Clinical Services & Expertise
Our mission is to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to people with disabilities, mental health needs, older persons, and young people in Ireland.
As a social economy enterprise, we prioritise:
– Enabling each person to lead a fulfilling life through valued social roles, meaningful relationships, and active participation in the community.
– Promoting independence, autonomy, and self-determination.
– Using person-centred planning to empower individuals to identify their own goals, preferences, and life aspirations.
– Ensuring equality, dignity, respect, and safeguarding of rights at all times.
- The Services We Provide
We offer:
– Residential care and community-based support services for:
– Adults and young people with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities.
– Individuals with mental health support needs.
– Older persons requiring assistance to live well and safely.
– Support that includes:
– 24-hour personal care, supervision, and emotional support.
– Individualised health, clinical and social care management and medication administration.
– Practical innovative support with daily living activities.
– Assistance in accessing education, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities.
– Facilitating involvement in clubs, social groups, and community events.
- Our Philosophy and Approach
We are committed to:
– A person-centred approach, ensuring each individual is the primary decision-maker in their own life.
– Developing person-centred plans that reflect the unique goals, strengths, and aspirations of each person.
– Supporting people to take up valued social roles, whether as a neighbour, friend, worker, student, volunteer, or community member.
– Building natural supports and fostering inclusion in everyday community life.
- Governance and Staffing
– The organisation is governed by a Board of Directors committed to ethical leadership, regulatory compliance, and social impact.
– Each designated centre is overseen by a Person in Charge (PIC) with appropriate qualifications and experience.
– Our multidisciplinary teams include social care professionals, registered nurses (where required), healthcare assistants, and administrative and domestic staff.
– All staff are Garda vetted and receive mandatory and continuous training in person-centred practices, safeguarding, health & safety, and community inclusion.
- Admission and Transition Supports
– We accept referrals based on comprehensive assessments that ensure we can meet each person’s needs and aspirations.
– The admission process involves detailed planning with the individual, their family, and advocates, to facilitate a smooth transition and ensure the new home environment reflects their preferences.
- Community Integration and Social Roles
As a social economy enterprise, we strive to:
– Develop partnerships with local businesses, clubs, and groups to create opportunities for residents to participate, contribute, and be recognised in their communities.
– Support each person to explore and maintain hobbies, interests, friendships, and civic roles.
- Rights, Safeguarding, and Feedback
– We uphold the rights of every individual in line with national legislation and HIQA standards.
– We maintain robust safeguarding and advocacy systems to protect each person’s wellbeing.
– We actively seek feedback from individuals, families, and communities to continuously improve our services.