Raheen

RAINBOWS PROGRAMME

Raheen Family Resource Centre in conjunction with Rainbows Ireland is offering the Rainbows programme in Raheen Family Resource Centre. This is a nineweek listeni g, group support programme following a bereavement or parental separation. Children of a similar age and loss experience are placed in separate groups.

The Rainbows programme is suitable for children from age seven years. Rainbows is not counselling or professional therapy, for further information visit rainbowsireland.ie. For local information contact Jeanette or Joyce at Raheen Family Resource Centre at 051 428805.

ALARMS FOR THE ELDERLY

Free monitored alarms for those who are over 65 years of age are available through Raheen Family Resource Centre. These alarms are monitored 24 hours a day by Tunstall Emergency Response and provide peace of mind to the older person and their family members. For further details or to apply contact Treve or Bridget at 051 428805.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL

The telephone number for the Sacred Heart Conference of St Vincent de Paul is 087 9032375. The conference covers the areas of Raheen, Adamstown, Newbawn and Clonroche. If you are in need of assistance please contact this confidential number.

LADIES’ FOOTBALL

Adamstown Ladies’ Gaelic Football Club are having their annual 5K Sponsored fun Walk/ Run on Good Friday, March 30, at 5 p.m. at the Carrigbyrne Picnic area. Adults €10 and Children €5. Prize for first man/woman home. Refreshments served afterwards.