About Shannow FRC

Shannow Family Resource Centre gained FRC Status in 2007 and opened it’s doors to the public in 2008. We are one of 136 FRC’s located througout Ireland and are funded by the Child & Family Agency under the Family and Community Services FRC National Programme.

The catchment area of Shannow FRC has expanded over the years from the original Kilflynn, Abbeydorney and Killahan areas incorporating the electoral division of Lixnaw has been included since 2016.

Vision Statement

Shannow FRC ensures that all families and members of our community are a proactive part of an inclusive, vibrant and cohesive society that fully utilise all opportunities to further develop physically, emotionally, educationally and socially.

Mission Statement

Shannow FRC provides a welcoming, vibrant and progressive center that delivers a variety of programmes, services and supports to children, their families and the broader community.

Our service is developed and delivered with particular emphasis on the following key areas:

  • Health
  • Learning through formal and informal training and educational initiatives
  • Safety from accidental and intentional harm / Security in the immediate and wider physical environment
  • Economic security
  • Developing / facilitating access to positive networks of family, friends, neighbours and the community / Included and participating in society

Guiding Principles / Statement of Values

Statement
Our Work The work of the Shannow FRC will be guided and informed by our beliefs and commitment to inclusiveness. We respect people’s values and diversity and we are committed to equality.
Participation We value and recognise the contribution of volunteers within organisations and the community.
Quality We strive for excellence through continuous improvement.
Openness We are committed to a culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Our Staff

Role Employment Type Name
Manager Full-time Geraldine O’Mahony
Administrator Part-time Helen O’Connor
Community Development Worker Part-time Claire Walsh
Family Support Worker Full-time Sarah Hayes
Assistant Administrator Part-time Monique Flanagan
C.E. Receptionist Part-time Lisha Clifford
C.E. Caretaker Part-time JoJo Daly

Our Services

Counselling

Low-cost, confidential counselling serives with a fully qualified, experienced counsellor.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

Therapeutic Services

We provide playtherapy for children whose families cannot afford the cost of sessions.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

Family Support Services

Providing a free practical advice, guidance & information to parents and caregivers.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

Parenting Support

We are committed to providing, meaningful, accessible parenting support to families within our catchment & surrounding areas

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

Parenting Workshops

These are thematic workshops focused on topics such as anxiety in children, sleep routines, screen time & teen transitions.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

Parenting Peer Support

This Group is targeted at parents whose child has a diagnosis of ADHD or are awaiting a diagnosis of ADHD.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

 

Courses & Activities

We provide a wide range of courses and activities throughout the year.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

 

Children’s Activities

We provide a wide range of courses and activities throughout the year.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

 

 

Other Services

We provide a wide range of other services throughout the year.

To make an appointment, call the Centre on 066 7198018.

 

 

 

 

 

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