The Galway Centre for Independent Living

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Tonight is , a special night that celebrates culture, creativity and the arts. With a huge variety of events to choose from, you are sure to find something that you enjoy. Find out what's going on in your area at https://culturenight.ie/events/

🌟 Launch Announcement 🌟
What would you do if somebody disclosed a negative sexual experience to you?
Knowing the right thing to say or do in that moment can be tough—so Start Here.

This September, Galway R**e Crisis Centre were at the launch of the 'Start Here' campaign on the University of Galway campus, a collaborative effort with Active* Consent and GRCC, aimed at giving people the basic skills and information needed to handle a disclosure.
"I believe you" are the three most important words you can say to someone who's had a negative sexual experience—especially if you're the first person they’ve told.

In partnership with , .ie, and .

Access For All will host their Make Way Day event next Friday 27th September from 11am-1pm in The Alcantara Building, Bonham Quay, The Docks (H91 AX8R). The theme this year is ‘Access to Employment’ and will include a presentation on ‘WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment’ and inputs from people with lived experience of a disability.

We hope to have the Mayor open the event and to have locally elected councillors and senior Galway City Council staff in attendance.

The event will include refreshments on arrival and will finish with a walkabout in the city centre.

More details attached in the poster.

Galway Centre for Independent Living provide PA/ Home Help services. Just call our Care Services Team on (091) 773910 to discuss your needs. Send an email to [email protected] as as an alternative

Galway CIL require Experienced + in all areas of and Details can be found on http://gcil.ie/blog CVs can be sent to [email protected] or call our Care Services Team on 091 773 910 🙂

Hello Folks, 🙂
GCIL Care Services Team are seeking applications for an Experienced Male for / Area
Galway Centre for Independent Living (GCIL) is a not-for-profit organisation, providing premium, professional & affordable services to support older people and people with disabilities.
The Successful Candidates will be passionate and dedicated about caring and assisting others in their own homes and in social environments where appropriate.
Send your CV to: [email protected] or phone 091-773910 🙂
Qualification / Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 modules of QQI/ FETAC Level 5 Healthcare Discipline
• Higher hourly rates if you have 8 modules of QQI/ FETAC Level 5 Healthcare
Discipline
• Additional Training Modules can be completed online.
• Use of your own smart phone to check in and out of your home visits.
• Garda Vetting will be completed for this role.
• Full Driving License and Own Transport essential
• Person Cantered Approach (Independent Living Philosophy)
• Available for flexible hours on a Rota Basis including Mornings, Evenings and Weekends
Benefits of working with Galway Centre for Independent Living:
• Training and Development opportunities
• Excellent working conditions
• Be offered shifts according to your own availability.
• Excellent hourly rate.
• A Supportive Team working with you
Galway Centre for Independent Living is an equal opportunities employer.

Introduction to Old Style Connemara Sheep Dance with Emma O'Sullivan - This is Galway This weekend, join award-winning sean-nós dancer and teacher Emma O’Sullivan in Clifden for a fun dance introductory workshop

The 2024 month-long Green Ribbon mental health promotion campaign is now at the half way mark.
Co-ordinated by the national mental health charity, Shine, the Green Ribbon Campaign is a pivotal opportunity for Shine to lead the way on stigma reduction around mental illness in Ireland.
Follow the link for more: https://www.westbewell.ie/2024/09/16/reminder-september-is-green-ribbon-month/

Drop in Digital Skills Sessions for Adults:

Members of the public are invited to Oranmore Public Library to bring their own device (phone, tablet, laptop) that they need help with from the tutor.

Every Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm - Oranmore Library



Galway and Roscommon ETB Galway County Council

On behalf of the Commission on Care for Older People, the Department of Health has launched a public consultation on health and social care services and supports for older people.
The public consultation survey is now available online, along with information about how to respond, at gov.ie/ConsultationOlderPeople
The survey is open to all and will provide the Commission with insight into people’s views of the strengths of current service provision as well as of areas for enhancement.
The public consultation will remain open until 5.00pm on Thursday, 24 October 2024.

Just added details of the great children's bereavement support service, HopeSpace, to our local services directory.
HopeSpace's services are available in Galway. Get all the details via the link below and in our stories: https://www.westbewell.ie/local-support/bereavement-support2/
HopeSpace Galway

Adult Literacy Galway have resumed classes in Athenry, Oranmore Community Centre, and Claregalway Community Centre. We cover ESOL, Literacy and IT skills using smartphones, ipads and laptops.

For Further details contact Bridget Madden Adult Literacy Organiser Galway & Roscommon Education & Training Board - Athenry FET Centre H65 X051 Phone: 086 065 5141 email: [email protected] www.gretb.ie

🤝 Join us tomorrow for a delightful in celebration of the International Day of Peace!🤲

📅Wednesday, 18 September
🕙10am 12 noon
📍Westside Resource Centre

☕Enjoy a cup of coffee and delicious pastries while connecting with great company. We’d love to see you there!

If you haven’t booked your spot yet, please register here:
💛 https://forms.gle/gvYw39vWtPLX7HBB7
Admission is free, but registration is essential.

The , observed globally on September 21, focuses on promoting peace and non-violence.

Our communities in are rich with people from all corners of the world, some of whom have had to flee their homes due to conflict. Let’s take this opportunity to pause, connect, and reflect on the meaning of peace.

Join us for a meaningful morning and enjoy the tasty treats provided by Cafe Link Newcastle