Tag Archives: mental health

Crisis Response Volunteers

Posted on June 5, 2017 by irelandc

The Community Crisis Response Team are on call from 5pm to 6am each day, every day. They respond to those in mental distress who make contact directly, or when alerted by a concerned passer-by, a friend or family member.   Team members … Continue reading →

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Heart and Sole

Posted on August 2, 2016 by irelandc

Eamonn Keaveney is currently walking around Ireland to raise funds for Pieta House. Fair play to him you’ll say…you might say a bit more when you hear he’s taking this very long stroll, barefoot! And then you might have a gasp … Continue reading →

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Sailing Alive

Posted on September 10, 2015 by irelandc

We had World Suicide Prevention day this week, and everyday is a good day to help someone get through a dark cloud. The boaters and yachters at Clontarf Yacht Club have selected 19th September to show their support for preventing suicide … Continue reading →

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Walk and Talk – Exercise for Mental Health

Posted on April 22, 2015 by irelandc

Walk and talk, connect with others and Nature… The Green Ribbon mental health awareness campaign takes place in May.  As part of the campaign, Mental Health Ireland has teamed up with the Irish Farming Association, a founding partner of the See Change … Continue reading →

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Positive Pedal Power

Posted on April 3, 2015 by irelandc

  We all have dark days, some darker than others. And for some the days can be beyond darkness…but there is always a way back to brighter days…and Breifne Earley is one of many who found such a way. Put … Continue reading →

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Accessible Affordable Mental Health Care – MyMind

Posted on November 15, 2014 by irelandc

Originally from Poland, Krystian Fikert came to Ireland in 2004 with a degree in Clinical Psychology. On seeing the difficulties faced by people seeking mental health services, Krystian set up an affordable and accessible psychotherapeutic service. By drastically reducing admin … Continue reading →

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