local primary care dietitian for details of workshops available locally.

Email referrals to [email protected]

One-to-one clinical service

Community Dietitians are working across the 7 primary care network areas in HSE Dublin North City Area. Community Dietitians are qualified to assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems.

Community Dietitians work in some primary care network areas in HSE Dublin North County Area. Community Dietitians are qualified to assess, diagnose and treat dietary and nutritional problems.

Dublin North City email: [email protected] Ph: 01-8976103

Dublin North County email: [email protected] Ph: 01-8953768

Email referrals to [email protected]








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Get Ireland Walking Support to get you walking. Regularly updated information on walking groups in your locality.

For further information go to: https:// www.getirelandwalking.ie/findgroup/

Get Ireland Active Website providing motivation and guidance to get people active. Directory of places to get active including local parks, swimming pools, gyms and playing pitches.

For further information go to: www.getirelandactive.ie

Get Ireland Active Fact sheets which provide practical advice for people living with heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, asthma and osteoporosis about overcoming concerns about becoming more active. Also general factsheets on improving balance, posture and strength.

For further information go to: www.getirelandactive.ie/Older- Adults/Resources/Fact-Sheets/



http://www.getirelandwalking.ie/findgroup/


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Park Run Parkrun is a series of 5k runs/walk held on Saturday mornings at 9.30am in areas of open space around Ireland. They are open to both runners and walkers, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

Park runs currently take place in Brickfield, Clontarf [St Annes], Darndale, Donabate, Fairview, Hartstown, Malahide, Marley, Poppintree, Porterstown, Rivervalley Swords, Tolka Valley. For further information go to: www.parkrun.ie

Programme: ExWell Programme [formally known as MedEx]

ExWell is a medical programme, therefore any person attending MUST have been referred by letter from GP/Consultant. It consists of supervised exercise classes and offers the following programmes: 1. BreatheSmart 2. HeartSmart (cardiac rehab phase 4) 3. SmartSteps (vascular/claudication) 4. Diabetes Health Steps 5. Moving On (replaces MoveOn) cancer rehabilitation.

All referrals for this service should be POSTED to: Dr Noel McCaffrey, ExWell Clinical Programme Sportslink, Furry Park, Turnapin Great, Old Airport Road, Swords Road, Santry Dublin 9. Any further queries contact: Lorraine Corcoran, ExWell Administrator Mobile: 085-2525499 email: [email protected] Tuesday-Thursday 10 am-4pm

Programme: Sports Partnerships

Deliver recreational sport to local people. There is a vast range of Sports and Recreation activities. Contact your local Sports and Fitness Centres available in your area.

For further information contact: Dublin City Council on Ph: 01-2222222 email: [email protected] or [email protected] | www.dublincitycouncil.ie

Programme: Sports Partnerships

Deliver recreational sport to local people. There is a vast range of Sports and Recreation activities. Contact your local Sports and Fitness Centres available in your area.

Fingal Sports Partnership, Sports Office, Fingal County Council, Civic Offices, Grove Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ph: 01-8905107 email: [email protected] | www.fingalcoco.ie

Service: Fingal Sports Office

Fingal County Sports office in partnership with the Football Association of Ireland, have 5 Football development officers working with schools, clubs and in the community across Fingal to promote and grow participation in football.

For more information on programmes available in your area: Dublin 15: Paul Breen, Ph: 083-8793692; Swords/ Tyrellstown/Mulhuddart: Jamie Wilson, Ph: 086-0472134; East Fingal: Sharon Boyle, Ph: 087-1323260; North Fingal: Paul Keogh, Ph: 086-0444435

Service: Community Workshop

Sports officers deliver workshops to various community groups. These workshops are aimed at coaches, volunteers, youth staff and Summer Project co-ordinators. The workshop aims to give ideas on physical activities and fun games suitable for all ages from tots to teens.

For more information contact Owen McGrath on Ph: 087-1230624 or email: [email protected]

http://www.parkrun.ie/




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Programme: Age and Opportunity: Go For Life

Go for Life, an Age & Opportunity SPORTinitiative, is the national programme for sport and physical activity for older people in Ireland, and entails: Go for Life Games: sports fests and regional gamesand activities being played all over the country byvarious groups and organisations supported by Local Sports Partnerships. Go for Life Physical Activity Leaders (PALs): workshops designed to teach members of groupshow to lead activities and sports in their local clubs,groups and communities. Go for Life CarePALs: workshops for staff and volunteers in day and residential care settings empowering them to lead suitable physicalactivities with people in their care. National Grant Scheme: a small grant scheme open to local groups and clubs to promote increased participation in recreational sport andphysical activity.

Contact the Go for Life Team on Ph: 01-8057733 email: [email protected] Find out more at: http://www.ageandopportunity.ie/what-we- do/physical-activity-sport/go-for-life-games

Programme: Age and Opportunity: Go for Life FitLine

Go for Life FitLine is a free telephone service that encourages older adults who are doing no physical activity to become more active. It is manned by volunteer older adults who are trained to motivate and encourage people to be active.

Freephone: 1800-303545 and a mentor will phone you every few weeks until you're happy with your progress.

Service: Tone Zone Pathway

Offers a range of exercise classes and gym membership. National Sports Campus, Snugborough Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Ph: 01-6464348 www.tonezone.ie | www.nationalsportscampus.ie

Programme: Falls Prevention

Exercise programme for falls prevention. Inspire Fitness Centre, Deaf Village Ireland, Ratoath Road, Cabra Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8683807

Siel Bleu Falls Prevention Class

Fall Prevention programmes - the key really is prevention. Siel Bleu Ireland Physical Trainer will help patients to maintain and improve balance and coordination to ensure they have the tools to feel confident on their feet.

Corpus Christi Parochial Hall, Home Farm Road, Drumcondra Fall Prevention & Chair Gym, Tuesday 14:00

Siel Bleu Move More and Stay Active Class

A multi-component physical activity class designed for the most active older people. Stay Active focuses on maintenance and improvement of physical condition in a dynamic and fun way while adapting to patients needs. The programme can change depending on the needs of the group; it can be an aerobic class from a combination of seated and standing positions or even a circuit class!

Move More & Stay Active St Benedict’s Stay Active, Estuary Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin. For further information Ph: 01-2096889 or email: [email protected] www.sielbleu.ie


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http://www.tonezone.ie/

http://www.nationalsportscampus.ie/


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Programme: Disability Inclusion Training

An introductory course designed to provide you with skills and ideas on how to adapt your sport, physical activity or physical education sessions to make them more inclusive for people with disabilities. This course is aimed at school staff, special needs assistants, 2nd and 3rd level students, managers, coaches, volunteers, development officers and parents. Go to http://caracentre.ie/disability-inclusion-training-online-booking to register your details.

Poppintree Community Sports Centre, Balbutcher Lane North, Poppintree, Ballymun, Dublin 11.

Programme: Men on the Move

This is a FREE physical activity programme aimed at adult men who have been inactive for a sustained period and want to get back to exercising and improve their fitness levels in a sociable environment. It involves twice weekly exercise sessions made up of a combination of aerobic, strength and flexibility components.

Glin Road Sports Complex, Coolock Dublin 17. Contact David Phelan, Health Promotion Officer Ph: 087-6525001, email: [email protected]

Programme: Older Adult Chair Aerobics

A FREE physical activity programme aimed at older adults in a community setting. Classes combine aerobic, strength, balance and flexibility components to ensure older adults keep active no matter what the age.

Contact David Phelan, Health Promotion Officer Ph: 087-6525001 email: [email protected] Classes take place in Clontarf and Eastwall

THRIVE Programme Referral programme for people with mental health difficulties. Thrive Fitness, Thrive Walking and Thrive Swimming programmes.

Venues include Darndale and Coolock. Run by Dublin City Council.

Whitehall Petanque Group

Petanque is a form of boules normally played by older adults. Open to everyone and everyone is welcome.

Every Wednesday morning in Ellenfield Park, Whitehall, Dublin 9.

Tai Chi Chair Open to everyone Tai Chi classes Erin's Isle GAA club, Farnham Drive, Finglas, Dublin 11.

http://caracentre.ie/disability-inclusion-training-online-booking






Active Aqua Aerobics

Over 55's aqua aerobics class 45 minutes with a fitness instructor. Self-referral with nominal fee.

Ballymun Sports & Fitness Centre, Main Street, Ballymun. Contact directly Ph: 01-2228240 or Vanda Cummins Physiotherapy service on email: [email protected]

The physiotherapy service runs a number of strength and balance classes for older adults – referrals are made through the physiotherapy service. If you feel you could benefit from one of these classes you should refer yourself to your local physiotherapy service.

Programme: Fitness class for older adults

Advanced class for older adults - moderate to hard effort. Fitness Instructor Barbara Murphy. Self Referal but appreciate relevant medical history. €4 per class.

Santry Community Resource Centre, Domville Court, Santry Dublin 9. Ph: 086-3854796 or email: [email protected]

Fitness class over 55's

Fitness instructor Barbara Murphy. Self Referral, but appreciate relevant medical history. €4 per class.

Larkhill Scout Den, Larkhill Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Ph: 086-3854796 email: [email protected]


Fitness instructor Barbara Murphy. Self Referral, but appreciate relevant medical history. €5 per class.

Ballybough Community Centre, Ballybough, Dublin 3. Ph: 086-3854796 email: [email protected]


Fitness instructor Barbara Murphy. Self Referral, but appreciate relevant medical history. Nominal Fee.

Clontarf (CCA) Ph: 086-3854796 or email: [email protected]

Nordic Walking Workshops

Nordic walking is one of the most sociable and effective exercise technique's around. Suitable for everyone. Nordic walking works your upper and lower body at the same time, strengthening your back and abdominal muscles, legs and arms and reducing neck and shoulder tension, all while improving the health of your heart and lungs.

Nordic workshops can be organised in your area and run by a certified Nordic walking trainer. Register your interest and contact email: [email protected]

Fingal Festival of Football

An annual event run in conjunction with the FAI Development Officers. The event is a girls-only fun festival, open to teams aged U8-U13, which provides an opportunity to play for a club for the first time, or can be used as part of a pre-season for the more established teams. It is free to attend.

Takes place in the AUL complex every August. For more information contact email: [email protected]

Nationwide Walk Sport Ireland in partnership with RTE's Operation Transformation and Fingal Sports Office holds a nationwide 3km walk every January.

Venues include Castleknock, Swords & Balbriggan. For more information email: [email protected]

Fingal Pitch and Putt League

Established by the Sports Office in 2015, this league competition is delivered over 10 weeks during the summer. It is a social outlet for all participants. Open to everyone.

Contact Caitriona Geraghty on Ph: 01-8906247 or email: [email protected]










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Golf for visually impaired

Golf lessons for people with visual impairment and runs for 10 weeks. This programme is free and open to children and adults with a visual impairment.

Drynam Golf Academy, Kinsealy, Co. Dublin

Disability Awareness in Sport

2 hour workshop designed to build awareness around people with disabilities participating in community sport and physical activity.

Follow link below to CARA website for information on the training. http://caracentre.ie/ training-and- education/disability-awareness-in-sport-workshop/

Frame Football Frame football is played by participants that require a mobility frame. Players can use any part of the frame or their body to play the ball. It can be played both indoor and outdoor.

Applewood Community Centre. Contact Stephen McGinn on Ph: 087-9864611 email: [email protected]

Powerchair football 2 day event held in Gormanstown Park. Please contact Stephen McGinn on Ph: 087-9864611 email: [email protected]

Fingal Aqua Fit Aqua Aerobic exercise classes that run for 8-10 weeks in Spring, Autumn and Winter (depending on pool availability). For over 55's Cost €15.

These classes take place in National Aquatic Centre, Portmarnock Sports and Leisure Club and Sportslink Santry. For more information contact Caitriona Geraghty on Ph: 01-8906247 or email: [email protected]

Go for Life Games A Fingal team has participated in this national event in DCU since 2012. The games involve Lobbers (adapted from boules), Flisk (adapted from horseshoe pitching) and Scidils (adaptation of ten-pin bowling with one skittle). A team is selected from the Go for Life League.

For more information contact Caitriona Geraghty Ph: 01-8906247 or email: [email protected]

Physical Activity Leader

PAL is a physcial activity leader who is already part of a group or club and is willing to lead activities. PAL's lead their local group in short exercise routines, fun games, simple dances and sports such as pitch and toss. Groups may include active retirement groups, sports clubs, ICA groups or other social groups that meet regularly.

For more information contact Caitriona Geraghty Ph: 01-8906247 or email: [email protected]

Sports Conditioning Is a specialised training module for children of all abilities, aimed at improving fundamental movement skill. These skills include loco- motor skills (hopping, skipping, jumping) manipulative skills (throwing, catching, kicking and striking) and body managment skills (balance, rolling, climbing and line walking).

For more information contact Owen McGrath Ph: 087-1230624 or email: [email protected]

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Parents workshop The "healthy children" parents workshop is a 1 hour workshop for parents to inform them about physical activity and healthy eating practices for children. It gives information for parents on what constitutes healthy eating and physical activity as well as practical tips and videos to improve children's overall health and wellbeing.

For more information contact Owen McGrath on Ph: 087-1230624 or email: [email protected]

Cricket Fingal County Sports in partnership with Cricket Leinster, has a Cricket Development Officer who is responsible for promoting grassroots cricket, developing the game across Fingal and supporting local clubs.

For more information contact Brian O'Rourke on email: [email protected]

Rugby Fingal County Sports in partnership with Leinster Rugby has a community Rugby officer (CRO) who is responsible for co-ordinating the club community rugby officers and promoting the sport in the community. Programmes include primary and secondary school rugby, tag rugby blitz and commmunity programmes.

For more information contact Stephen Costelloe Ph: 087-9844168 or email: [email protected]

Tennis Fingal Sports Office in partnership with Tennis Ireland, has a Tennis development officer working with schools and clubs across Fingal to promote and grow tennis.

For more information on the programmes available contact: Tara Congdon, Ph: 085-1076000 or email: [email protected]

Staff Tennis Fingal County Council delivers a 6 week staff training programme every year. This is a fun introductory programme and a fantastic way to keep fit during lunch time.

The workshops are delivered in Swords Tennis Club and Hazel Lawn Blanchardstown. Contact: Tara Congdon, Ph: 085-1076000 or email: [email protected]

Park Tennis Park Tennis provide tennis coaching at a grassroots level, nationwide in 165 locations, during the summer holidays, for boys and girls aged between 5 and 17 years. Dublin and Cork operate all year round. The aim of this service is to provide cost-effective and fun filled tennis coaching and organised play to as many children as possible from all social backgrounds, especially those that are not exposed to the game.

Locations in Fingal include: Baldoyle, Balbriggan, Blanchardstown, Carpenterstown, Donabate, Hartstown, Howth, Lusk, Skerries and Swords. Contact: Tara Congdon for more details Ph: 085-1076000, email: [email protected]













Smoking Cessation All stop smoking support services are free and available to anyone who would like to stop smoking. Individuals can self refer to any of the services using contact details provided.

Contact for one-to-one support/appt Northside Partnership, Bunratty Drive & Kish House, Kilbarrack. Contact: Karen O'Neill, Ph: 085-8478961 or Michael Malone, Ph: 085-8478960. Mater Hospital: For staff, service users and local community. Contact: Noeline White, Ph: 01-8034021 email: [email protected] Connolly Hospital: For staff, service users and local community. Ph: Joeren Rescate, 01-6465075 email: [email protected] Beaumont Hospital: For staff, service users and local community. Ph: Olive Gibson, 01-8092941 email: [email protected] Rotunda Hospital: Contact: Elizabeth Iredale, Ph: 01-8730700, email: [email protected]

Tobacco Resources and Services in CHO DNCC








Tobacco Resources and Services in CHO DNCC


Smoking CessationGroup Support

Smoking Cessation

Smoking Cessation Group Support

Smoke Free Homes

Smoking Cessation Group Support for mental health services

The “We Can Quit” is a free, 12 week, stop smoking support programme for women only, offering group support, one to one support and free Nicotine Replacement Therapy. It is run at key times during the year in a number of locations in North Dublin and run in partnership with the Irish Cancer Society, HSE, Local Area Partnerships and local pharmacies.

Phone and Online Support You can contact or refer to the HSE "QUIT" team.

The Northside Partnership deliver a number of 6 week structured Tobacco Cessation groups in the following locations: Dublin City University, Doris Bui, Coláiste Dhulaigh, Kish House, Bunratty Drive and Library Ilac Centre.

The Northside Partnership & Empower run a Smoke Free Homes Project which is aimed at encouraging homes to have designated rooms in their home smoke free. They can apply at 3 award levels: bronze, silver and gold.

The Recovery HUB offer a number of structured Tobacco cessation groups for the mental health service users. Any day hospital, residential or acute setting in CHODNCC can refer their service users to this programme.

For details of all groups in North Dublin Contact: Sue, Ph: 087-9683020 or email: [email protected] Details and registration form can also be found on www.cancer.ie/we-can-quit

For further information go to www.quit.ie [online quit plan] Freephone: 1800-201203 email: [email protected] text: free, text QUIT to 50100 Tweet: @HSEQuitTeam Facebook Us: facebook.com/HSEQuit

For further information contact: Northside Partnership, Bunratty Drive & Kish House, Kilbarrack. Contact: Karen O'Neill, Ph: 085-8478961 or Michael Malone, Ph: 085-8478960.

For further information contact: Northside Partnership, Bunratty Drive & Kish House, Kilbarrack. Contact: Karen O'Neill, Ph: 085-8478961 or Michael Malone, Ph: 085-8478960 or Empower, Contact: Sue, Ph: 087-9683020 or email: [email protected]

Contact Rebecca Lawlor, Staff Nurse for further information on: CHO – Area 9, DNC Mental Health Services Recovery Hub, 230 North Circular Road Dublin 7 Ph: 01-8387012 | Mob: 0867784730 email: [email protected]


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Alcohol and Drugs Resources and Services in CHO DNCC






Ask About Alcohol website

Reliable information and support about alcohol. Includes a service finder which provides contact details about local support groups.

For further information go to: www.askaboutalcohol.ie

Drugs and alcohol helpline

A free confidential place where anyone can talk through their concerns about drugs or alcohol, get information about services and consider the options available to them to improve their situation.

For further information Freephone: 1800-459459 (Mon.-Fri, 9.30am- 5.30pm) or email support: [email protected]

Alcohol Ireland Working to reduce levels of alcohol harm in Ireland and improve public health, safety and wellbeing.

https://alcoholireland.ie/about/

Al Anon Ireland Strength and hope for families and friends of problem drinkers. Voluntary support service where the friends and family members of problem drinkers share their experiences and learn how to apply the principles of the Al Anon program to their individual situations. Meeting locations are on the link provided.

http://www.al-anon-ireland.org/

Dual Diagnosis Ireland

Dual Diagnosis Ireland is a registered charity to raise awareness of the issue of dual doagnosis. This is a term to describe when a person suffers from an addiction and other mental health issue(s).The charity offer support and advice to people and families and assist in accessing appropriate services.

email: [email protected] or visit www.dualdiagnosis.ie for more information


http://www.askaboutalcohol.ie/


http://www.al-anon-ireland.org/


http://www.dualdiagnosis.ie/




Drugs.ie Drugs and alcohol information and support, including a directory of services.

For further information go to: www.drugs.ie

Advocacy UISCE is the National Advocacy Service. It works to make sure that the human rights of people who use drugs are protected and supported.

8 Cabra Road, Phibsborough, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-5554693 or email: info@ myuisce.org

Support Group/ Counselling

ACRG (Aftercare Recovery Group) provide drug/alcohol free day programme, group therapy, 1 to 1 counselling. No charge.

48 Seville Place, Dublin 1. Ph: 01-8557611, email: [email protected] Tony Keogh, Project Man.


Crinan Youth Project (Salesian Youth Enterprises). Drugs & Alcohol day treatment programmes, holistic treatments, group programmes, art therapy, yoga, relaxation and family support services.

Crinan Youth Project, 72 Sean Mc Dermottt St, D1. Ph: 01-8558792, Helpline: 085-7358581/085-2088368 www.crinanyp.org email: [email protected]


H.O.P.E is a community service for anyone with addiction issues and their families.

Unit 5, Killarney Court, Buckingham St. Upr, Dublin 1 Ph: 01-8878404, email: [email protected]


The Oasis Centre LTC (Deara Project). The Oasis Centre Ltd, St Laurence's Place East, Seville Place, Dublin 1. Ph: 01-8364524, email: [email protected] | www.oasiscentre.ie


Saol Project – A range of aftercare drug free programmes. Target group women with issues as a result of poly-drug use including alcohol. No charge.

58 Amiens Street, Dublin 1. Ph: 8553391, Ph: (secondary): 01-8553393 email: [email protected] | www.saolproject.ie


Sassy - Substance abuse service specific to Youth - HSE community service providing support to young people for whom drug use or alcohol use is having a significant negative impact on their daily lives.Offers counselling and cognitive therapy.

22 Mountjoy Street East, Dublin 1. Ph: 01-8566837 email: [email protected] Opening times: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00


Crosscare Drug & Alcohol Programme. Alcohol/Drugs/Gambling/Training/Support.

The Red House, Clonliffe College, D3. Ph: 01-8360911 email: [email protected] | www.crosscare.ie

17 The Rear Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. Ph: 01-8405100, email: [email protected] or [email protected]

www.crosscare.ie/index.php/drug-alcohol-counselling Linen Court, Harbour Mill, Mill Street, Balbriggan, Co Dublin, Email: [email protected] | [email protected] [email protected]

http://www.drugs.ie/


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http://www.oasiscentre.ie/


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Crosscare Teen Counselling for 13-18 year olds. 20 Arran Quay, Dublin 7. Contact: Aidan Browne on Ph: 01-5574705, or email: [email protected]


Dublin North East Drugs & Alcohol Task Force. The Mornington Centre, 44A, Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Ph: 01-8465070 email: [email protected] www.dnetaskforce.ie


KCCP (Kilbarrack Coast Community Programme) - Drugs/alcohol rehabilitation programme, youth prevention programme, play therapy and family support programme.

Kilbarrack Coast Community Programme, Kilbarrack Community Hall, Greendale road, Kilbarrack, Dublin 5. Ph: 01-8324516, Helpline: 01-8324516, email: [email protected] | www.kccp.ie


The Loft - (Local Outreach Family Therapies) is a community based project responding to young people and families in Cabra affected by alcohol and substance misuse.

The Loft, 67 Dowth Avenue, Cabra, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8384377, Helpline: 085 7672169, www.theloft.ie, email: [email protected], Opening times: 9am to 5pm


Stanhope Centre offers a number of services to individuals, families, and couples with varying levels of concern with alcohol problems.

Stanhope Centre, Lower Grangegorman Road, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-6773965, Helpline: 01-6773965, email: [email protected] | http://stanhopeservice.com Opening times: Mon-Fri. 9am-12:30pm and 2pm-5pm.


Domville House Ballymun. Domville House, Ballymun Road, Ballymun, Dublin 9. Helpline: 01-8579900/01-8620111 | Fax: 01-8579912 email: [email protected]


HSE Addiction Service - Ballymun. Ballymun Healthcare Facility, Main St, Ballymun, Dublin 9. Ph: 01-8467309, email: [email protected].


Star Project - Stabilisation programme, drug free programme and family support programme. No charge.

Horizons Centre, Balcurris Road, Ballymun, Dublin 11. Ph: 01-8467930 http://www.starballymun.ie, email: [email protected], Opening times: Monday - Friday (9:30am-4:30pm) out of hours.


Ballymun Youth Action Project Ltd. The services provided through this project provide a response to individuals, families, or to the community at any stage of their journey of concern about drug or alcohol use.

Horizons Centre, Balcurris Road, Ballymun, Dublin 11. Ph: 01-8428071, email: [email protected] www.byap.ie



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Coolmine Ashleigh House – Women's Residential Programme. Damastown Walk, Damastown Ind. Estate, Dublin 15. Ph: 01-8251100, Ph: (secondary): 087-1229307 Helpline: 087-1229307, email: [email protected] www.coolmine.ie | Opening times: 24hr residential.

Residential Coolmine Lodge - Men's Residential Programme. Grove Road, Blanchardstown, D15. Ph: 01-8214545, Ph: secondary: 087-9212727, Helpline: 087-1229307 email: [email protected] | www.coolmine.ie Opening times: 24hr residential.


Coolmine Alcohol Programme. Coolmine Lodge,Grove road, Blanchardstown, D15. Ph: 087-1229307, email: [email protected] www.coolmine.ie – Community Alcohol Programme is a part-time day programme, meeting twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10am-1pm.


Corduff Community Youth Projects. Corduff Sports Centre, Blackcourt Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Helpline: 086-8338973 (John Cash), 086-8209891 (Deborah Stack) email: [email protected] | www.foroige.ie


Genesis Therapy Service. Genesis Therapy Service, Blackcourt Rd., Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Ph: 01-8202764 email: [email protected] | www.genesistherapy.ie


HSE, Rehabiliation Integration Service. HSE Addiction Service, Corduff Primary Care Centre, Blackcourt Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ph: 076-6956720, Ph: (secondary): 086-7810235 email: [email protected] | www.hse.ie Opening times: Mon.–Fri. 9am-5pm by appointment


The Web Family Support - therapeutic services in an integrated way to support young children and their families. No charge.

Buzzardstown House, Mulhuddart, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Ph: 086-0413681 email: [email protected] | www.foroige.ie


Tolka River Project – offers diverse employment and training opportunities to marginalised stabilised drug users through a supportive community employment scheme. No charge.

Tolka River Project, Buzzardstown Campus, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15. Ph: 01-8242060, Ph: (secondary); 087-6684671 email: [email protected] | www.tolkariver.ie Opening times: 8am-4pm the structured program business Monday - Friday


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Alcoholics Anonymous Dublin 1,3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17.

Santry, Dublin 9, Ph: 01-8420700 email: [email protected] www.alcoholicsanonymous.ie


Beldale View Treatment Centre. Beldale View, Treatment Centre, Old Belcamp Lane, Darndale, Dublin 17. Ph: 01-8488951 email: [email protected]


RASP provide services for individuals from Dublin 17 and the surrounding areas that are engaged in relevant treatment for addiction and are actively seeking support and want to embrace change.

10c Ringuard House, Malahide Road Ind. Estate, Greencastle Parade, Dublin 17, Ph: 01-8774184 email: [email protected] www.raspprogramme.com


Sharing Point. Northside Enterprise Centre, Bunratty Drive, Coolock, Dublin 17, Ph: 01-8675205, Helpline: 086-8353706, email: [email protected] | www.sharingpoint.ie


Sphere 17 Regional Youth Service. Sphere 17, Regional Youth Service Darndale, D17. Ph: 01-8674348, Ph: (secondary): 086-1735822 email: [email protected] | www.sphere17.ie


ACET – Offer practical and emotional one to one support to people affected by addiction and HIV.

50 Lower Gardiner Street Dublin 1. Ph: 01-8787700 or email: [email protected]


Soilse – addication programmes, pre detox and drug free programmes.

Basement offices, 16-22 Green Street Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8724535 or email: [email protected]


Gateway project – pre-employment education and skills training project for women recovering from addictions.

42 Manor Street, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8223002 or email: [email protected]


SNUG – counselling, support and advocacy service. Offers brief intervention and crisis therapy for people affected by addiction.

MACRO Community Centre, 1 Green Street Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8786231 or email: [email protected]


Chrysalis – community drug project which focuses on harm reduction. Provide support to individuals and families within the North Dublin inner city.

33 Manor Street, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-8823362 or email: [email protected]


The Talbot Centre - develop supportive relationships with children, young people and their families in the North Inner City whose lives have been affected by drug and alcohol misuse. Education and interventions.

29 Upper Buckingham Street, Dublin 1. Ph: 01-836 3434 or email: [email protected]


http://www.alcoholicsanonymous.ie/



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North Dublin Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force. 32-33 Main St, Malahide, Co. Dublin, Ph: 01-2233493, email: [email protected] | www.ndublinrdtf.ie

North Dublin Community Care Service (Drug & Alcohol Support)

The North Dublin Community Care Service is a free and confidential community-based support service for anyone living in north county Dublin experiencing problems with drug and/or alcohol use. The service is for both adults and under 18s.

Please Ph: 01-8131786, or email: [email protected]

Fingal Families Specialised support for families and individuals in north Co. Dublin living/coping with another person’s drug and/or alcohol use. The Family Support Service is a free, confidential and non-judgmental service.

Please contact: the Family Support Specialist, Siobhan Maher, Ph: 01-223 3493, 086-7935644 email: [email protected]

Traveller & New Communities Specific Drug & Alcohol Support Service

A frontline drug and alcohol service for Travellers and New Communities in North Co Dublin/North Fingal.

Please contact: the Task Force on Ph: 01-813 1786.

TravAct Group Traveller Focused Advocacy Group who provide alcohol and drug support to travellers staying in Dublin 5, 13 and 17.

Outreach Centre, Clonshaugh Ave, Priorswood, Dublin 17. Contact: Drugs Outreach Worker Marian McKenna on Ph: 01-848 6515 or email: [email protected]

Baldoyle Family Resource Services

The organisation provides a range of family and community support services including: Information and Referral Services, Adult and Child Counselling Service, Rainbows Programme, Family Support Services for Drugs and Alcohol Education/Prevention programmes.

Baldoyle Family Resource Service, Grange Road, Baldoyle, Dublin 13. Contact: Drug / Alcohol Support Worker Niamh Dowdall on Ph: 01-8326115 / 089-4364944, email: [email protected]

Bonnybrook Parent Support Project

Target group – Drug Users, Parents and their families. The Bonnybrook Fairfield Riverside Parents Support Group provides intensive focused support to families with a range of needs. A blanket approach is adopted to empower families with supports and coping mechanisms. Activities – 1:1 counselling (family counselling), Family Support Outreach, Treatment and Rehabilitation referrals, Personal Development, Spiritual Healing, Family Coping Skills, Arts and Crafts, Drugs Education Programme, Citizens Information Advocacy (Social Welfare), Massage and Reiki Healing, Addiction Management (N.A. meetings and C.A. Meetings.

Brookhaven Rehabilitation Centre, Glin Road, Bonnybrook, Coolock Dublin 17. Contact: Marie Hanlon Ph: 01-8770205, 01-8771084 or 087-9654821 email: [email protected]


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Dales Centre The Dales works from a harm reduction philosophy and there are few constraints imposed on people using the service. The Dales operates an 'Open Door' policy and people are free to walk in to meet staff and talk. We provide One to One support and Care Planning for individuals who need support around their drug or alcohol use.

Unit 3/4, Darndale Village Campus, Darndale, Dublin 17. Contact: Manager Dermot Gough Ph: 01-8487733 & 087-9050683 email: [email protected]

Donnycarney Youth Project

The Donnycarney Youth Project strives to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for young people and adults in the community by promoting positive life choices. We aim to respond to local needs in relation to young people and to those affected by drug use.

“Le Cheile”, Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Contact: Manager Lorraine Stewart, Ph: 01-8314985/ 01-8510378, email: [email protected]

Donnycarney Drugs Project

Donnycarney Drug Team works with all drug users regardless of their drug of choice to support them in their journey towards a drug free lifestyle. We offer a wide range of services including one to one work and group work. Some of the groups running currently are: aftercare, relapse prevention and stabilisation and SMART Recovery.

“Le Cheile”, Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Contact: Manager Lorraine Stewart Ph: 01-8314985 / 01-8510378, email: [email protected]

Donnycarney Special CE scheme

CE Scheme for Education,Training & Rehabilitation is a DSP funded programme to enable those with drug issues to address their addiction while giving them an opportunity to upskill. The clients are encouraged and supported to access training courses in local colleges and centres of learning.

“Le Cheile”, Donnycarney Community & Youth Centre, Collins Avenue East, Donnycarney, Dublin 5. Contact: Manager Nicola Galbraith Ph: 01-8314985, email: [email protected]

EDIT (Edenmore Drugs Intervention Team)

Edenmore Drug Intervention Team is a Community Drug and Alcohol Project providing a wide range of services to young people and adults regarding their own, or a loved ones' drug and alcohol use. We do not charge for our services.

Unit 6 Edenmore Shopping Centre, Edenmore Raheny, Dublin D05 KH36. Contact: Service Manager Deborah Morgans Ph: 01-8670271, email: [email protected]

Kilbarrack Youth Matters

Work with “at-risk” young people and are involved with programmes delivered in local schools. Some of our activities include, after schools clubs, life skills training, arts & crafts, cooking, budgeting, drug awareness, drama, personal development, photography and desktop publishing.

Community Hall, Greendale Road, Kilbarrack, Dublin 5. Contact: Lisa Dowling, Mandy Ryan Ph: 01-8324516, email: [email protected]

ADAPT Community Drug Team

Support and facilitate drug users in the area who wish to access treatment and rehabilitation. Drop-in service or scheduled intake. No charge. Dublin 15 catchment area.

37A Coolmine Industrial Estate, Blanchardstown Dublin 15. Contact: Elaine Moore/Ger Supplev on Ph: 01-8219140, email: [email protected]











Ana Liffey Drug Project

Range of drug addiction services and programmes. No charge. 48 Middle Abbey Street Dublin 1. Contact: Dawn Russell. Ph: 01-87868999 or email: [email protected]

Cabra Resource Centre

Services include: counselling, family support, youth intervention(16+), drug awareness and psycho education. For individuals and families affected by substance misuse including alcohol. No charge.

67 Dowth Avenue, Cabra, Dublin 7. Contact: Liz O'Driscoll Ph: 087-2509665 email: [email protected]

Mulhuddart/Corduff Community Drugs and Alcohol Team

Alcohol and Drug misuse and addiction service. No charge.

Parslickstown House, Ladyswell Road, Mulhuddart Dublin 15. Contact: Marie McKay Ph: 01-8216601, or email: [email protected]

Northside Partnership Labour Inclusion Programme

Drugs and alcohol support, holistic treatments, literacy, numeracy, computers and advocacy. Target group: Ex DRUG mis-users.

Coolock Development Centre, Bunratty Drive Coolock Dublin 17. Contact: Sarah Farrelly Ph: 01-8485630, or email: [email protected]

Northwest Inner City Training and Development Project

Stabilisation programme for recovering drug addiction who are in treatment in local area. Aftercare project.

9 Henrietta Street Dublin 1. Contact: Sean Dunne Ph: 01-8737014, or email: [email protected]

Sankalpa Stabilisation day programme called Turning Point and special CE scheme called Connect to the Workplace for drug free clients in recovery. No charge to either programme.

Unit 8 Glasnevin Business Centre, Ballyboggan Rd, Dublin 11. Contact: Tom O'Brien Ph: 01-830290, or email: [email protected]

Prevention/ Education: Health Promotion Taskforce

SÁMH (Substance Abuse & Mental health) Groups develop capacity building, drug information & education, community engagement. School supports at local level.

Health Promotion & Training Ph: 086-7815076 / 01-2233493 email: [email protected]

Prevention/ Education Intervention

Provide drug awareness training, information and interventions in youth and community services in order to address substance misuse issues.

The Mornington Centre, 44a Malahide Road, Artane, Dublin 5. Contact: Vanessa Hoare Ph: 087-7977833, or email: [email protected]

Prevention Education Worker

Dublin North East Drugs & Alcohol Task Force. Vanessa Hoare Ph: 087 7977833 email: [email protected]


Dublin North East Drugs & Alcohol Task Force. Sarah Leach Ph: 087-7209767 email: [email protected]















Dublin North East Drugs & Alcohol Task Force. Claire Crimmins 087-1813717 email: [email protected]

Prevention/ Education: Early Childhood Support Service

Northside Partnership’s Early Childhood Support Service works along side DNEDATF projects, childcare centres and other community organisations to support the needs of young children who may have experienced the effects of parental substance misuse. This is done by engaging directly with parents, delivering a socio-emotional learning programme for young children and offering therapeutic support, where appropriate.

Northside Partnership, The Bell Building, Darndale/Belcamp Village Centre, Darndale, Dublin 17. Contact: Early Years Programme Manager Emma Byrne-MacNamee, Ph: 01-8771509 email: emma.byrne@nspartnership

Prevention/ Education: Blakestown and Mountview Neighbourhood Youth Project

Broad family support including parents modular education programme, drug awareness and prevention programmes and counselling.

Sherlin Road, Clonsilla Dublin 15. Contact: David Creed on 01-8205253 email: [email protected]

Foróige Blanchardstown Drug Prevention Education Project

One to one, group and peer drug addiction support in partnership with SASSY. For under 18's with substance misuse issues. No charge.

Main Street, Blanchardstown Village Dublin 15. Contact: Miriam Ryan Ph: 01-8212012 email: [email protected]

Prevention/ Education

Blakestown & Mountview Youth Iniatiative – Education and prevention project providing service to young people 13-18 and their families in the Blanchardstown area. Targeted for young people at risk of involvement in drug use and their families.

BMYI, Blakestown Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Ph: 01-8210055, email: [email protected] www.bmyi.ie





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Wellbeing Resources and Services in CHO DNCC

Resource Service Details Location/Contact

Emotional & Mental Well-being Supports

Relaxation and Mindfulness

Learn about how and why to practice relaxation and mindfulness exercises. Relaxation and mindfulness training are helpful for managing stress as well as helping people cope with physical illness and ongoing medical treatment.

For further information go to: www.beaumont.ie/marc Mindfulness and Relaxation Centre


Stress Control Together with HSE psychology colleagues in North Dublin, the psychology department of Mater Hospital co-facilitate the stress control series of psycho-education sessions for stress management. Sessions include, learning about stress, controlling your body, controlling your thoughts, controlling your actions, controlling panic and controlling sleep problems. It is open to Mater Hospital patients, staff and the general public.

For further information Ph 01-854 5439 / 01-8975154 or Contact: Jackie McCabe about stress control programmes in the community on Ph: 01-8976171 email: [email protected]


Fingal Counselling Service

Fingal Counselling Service is a community based voluntary counselling service providing confidential, non-directive counselling. The service offers a safe and confidential environment where clients are encouraged and supported while working through their difficulties. This service can be a lifeline to people when they are most vulnerable. Our counsellors are trained in Humanistic counselling. • Bereavement, loss and separation • Suicide Bereavement • Marital and Relationship difficulties • Depression, Stress & Anxiety • Physical, Sexual & Emotional Abuse

Fingal Counselling Service BASE Resource Centre, Brackenstown, Swords, Co. Dublin. Ph: 01-8902596 10am-1pm – Monday to Friday

All communication regarding appointments must be conducted through this number. An answering service is in operation and all calls will be returned

email: [email protected]

http://www.beaumont.ie/marc







Northside Counselling Service

Northside Counselling Service provide a caring, confidential, professional and non-judgmental service, in a safe and secure therapeutic space. Counsellors are professionally trained to a high standard and are supported in their work by our very experienced team of clinical supervisors.

Northside Counselling Service CDC, Bunratty Drive, Coolock, Dublin, Ireland. Ph: 01-8484789


Target Counselling Counselling service – self or professional referral. Target Scoil Na Trionoid Naofa, Newbrook Road, Donaghmede, Dublin 13. Ph: 01 8670279


24 hour Pieta House Suicide Helpline

Pieta House provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in self-harm. Calls are answered by trained Counsellors.

For further information Freephone: 1800-247-247 or Text HELP to 51444 | www.pieta.ie


Samaritans Samaritans telephone service is available 24 hours a day for confidential and non-judgmental support.

www.samaritans.ie | Freephone: 116 123. We’re here round the clock, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you need a response immediately, it’s best to call us on the phone. This number is FREE to call.



Family Resourse Service / Centres

Provide counselling and support to individuals and groups.Support personal and group development. Provide information, advice and support to target groups and families. Provide information concerning the range of services and development options available locally and advice on accessing rights and entitlements and act as a focal point for onward referrals to mainstream service providers.Deliver education courses and training.Establish new community groups to meet local needs and the delivery of services at local level (for example, childcare facilities, after-school clubs, men’s groups, etc.) Practical assistance to individuals and community groups such as access to information technology and office facilities.

Family Resource Centres in this area: Aster Ph: 01-5161146, email: [email protected] Baldoyle Ph: 01-832 6115, E: [email protected] Ballyboden Ph: 01-493 5953, E: [email protected] Ballymun Ph: 01-852 7183, E: [email protected] Hillstreet Ph: 01-874 6810, E: [email protected] Mountview Ph: 01-820 6171 email: [email protected] / [email protected] Tús Nua ArtaneCoolock, Ph: 01-851 2289 email: [email protected]

For further information go to: www.familyresource.ie


Connect Free telephone counselling and support service for any adult who has experienced abuse, trauma or neglect in childhood.

For further information Ph: Helpline 1800-477477 www.connectcounselling.ie


HSE National Counselling Services

Free Counselling Service for adults who have experienced trauma and abuse in childhood.

Self referral is accepted. Further information Freephone: 1800-234118, email: [email protected] https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health- services/national-counselling-service/

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GROW GROW helps people who have suffered, or are suffering, from mental health problems. Members are helped to recover from all forms of mental breakdown, or indeed, to prevent such happening. GROW has a national network of over 130 groups in Ireland. Its principal strength is the support members give each other from their own experience.

Raheny Group: Monday at 2.30pm St. Francis Hospice Priory Rooms, Station Road, Raheny, Dublin 5. Free parking. Balbriggan GROW meeting: takes place on Mondays at 2pm in Balbriggan Community rooms in the Community Centre, Dublin Street, Balbriggan. For further information Ph: 1890-474474 or www.grow.ie


Aware Provides support and information to people experiencing depression and bipolar conditions. Provides a free support line, support email and local support groups. Provides information and local online life skills training.

For further information phone Support Line: 1800-804848 email: [email protected] www.aware.ie


Private Counsellors Clients who wish to access counselling or psychotherapy privately, the following four professional organisations are recognised / recommended by the HSE Directors of Counselling group.

The Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), Carmichael House, 4 Brunswick North, Dublin 7. Ph: 01-2303536, email: [email protected] | www.iacp.ie The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) Ph: 01-4720105 www.psychologicalsociety.ie The Irish Council for Psychotherapy [ICP] Ph: 01-9058658 www.psychotherapycouncil.ie Irish Association for Humanistic Psychotherapy [IAHIP] Ph: 01-2841665 | www.iahip.org


Recovery Colleges Recovery Colleges provide recovery focused education where the person with the self experience of distress is recognised as the expert. Recovery Colleges work to create spaces where people can come together to share and learn about recovery from mental health and addiction challenges.

Dublin North East, Recovery College, The Healthy Living Centre, Dublin City University, Glasnevin, Dublin 9. For further information: Ph 01-7007907 or email: [email protected] http://recoverycollege.ie/


Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC)

Short-term general counselling service for people with a medical card. Suitable for persons experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship problems, loss issues etc.

GP or other members of the Primary Care Team with the GP’s awareness can make referral using the standard CIPC referral form. For further information contact: CIPC Counselling Coordinator, Unit 1, 1st Floor, St. Fintans, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin Ph: 076-6957170 / 076 6957171


Turn to me Free counselling from your couch. All sessions are online providing 8 free sessions.

To book your 8 free sessions visit www.turn2me.org/onlinecounselling/details

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http://www.psychologicalsociety.ie/

http://www.psychotherapycouncil.ie/

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Mental Health Ireland Mental Health Ireland is a national voluntary organisation whose aim is to promote positive mental health and wellbeing to all individuals and communities in Ireland. Area Development Officers deliver awareness-raising initiatives and targeted education and training programmes on mental health issues in a variety of settings in local communities. 7 local mental health associations provide a range of supports for people with mental health conditions in their community.

For further information go to: https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/


HSE Mental Health Support

HSE Mental Health and Suicide Support. Dublin North, Dublin North Central and Dublin North West. This service is for a consultation with a Psychiatrist.

Referral needs to be made by GP or Consultant. For further information go to; https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/ list/1/lho/northdublin/ mentalhealth https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/dubncentral/ment al-health-services/mental-health-services-in-dublin-north- central.html https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/dublinnw/mental- health-services/


Psychiatry of later life This is a service for those over 65 years who are experiencing mental illness or dementia for the first time.

Referral to the consultant-led-team is through the G.P. service, based at: 61 Eccles Street, D7. Ph: 01-860 0488


Psychiatry of later life Frailty Education Programme. Clinical Nurse Specialist in Dementia Mental Health Services for Older Persons, Ashlin Centre, Beaumont Road, Dublin 9. For further information Ph 01-7977275


HSE National Directory of Mental Health Services

The National Directory of Mental Health Services is a resource that offers a single national view of all the HSE mental health services that are available throughout Ireland, including those services delivered through a section 38 or section 39 service level agreement. Emergency Departments, GP out-of-hour clinics and Approved Centres operated by the independent/private sector are likewise included.

For MHD and the CHOs it provides an up-to-date and valuable tool to inform future planning and resource allocation as well as containing data that is useful for report writing and responding to queries. For all staff, the directory offers a single source of information when searching for the location, contact details and opening hours of a particular service.

For further information go to: http://hsenet.hse.ie/HSE_Central/MentalHealthDivision/Nati onal_Directory_of_Mental_Health_Services/

http://www.hse.ie/eng/services/

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Information and directory of supports

Reliable advice, information and signposting to support services for mental health and wellbeing.

For further information go to: www.yourmentalhealth.ie

Social & Community Mental Health Booklets Link to a range of booklets on Mental Health in English and other languages to download or order.

For further information go to: https:// www.hse.ie/eng/ services/list/4/mental-health-services/nosp/resources/booklets/

Social & Community Advocacy Service The National Advocacy Service (NAS) works with people under 65 with disabilities.

Ph: 0761-07300, email: [email protected] National Advocacy Service for People with Disabilities, National Office, C/O Citizens Information Board.

Social & Community Spun out Ireland's youth information website created by young people, for young people. Aim to educate and inform readers about the importance of holistic well-being and how good health can be maintained, both physically and mentally.

www.spunout.ie

Social & Community SAGE Advocacy Sage Advocacy is a support and advocacy service for vulnerable adults, older people and healthcare patients.

For further information Ph: 01-536-7330 24-26 Upper Ormond Quay, Dublin 7. email: [email protected] www.thirdageireland.ie/sage

Social & Community National Council for the Blind Ireland (NCBI)

NCBI is the national sight loss agency. It is a not-for-profit agency that provides supports and services for people who are experiencing difficulties with their eyesight. Services include advice and information, emotional support and counselling as well as practical solutions, technology and training to build confidence and independence.

For further information go to:www.ncbi.ie Ph 01-830 7033, email: [email protected]

Social & Community Chime Chime, the National Charity for Deafness and Hearing Loss offers support, services and advocacy to anyone affected by hearing loss. Our vision is a society with no limits or barriers for anyone living with deafness or hearing loss. Our team of professionals provide information and advice; individual, family and group support; technology for the home, school and workplace, including hearing aids.

Call our Information Line on 1800-256257 or email: [email protected] for any queries related to hearing loss, or call in to any Chime centre around the country.

For further information visit: www.chime.ie

Social & Community Men's Sheds Community-based, non-commercial organisation which is open to all men where the primary activity is the provision of a safe, friendly and inclusive environment where the men are able to gather and/or work on meaningful projects at their own pace, in their own time and in the company of other men.

To find local Sheds go to: www.menssheds.ie Ph: 01-8916150 email: [email protected]

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Social & Community National Adult Literacy Agency

Help with reading, writing, maths and technology. Freephone: 1800-202065 Freetext: 50050 | www.takethefirststep.ie

Social & Community National Adult Literacy Agency

Information on health literacy. For further information go to: www.nala.ie Ph: 01-412 7900, email: [email protected]

Social & Community Accessible transport service

Vantastic is a not-for-profit charity that offers accessible transport services to people with disabilities, mobility impairments and not-for-profit groups.

Freephone: 1800 242 703 https://vantastic.ie/

Social & Community Dublin Bus Accessible Transport including demonstrations & training. For further information contact: 01-7033204 Accessibility Officer, 59 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin 1. http://www.dublinbus.ie/Your-Journey1/Accessibility/

Social & Community Irish Wheelchair Association

On-Road Driving Assessment / Parking Permits Services to people with limited mobility including: • Motoring/ Parking Permits • On-road driving assessments • Assisted Living • Resource & Outreach • Enhanced Homecare Services • Wheelchair Solutions • Housing • Holidays/ Respite Service • Rehabilitation Training

For further information contact: 01-8186400, Helpline 01-8186455, email: [email protected] | www.iwa.ie

Áras Chuchulain, Blackheath Drive, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Contact for Driving Assessments: Ph: 045-893094 [email protected]

Social & Community Seniorline National Confidential Listening Service for Older People. For further information contact: Ph: 1800-804591 http://www.thirdageireland.ie/seniorline

Social & Community Age Friendly Ireland Age Friendly Ireland co-ordinates the National Age Friendly Cities and Counties Programme.

For further information contact: North Central Area: Ph: 01-2228865/01-2228546 email: [email protected] / email: [email protected] North West Area: Ph: 01-222 5404 email: [email protected]

http://www.takethefirststep.ie/

http://www.nala.ie/


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Social & Community Age and Opportunity Changing Gears programme - Private provider, Costs Associated

A 6-week course about building resilience – taking stock, making changes, bouncing back and moving on. • It is relevant for people who are moving from working life into

retirement. • It is also useful for taking a mid-career review. • It is about taking time out to think about what you can do with

the next phase of life and how to make a start. • Build more resilience so that you can succeed whatever life

throws at you. Changing Gears is a helpful and fun course, with no previous experience necessary except life experience. • Find out more about yourself and your skills • Take stock of what's out there for you • Find out how some people bounce back from tough times • Learn from other people's experiences

For further information contact: Age & Opportunity, Marino Institute of Education, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9. Ph: 01-805 7709 email: [email protected] or www.ageandopportunity.ie

Chronic Disease Self-Mangement Programme

Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (Stanford Model)

For adults living with health conditions such as COPD, stroke, diabetes, heart disease and many others. Teaches the skills to live well with such conditions. Two and a half hours per week over six weeks. There are minimal costs for this service.

The following are the providers of this service – contact for further information: Arthritis Ireland Ph: 01-6470206 email: [email protected]. Beaumont Hospital Ph: 01-8092018/ 018092223, email: [email protected] Irish Kidney Association Ph: 01-620-5306, email: [email protected] Multiple Sclerosis Ireland Ph: 01-4905933, email: [email protected] Irish Society for Colitis and Crohns Disease Ph: 01-872 1416, email: [email protected] Mater Hospital Ph: 01-8545439 / 854439 [for hospital patients only]

Health & Wellbeing Healthy Ireland A Government-led initiative which aims to create an Irish society where everyone can enjoy physical and mental health, and where wellbeing is valued and supported at every level of society.

www.healthyireland.ie/

Health Promotion Workwell.ie This website provides information for healthcare workers to support them to be physically and emotionally well throughout their working lives. It provides links to suitable resources and supports.

For further information go to: www.workwell.ie


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Health Promotion Winterready.ie Practical advice for staying well in winter

Website with practical advice how to stay safe and well during the winter.

For further information go to: www.winterready.ie

Primary Care General Practioners [GP's]

The Irish College General Practitioners (ICGP) is the professional body for general practice in Ireland.The College's primary aim is to serve the patient and the general practitioner by encouraging and maintaining the highest standards of general medical practice. It is the representative organisation on education, training and standards in general practice.

To get a list of GPs practising in a particular area contact: ICGP as follows: ICGP, 4/5 Lincoln Place, Dublin 2, Ireland Ph: 01-6763705, email: [email protected] https://www.icgp.ie/go/about

Primary Care Primary Care Services Primary Care services are all of the health or social care services that you can find in your community, outside of the hospital setting.These services include:

Primary Care Team Central Referrals information. For further information and to obtain a referral form contact: the following, depending on the individuals place of residence. Referrals may be posted or emailed or faxed. For further information see below:

HSE North Dublin Community Services HQ, Fujitsu House, Unit 100, 1st Floor, Lakeshore Drive, Airside Business Park, Swords, Co.Dublin K67R8X2 Ph: 01-8136700, Fax: 01-8953792 email: [email protected] https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/northdublin/

Dublin North City Health Service Area, Ballymun Health Care Facility, Ballymun, Dublin 9 Ph: 01-8467005, Fax: 01-8467505 e-mail: [email protected] https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/lho/dubncentral/

Community Nursing Service: • Public Health Nurse • Community Registered Nurse • Occupational Therapist • Physiotherapist • Speech and Language Therapy • Dieticians • Psychology Service • Social work • Podiatry • Dental • Ophthalmic Services

For further information contact Primary Care Services – HSE.ie https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/2/primarycare/pccser.html

Primary Care Community Intervention Team (CIT)

CIT is a specialised health team that provides a rapid and integrated response to a patient with an acute episode of illness who requires enhanced services/acute intervention for a defined short period of time.

Dublin North, Ph: 01-7044444 email: [email protected]

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Primary Care Audiology Services The adult audiology service is provided by a team of audiologists. They assess clients with hearing difficulties and support them through each stage of their care pathway, from initial assessment to hearing aid fitting and follow-up care.

Referrals via GPs (for those over 55 years of age) or from ENT Consultants. For further information contact: Ph: 01-8676230, email: [email protected] Audiology Services, Dublin North City and County, Grangegorman Primary Care Centre, Upper Grangegorman Road, Grangegorman, Dublin 7.

Primary Care Chiropody Medical Card holders over the age of 65 / people with diabetes or people with a disability who hold a medical card are entitled to apply for a chiropody treatment card.

For a referral form and a list of approved Chiropodists and any further information contact: Ph: 01-9214298 or 9214296 Northside Civic Centre, Bunratty Road, Coolock, Dublin 17.

Primary Care Flu Vaccination and Pneumococcal Vaccine

Seasonal flu is a highly infectious viral illness of the respiratory tract that can be life threatening. Vaccination is strongly recommended for those with long-term health conditions such as diabetes, heart and lung disease, including COPD. People over 18 may attend their GP or Pharmacist for vaccination. Those without a 'Medical Card' or 'GP Visit Card' will be charged for the consultation but the vaccine is free. Healthcare workers are also strongly advised to get the vaccine.

Adults aged 65 and over and those aged over 2 and under 65 with chronic lung or heart disease, or with type 2 diabetes are advised to get the pneumococcal vaccine. A booster vaccine is recommended 5 years after the first vaccination but depending on age and risk factors a person may require 1, 2 or 3 doses of PPV.

For further information go to: https://www.hse.ie/eng/health/immunisation/pubinfo/flu- vaccination/about-the-vaccine/

Primary Care Psychology Advice Clinic

Concerned about yourself, a child or another family member and would like some advice and counselling. Clinics every second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 9.30am-12.30. Contact reception by phone between 9:00 & 9:30 on the morning of the clinic only to register for a 30 minute slot.

Blanchardstown Primary Care Centre, Ph: 01-8297233 Ballymun Civic Centre, Ph: 01-8467109 Corduff Primary Care Centre, Ph: 01-7956700 Navan Road Primary Care Centre, Ph: 01-8686802 Summerhill Health Centre, Ph: 01-9211501 Wellmount Health Centre, Finglas 01-8567700 Vernon Avenue Health Centre, Ph: 01-8539500


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Dublin North City and County Community Healthcare

HSE Health and Wellbeing Division, Floor 1, Unit 4&5 Nexus Building,

Block 6A, Blanchardstown Corporate Park, Ballycoolin, Dublin 15, D15CF9K

[email protected] 01-8976122


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