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IRD Duhallow
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July 2010
Funded by the Irish Government under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
The A.G.M. of IRD Duhallow Ltd and Launch of Progress Report 09-10
will take place
on Wednesday 28th July 2010 at 8.00pm
in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket.
While the A.G.M. is a legal requirement of this organisation, it also provides an important forum for all communities in Duhallow to review activities and hear about opportunities for the coming year.
IRD Duhallow relies heavily on contributions from local communities and businesses and we would appreciate renewal of your subscription as soon as possible.
The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport Mary Hanafin visited the Offices of IRD Duhallow on 10th June 2010 to officially Launch the Walks Scheme in Duhallow. The Walks Scheme is a national scheme and open to all landholders on National Waymarked Ways, Looped Walking Routes and Heritage Routes along with other trails that have been approved by the National Trails Office. IRD Duhallow has been approved to deliver the scheme on the Duhallow Way and Blackwater Way sections of the Munster Way.
The scheme is aimed at farmers / private landowners and landholders / users and involves the development, enhancement and maintenance of our Way Marked Way in return for an annual fee. If you need further information about the Walks Scheme please contact Eileen Linehan or Tim Ring at 029-60633.
Community Development Working Group
National Heritage Week will run from Saturday 21st August – Sunday 29th August. Its main aim is to build awareness of our natural and cultural heritage and to encourage conservation and preservation. IRD Duhallow would like to hear from any groups that are interested in undertaking a heritage or cultural project in their community as part of National Heritage Week. For further information please contact Helen or Caroline at 029-60633.
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Bereavement Support Group
If you find that the intensity of loss is unsettling, causing you undue grief and sadness, there is help at hand. The Bereavement Support Group consists of a group of trained volunteers who provide a free confidential listening service to people who have experienced a loss in their lives whether it is loss through death, separation, divorce, job loss etc. This is not a counselling service. A trained volunteer currently meets in a one to one setting with a client at a time suitable to both parties. The Support Group will also be establishing a Drop In Centre in the coming months as a support to people where you can drop in for a chat and a cup of tea with a volunteer and other people who have experienced a loss in their lives. For information on this service please contact Helen at 029-60633 or to make an appointment with a trained volunteer please ring The Bereavement Support Helpline at 087-6279000.
Duhallow Carers Network
The Duhallow Carers Network meets in the IRD Duhallow’s Training Centre, Boherbue on the 1st Thursday of every month at 8pm. New members are always welcome. A family carer is someone who takes on the responsibility of looking after someone who is ill.
This caring role may take on many forms and could be undertaken by people who would not necessarily think of him or herself as a ‘carer’, for example, a friend, neighbour, extended family, spouse, sibling, child or parent.
Upcoming Courses to be rolled out for Family Carers and the Duhallow Carer’s Group include:
Dependent Adult Training: A 5 day course which will cover: feeding a dependent adult, urinary elimination, bowel elimination, bed bath care, peg feeding, pressure area prevention, wound management.
Caring for Children with Special Needs: The aim of the course is to give participants improved understanding and skills in caring for children with special needs.
Pilates Course.
All courses are subsidised by IRD Duhallow and offered free of charge to all Family Carers. For further information please contact Caroline at 029-60633.
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Boxing Initiative in Kanturk
IRD Duhallow is seeking individuals who have a background in boxing and are interested in volunteering to develop a Youth Boxing Initiative in Kanturk. This Initiative will have a physical, social and personal development aspect and will focus on supporting youths from the area to get involved in the sport. Volunteers with experience in coaching in other sports are also very welcome to volunteer their expertise to this project. Training will be provided for people interested in coaching. For further information please contact Caroline at 029-60633.
IRD Duhallow pragnie stworzyć klub sportowy dla młodzieży, ktora byłaby chętna uprawiać boks.
Dlatego szukamy chętnych z regionu Duhallow którzy trenowali boks i mają doświadczenie w tej dziedzinie sportu oraz byliby chętni nam pomóc w rozwoju tej inicjatywy.Aby uzyskać więcej informacji proszę kontaktować się z Caroline pod numerem telefonu 029-60633.
Enterprise Working Group
Supports for Businesses
With access to capital grants through LEADER and the Local and Community Development Programme for new business development and business expansions we may be able to assist you to develop your micro business. Our local Mentoring and Enterprise Network service is also available where start-up enterprises can avail of expert advice on business planning, marketing and guidance on whether a business idea has what it takes to succeed in the marketplace. If you have a business idea or if you’re thinking of expanding your existing business please contact Triona at 029-60633.
IRD Duhallow offers supports and guidance to businesses through our Enterprise Network. Establishing and growing your business can be very difficult and one of the major gaps for many entrepreneurs is a Supportive Network. New, existing and prospective small businesses can avail of expert advice through our monthly meetings and additionally access networking and training opportunities to grow your business. A membership policy will apply. For more information please contact Mary McHugh at 029-60633.
IRD Duhallow under its economic remit established a Mentor Support Panel to assist businesses access specific information to meet their needs. It is very much a voluntary support structure where Mentors volunteer to give mentoring support to clients. If you are interested in becoming a Mentor please contact Katie at 029-60633.
3 Broadband through the National Broadband Scheme has arrived to many parts of Duhallow. 3 is Ireland’s leading broadband provider with the largest high speed network which will allow you to surf the web, shop online, view RTE player and communicate with the world. To sign up to 3 broadband you can ring Barry Sheehan on 087-7656738 3’s Agent for the Kanturk area. Or contact 3’s dedicated information team on 1800 944 794.
Ripple Communication continues to provide high speed wireless broadband to many areas of Duhallow. For information on pricing and coverage please call us at 1890 747 753 or 021 4671677 email us at HYPERLINK "mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it " This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit our website HYPERLINK "http://www.ripplecom.net" http://www.ripplecom.net
Permanet is providing a licensed wireless broadband service, this service requires visual line of site of Clara Mountain. To register for this service please contact the Broadband provider PermaNet on 1890818599 or e-mail HYPERLINK "mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it " This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
PLEASE USE IRD DUHALLOW AS THE CODE AREA NAME WHEN REGISTERING FOR BROADBAND.
Agriculture Working Group
GIY- Grow It Yourself
GIY Ireland aims to inspire people from all walks of life and of all ages to grow their own food and provide them with the practical skills they need to do so successfully.
If you are interested in joining Duhallow’s GIY Group, please contact Katie for further information at 029-60633.
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Focal Farmer 2010 This programme is available to all eligible Farm Families in the Duhallow area. Support is provided to small scale agricultural producers and their families so as to help improve their quality of life both economically and socially. Support is offered to farm families on a one to one basis, tailored to suit the needs of individual farm families. For further information please contact Katie Crowley at 029-60633.
Farm Assist is a means tested income support scheme available to farm families when their income falls below a certain threshold. To qualify for Farm Assist, a farmer must be actively farming, satisfy a means test, and be aged between 18 and 66. Qualification for Farm Assist can also lead to the farmer becoming eligible for the Rural Social Scheme. For further information please contact Katie Crowley at 029-60633 or Colette at the Department of Social & Family Affairs at 029-22110.
Student Maintenance Grants - Reminder to self employed families including farm families - When applying for a student maintenance grant you will be asked to provide a number of documents in support of your application. Although the closing date for applications is generally not until the end of August (before the start of the course) it is very important to start assembling the documents you need well before the deadline date. Documents required may include copy of accounts for the business / farm, notice of assessment, computation of profit / loss for income tax.
Farm & Rural Stress Helpline A Lifeline for Rural People 1800 742 645 (freephone) If you feel things are getting on top of you, feelings of loneliness or isolation we can help…The helpline is open daily from 6.00pm – 10.00pm and is staffed by professionals who offer callers a listening ear, support and advice in complete confidence.
IRD Duhallow Farmers Market operates every Thursday and Saturday, from 10.30am until 2.30pm, located at the rear of Twohigs Supervalu, Kanturk. A wide variety of locally produced products available including; Oven Ready Chickens, Fresh Fish from Castletownbere, Homemade Bread and Cakes, Seasonal Vegetables, Free Range Eggs, Hand Crafted Cards and Scarf’s, Vegetables & Fruit Plants, Home Made Jams and Duhallow Honey when available. If you are interested in having a stall at the market or require further information please contact Katie at 029-60633.
Attention Customers!! With every purchase at the market you will be automatically entered into a monthly draw for a wonderful food hamper.
Environmental Forum
Are you interested in any of the following? Familiarising yourself with the Birds of Duhallow, Encouraging more Birds into your Garden and Learning Tips on Feeding Garden Birds. Duhallow’s Bird Watching Group may be of interest to you, the group will hold their first meeting on Thursday 15th July in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket at 7.30pm if you would like to register or require further information please contact Katie 029-60633.
A meeting of the Environmental Forum will take place in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket on Thursday 29th July at 7.30pm.
Employment & Training Working Group
IRD Duhallow’s Job Centre continues to be a core element of our service to the unemployed and to other job seekers and local businesses. The job centre provides the following services to those seeking employment: CV assistance and compilation, Interview guidance and preparation, access to training and educational opportunities.
The ‘Pathfinder’ programme is now also available on appointment. This is a psychometric tool designed to aid career decision-making. Career Pathfinder can be used by anyone who wants a clearer picture of the possible career directions and the skills and competencies required to perform in their chosen field.
Employers can avail of an effective job placement service whereby you can advertise your current vacancies with us. From our database of candidates we will select applicants that have the job specific criteria and forward their Curriculum Vitae to you. For further information or to register with the Job Centre please contact Mary McHugh or Derina Bourke at 029-60633.
The Employment and Training Working Group is planning to provide Broadband Training for those areas that have recently received broadband. The module is designed to provide learners with the necessary skills and knowledge required to access a website, use a web browser, access web addresses, search engines. Email, Internet security, social networking etc. will also be covered. Only a very basic knowledge of computers is required from participants. The course will begin in September (date to be confirmed) for duration of nine weeks one night per week. If you are interested in participating or require further information please contact Mary McHugh at 029-60633. Please note that places on this course are limited.
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The Employment & Training Working Group is currently organising an Advanced Computer Training Course. This will commence in October (date to be confirmed) for the duration of 14 classes in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket. This course is designed for those who have previous computer skills and wish to up-skill further. If you are interested in participating or require further information please contact Mary at 029-60633. Please note that places on this course are limited and it is necessary to apply early.
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Following the success of Job Seeking Skills Workshops held in April the Employment and Training Centre is seeking to run more workshops in the Autumn Period. These workshops will be tailored to suit individuals of all levels seeking work, making total career changes or for those who need to take stock and effectively plan your next move. There will be two workshops which will include:
Workshop One – Job Seeking Skills: This workshop is to aid CV Preparation, Job Hunting and Interview Skills in preparation for occupationally based interviews and engagement.
Workshop Two – Interview Workshop: This workshop is suited to those who want to develop their interview skills for occupational, education and training interviews. This workshop will look at all the factors that affect an interview situation and raise your awareness on the impression you are making and also how to explore ways of using rejection to feed success. Please note that places on these Workshops will be limited and it is essential to apply early. These workshops will be held in the autumn period and each workshop will take place over two days. If you are interested in participating or require further information please contact Mary or Derina at 029-60633.
IRD Duhallow FÁS CE Scheme will be recruiting new participants in the coming months. If you are receiving Social welfare payment and over 25 years old, unemployed 12 months or more or on a disability payment 6 months or more you may be eligible to apply for future vacancies in the FÁS CE Scheme. For further information please contact Paddy O’Connor at 029-60633.
FÁS Clinic – Takes place in the James O’Keeffe Institute on 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 10.00am to 12.30pm.
MABS – An Outreach Clinic is available in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket. Please contact the MABS Mallow Office to arrange an appointment Tel: 022-43879.
Equality Working Group
IRD Duhallow’s Equality Working Group would like to welcome everyone to attend an Inter-Cultural Food Event in Teach Iosagáin, Rathmore on Tuesday 27th July 2010 at 6.30pm. We would also like to encourage people to bring their own traditional food. For further information, please contact Derina at 029-60633.
Zapraszamy na wieczór połączony z degustacją międzynarodowych potraw. Mile widziani będą również wszyscy, którzy chcą przygotować i zaprezentować swoje tradycyjne potrawy. Spotykamy sie w Teach Iosagáin, Rathmore, we wtorek 27 lipca 2010 o godzinie 18.30. W celu uzyskania dodatkowych informacji prosimy o kontakt z Derina pod numerem telefonu 029-60633.
Parenting Alone Network (PAL)
IRD Duhallow’s PAL (Parenting Alone) aims to provide practical support through information, training and networking. Meetings are ongoing and all are welcomed to attend. Upcoming Events to be rolled out for the PAL Network include: Personal Development Course, Entitlements for Lone Parent’s Seminar, Cooking on a Budget Seminar and a Day Trip. For further information please contact Caroline at 029-60633.
Youth and Education Working Group
IRD Duhallow Summer Childcare Service
IRD Duhallow will operate a Full Day Care Service from Wednesday 30th June to Friday 27th August from 8.30am to 6pm. Activities will include arts & crafts, science projects, computers, baking, out door games, sports, nature walks and weekly outings. A tiered pricing system is in operation with various reductions in operation. Nutritional home cooked meals and refreshments served daily. Excellent supervision at all times by qualified staff. A tiered pricing system is in operation with various reductions in operation for parents to avail of depending on financial circumstances. Also parents are able to book their child into the facility for the maximum time limit i.e. 9.5 hours or less if they chose. Rates vary accordingly. For further information on prices and availability please contact Helen O’Sullivan, After Schools Co-ordinator at 029-60633.
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IRD Duhallow Afterschools is considering establishing a new route from the National Schools in Kanturk, beginning in September and is seeking interested parents to contact IRD Duhallow regarding this. A transport route currently operates from both primary schools in Newmarket and Lismire. For further information on prices and availability please contact Helen O’Sullivan at 029-60633.
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‘Laugh and Learn’ Summer Camp
IRD Duhallow in conjunction with our Literacy Support Network will be hosting a ‘Laugh and Learn ‘Summer Camp
for primary school students aged between 8-12 years.
On Monday 6th August to Friday 20th August from 10.00am – 2.00 pm in the IRD Duhallow Afterschools Building, James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket.
The main focus of the summer camp will be the enhancement and development of literacy skills, such as reading, spelling and writing skills. Workshops will also be carried out on Touch Type Read and Spell (TTRS).
TTRS is a computer package designed to help people overcome literacy difficulties such as Dyslexia. The programme is specifically designed to develop reading, writing; spelling, touch typing skills, self esteem and motivation in pupils.
Other activities will also be incorporated into the summer camp, which include: a multi-sport day, baking class, art class and drama class. The other activities will seek to develop the children’s social and psychological skills.
If you have any queries or wish to book a place in the summer camp please contact Caroline at 029-60633.
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Literacy Support Workshop
Literacy Support Workshops for Secondary School Students in first and second year will commence in the
After School Building in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket in September 2010. The classes aim to support the student’s literacy needs, taking account of their strengths and weaknesses. The workshops will also focus on study skills and exam preparation. The workshops will be taught by an experienced dyslexia teacher and will run on a weekly basis for an hour per session. If you have any queries or would like to book a place in the workshop please contact Caroline at 029-60633.
Rural Social Scheme
The Rural Social Scheme was introduced to provide income support for low income farmers in return for part-time community based work. Participants also experience new opportunities to use and develop their skills while being involved in valuable community work. Participants would work across the ranges of the Rural Social Scheme measures which include; The Warmer Homes Scheme, grass cutting, village maintenance, painting, landscaping, walkways, caretaking and meal delivery throughout the Duhallow region. The Rural Social Scheme is constantly updating its database.
To qualify for the RSS a person needs to be in receipt of a means tested social welfare payment, have a herd number and have a copy of their single farm payment application. If you feel you meet the criteria or have any queries please contact Sheila, Tim or Pat at 029-60633.
To Communities: The Rural Social Scheme provides valuable work for communities. Any community groups, Community Centres, Community Councils, Childcare facilities or Sports Halls wishing to have indoor or outdoor work completed by RSS participants should submit a written request to the Manager of IRD Duhallow. Communities or groups must cover cost of materials and of other work undertaken.
Warmer Homes Scheme
The Warmer Homes Scheme is a project to promote and improve home heating for the elderly and disadvantaged in the Duhallow region. These services include upgrading attic insulation, cavity wall insulation, draught proofing windows and doors, fitting lagging jackets on cold and hot water tanks and providing low energy light bulbs. People in receipt of the fuel allowance will receive the service free of charge. Please contact Mary, Denise or Colm at 029-60633.
Energy Advice: Switch appliances off rather than leaving them on standby. This will save up to 20% of your appliances’ energy use.
Kanturk Credit Union Limited has recently launched its member website. The website provides very useful information on all the services available to members of the Credit Union. Members can also opt to access their accounts on-line. Visit HYPERLINK "http://www.kanturkcu.ie/" http://www.kanturkcu.ie/ for further information.
Duhallow Care and Repair Programme
Are you 65+ years of age? Do you live in the Duhallow area? Have you a small repair job which you would like to have done for you? Care and Repair Duhallow uses a pool of trustworthy volunteers and handypersons to carry out minor repairs for older people. The service is free to those who cannot afford it; you only pay for the materials used. However, a small contribution to defray costs payable to Duhallow Care and Repair Programme would be welcome. The programme is run by IRD Duhallow in association with Age Action Ireland. For more information please contact Mary or Denise at 029-60633.
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IRD Duhallow currently operates a Daily or Weekly Phone Call Service for Older People in the Duhallow Region. The purpose of this service is for older people to receive a phone call from trained volunteers to check in with them to ensure that they are safe and well, as well as having a friendly chat and give them information on services and activities that they can avail of in the locality. IRD Duhallow is inviting individuals as well as actively retired groups, day care centres and family members to contact Helen at 029-60633 regarding this service. This phone call service is free of charge and is available to all older people at a time suitable to them.
Duhallow Area Rural Transport (D.A.R.T.)
Rural Transport Service from Rockchapel to Cork City:
In response to the cessation of the Bus Eireann Route 271 from Tralee to Cork City, IRD Duhallow is delighted to announce the pilot of a new weekly route from Rockchapel to Cork City operating every Wednesday. The route will be as follows: depart Rockchapel at 9.15am, Ballydesmond 9.25am, Kiskeam 9.35am, Boherbue 9.45am, Dromagh 9.55am, Banteer 10.05am, Lyre 10.15am, Nadd 10.30am, Donoughmore 10.40am, Stuaic Cross 10.45am arriving in Cork City at 11.15am. Return Journey leaving Cork City at 4.00pm. For more information about this route please contact DART at 029-60648.
Special Trips and Outings organised by your local community such as Bingo, Swimming, Matches, Social Outings during the day or night can be organised through DART where quotations are provided on request. DART is currently offering subsidies to Youth Clubs and Schools both Primary and Post Primary in the Duhallow Region. For further information please contact DART at 029-60648.
Duhallow Community Food Services (D.C.F.S.)
Our Food Centre in Boherbue provides a meal service to those who are not in a position to cook regularly for themselves. Meals can be booked on a long or short term basis. Dinner and Dessert cost €5.00 per day, delivered piping hot to the door.
Duhallow Community Food Services offers you a total food solution for any catering event such as for parties, functions and special occasions. We supply a wide range of menu’s delivered to your door.
We are grateful to all our customers for their continued loyalty and appreciation of our products which subsidies our meals on wheels service. For Further information on any of our services please contact Orlaith Tomkins at 029-76375.
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Last Updated (Thursday, 08 July 2010 06:22)
