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Family Support Services
The service is based in Tacú Family Resource Centre in Ballinrobe but also provides outreach in Westport, Castlebar and Claremorris. The service opened in 2018 and has supported numerous families with alcohol / drug misuse issues in Mayo in a confidential one-to-one setting.
ONLINE: Throughout the year there are various groups, information sessions and events available for family members to attend online. Please go to our website to see what is currently available.
ONE TO ONE SUPPORT: A safe and non-judgemental space where you are listened to and supported. The family support worker will help you identify and work with your needs, goals and strengths.
INFORMATION: Give relevant information on drugs, alcohol, and the effects substance misuse has on individuals and the family.
EVIDENCED BASED SUPPORT PROGRAMMES: The provision of family support programmes such as 5-Step, CRAFT and Non-Violent Resistance Training. The 5-Step Method to Family Support explores the stress and strain that substance use can have on the family member. CRAFT is a family support program which focuses on developing skills of the family member in an attempt to improve their own well-being, while also trying to reduce the substance use of their family member. Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) training is a response to child to parent violence and abuse which aims to equip parents with skills to resist, persist and prevent violence within the home.
DRUG RELATED INTIMIDATION: Information for families experiencing drug related intimidation.
REFERRAL OPTIONS: Provide sign posting to further services based on needs.
RESPITE AND WELLBEING OPTIONS: Planned events for family members.
SELF-CARE: Promote physical, mental and social health and well-being.
Person: Bernie Avdic
Telephone: 087 3352831
Email: bernie.avdic@wrdatf.ie
The service is based in the ARD FRC in Doughiska but also provide out-reach across the city and county. The service opened in 2020 and also supported numerous families with alcohol / drug misuse issues in Galway in a confidential one-to-one setting.
ONLINE: Throughout the year there are various groups, information sessions and events available for family members to attend online. Please go to our website to see what is currently available.
ONE TO ONE SUPPORT: A safe and non-judgemental space where you are listened to and supported. The family support worker will help you identify and work with your needs, goals and strengths.
INFORMATION: Give relevant information on drugs, alcohol, and the effects substance misuse has on individuals and the family.
EVIDENCED BASED SUPPORT PROGRAMMES: The provision of family support programmes such as 5-Step, CRAFT and Non-Violent Resistance Training. The 5-Step Method to Family Support explores the stress and strain that substance use can have on the family member. CRAFT is a family support program which focuses on developing skills of the family member in an attempt to improve their own well-being, while also trying to reduce the substance use of their family member. Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) training is a response to child to parent violence and abuse which aims to equip parents with skills to resist, persist and prevent violence within the home.
DRUG RELATED INTIMIDATION: Information for families experiencing drug related intimidation.
REFERRAL OPTIONS: Provide sign posting to further services based on needs.
RESPITE AND WELLBEING OPTIONS: Planned events for family members.
SELF-CARE: Promote physical, mental and social health and well-being.
Person: Maria Power
Telephone: 087 6955557
Email: maria.powers@wrdatf.ie
The service is based in the South Roscommon Family Resource Centre but also provide out-reach across the county. The service opened in June 2023 and also supported numerous families with alcohol/ drug misuse issues in Galway in a confidential one-to-one setting.
ONLINE: Throughout the year there are various groups, information sessions and events available for family members to attend online. Please go to our website to see what is currently available.
ONE TO ONE SUPPORT: A safe and non-judgemental space where you are listened to and supported. The family support worker will help you identify and work with your needs, goals and strengths.
INFORMATION: Give relevant information on drugs, alcohol, and the effects substance misuse has on individuals and the family.
EVIDENCED BASED SUPPORT PROGRAMMES: The provision of family support programmes such as 5-Step, CRAFT and Non-Violent Resistance Training. The 5-Step Method to Family Support explores the stress and strain that substance use can have on the family member. CRAFT is a family support program which focuses on developing skills of the family member in an attempt to improve their own well-being, while also trying to reduce the substance use of their family member. Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) training is a response to child to parent violence and abuse which aims to equip parents with skills to resist, persist and prevent violence within the home.
DRUG RELATED INTIMIDATION: Information for families experiencing drug related intimidation.
REFERRAL OPTIONS: Provide sign posting to further services based on needs.
RESPITE AND WELLBEING OPTIONS: Planned events for family members.
SELF-CARE: Promote physical, mental and social health and well-being.
Person: Noreen Burke
Telephone: 087 4710488
Email: noreen.burke@wrdatf.ie
Western Region Drug and Alcohol Task Force,
Unit 6, Galway Technology Park, Parkmore, Galway
Tel: 091 48 00 44 Email: info@wrdatf.ie
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