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5 – Step’ Support Programme Available for Family Members in Cavan, Monaghan, Louth and Meath

What is the '5 - Step' Support Programme? ‘5-Step’ is a free, one-to-one consultation programme for any adult affected by the misuse of alcohol or other drug by another individual, either family member or friend. ‘5-Step’ recognises the impact that addiction has on everyone, including family members, friends and others and offers support, knowledge and guidance [...]

By |2023-07-25T15:01:52+00:00July 3rd, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on 5 – Step’ Support Programme Available for Family Members in Cavan, Monaghan, Louth and Meath

Cavan & Monaghan: Free Educational Program For Loved Ones of Those in Addiction

The Family Addiction Support Network is looking for participants for the Rise Program taking place in October 2023 - which offers practical support, education and coping strategies for any family member or loved one in Cavan and Monaghan.

By |2023-07-18T11:41:46+00:00July 3rd, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Cavan & Monaghan: Free Educational Program For Loved Ones of Those in Addiction

Guidance for those experiencing drug debt intimidation: What to do if a drug dealer threatens you or your family?

For those experiencing drug debt intimidation, it can be an extremely challenging and dangerous situation. It's important to prioritise your safety and seek appropriate help. Here are some practical steps you can take: Personal Safety First: Your safety should be your top priority. If you feel threatened or in immediate danger, contact the Gardai immediately. [...]

By |2023-07-03T10:41:06+00:00July 3rd, 2023|Drug Debt Intimidation|Comments Off on Guidance for those experiencing drug debt intimidation: What to do if a drug dealer threatens you or your family?

The Family Addiction Support Network to host a Shared Learning & Networking Event for Cavan & Monaghan

The Family Addiction Support is to host a free Shared Learning & Networking Event on Wednesday, 31st of May from 10 am until 1.15pm in the Kilmore Hotel, Dublin Road, Killygarry, Cavan, H12 F6Y7. The aim of the event is to create awareness of addiction family support services FASN provides across Cavan & Monaghan for [...]

By |2023-05-23T19:02:54+00:00May 23rd, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Family Addiction Support Network to host a Shared Learning & Networking Event for Cavan & Monaghan

𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗡 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿, 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗻 & 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗻

The Family Addiction Support Network wishes to recruit a Family Support Worker. This role is for an initial two-year fixed-term contract and is subject to further funding it may be extended beyond that. The closing date for the job application is Tuesday 21st of March 2023 at 5pm. To be considered for this position [...]

By |2023-02-28T21:07:19+00:00February 28th, 2023|Addiction Family Support Worker, Support Worker|Comments Off on 𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗡 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿, 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗻 & 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗻

Bereavement support services

Free Bereavement Counselling,  Drogheda Community Services Trust, Dermot Kierans Centre Scarlet Crescent, Drogheda, Co. Louth A92 DD73 http://www.droghedacsc.net/bereavement-counselling.php Telephone: +353 (0)41 983 6084 Fax: +353 (0)41 983 4222 Email: info@droghedacsc.net People affected by suicide Pieta offers counselling, therapy and support for people who have been bereaved by suicide and for people who are thinking about suicide – 1800 247247, [...]

By |2023-02-21T21:15:48+00:00February 21st, 2023|Bereavement Counselling|Comments Off on Bereavement support services

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

When it comes to bereavement through addiction, how are people affected? Every bereavement can be difficult and painful. But when someone we care for harms themselves or dies as a result of drugs or alcohol use or gambling addictions there are some common factors that can make it even harder. Elements like stigma & shame, [...]

By |2023-02-21T20:49:03+00:00February 21st, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

On Friday, 24th February, the Family Support Network will hold its Service of Commemoration and Hope, entitled ‘Honouring Live Lost to Addiction – Let their Light Shine on', in remembrance of loved ones lost to alcohol & other drugs. The Family Support Network (FASN) is an autonomous self-help organisation that provides support to families [...]

By |2023-02-21T20:49:50+00:00February 21st, 2023|Commemoration Service for those lost to addiction|Comments Off on 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Tips for Family Members at Christmas: Living with Addiction

Even under normal circumstances, living with addiction can be a stressful, confusing experience, where the abnormal becomes normal and everyone loses sight of what healthy behavior looks like. Partners, children, parents, and siblings can often tiptoe around someone in active addiction, trying not to rock the boat. Families are already living a double life, [...]

By |2022-12-19T19:54:17+00:00December 19th, 2022|Advice for Family Members at Christmas|Comments Off on Tips for Family Members at Christmas: Living with Addiction

FASN 5K Fundraiser: New Years Day Dundalk Credit Union Sponsored Road Race

The Family Addiction Support Network appeals to young and old to join the 5k family fun run organised by FASN & An Garda Síochána to raise funds for family support services. FASN – who provides support & services to family members and loved ones experiencing substance misuse issues – is expecting hundreds to take part [...]

By |2022-12-12T11:28:58+00:00December 12th, 2022|5k Run Fundraiser, Family Fun Run|Comments Off on FASN 5K Fundraiser: New Years Day Dundalk Credit Union Sponsored Road Race
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