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Welcome to the West Cork Carers Support GroupAre you looking after a dependant family member, neighbour or friend?
The West Cork Carers Support Group was established to recognise and support your work.
The West Cork Carers Support Group (WCCSG) was formed in 1998 and currently provides support and information to in excess of 380 family Carers in the West Cork area.
The Group is open to all Carers, whether they care for an adult, a child, someone with disabilities, a parent, relative or neighbour
The West Cork Carers Support Group (WCCSG) was formed in 1998 and currently provides support and information to in excess of 380 family Carers in the West Cork area.
The Group is open to all Carers, whether they care for an adult, a child, someone with disabilities, a parent, relative or neighbour
The aims of the WCCSG are as follows:
- To give Carers an opportunity to meet, share information, feel supported and realise that they are not alone in their caring situation.
- To ensure that Carers are valued and receive recognition for the work they do.
- To provide information & support to Carers.
- To provide a voice to Carers’ issues and lobby for improved services and supports.
- To link with other Carers’ groups and organisations locally, regionally and nationally.
The WCCSG provides the following services in West Cork:
- A lo-call confidential support-line on Wednesday & Thursday mornings from 10am to 1pm Lo call 1890-201-533
- Two Seminars a year on issues of relevance to Carers’
- Support Group meetings every second month in Dunmanway and Clonakilty with other meetings/events organised throughout West Cork.
- Carers Information and Resource base including Internet access at our Centre in Bantry.
- A Respite fund which recognises the demanding nature of full time care and enables Carers take a break from caring.
- Carers Drop In: in our Centre in Bridge Street, Bantry on Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm and on Thursdays from 2-5 pm. Carers will find a welcoming environment, be able to take time out and find support.
- Carer Courses, include the following:
- Assertive Communication & Self Esteem course, especially designed for family Carers (SHEP).
- Patient Handling & Back care
- Caring in the home.
- Irish Red Cross First Aid Course
- Computer courses
- Relaxation and Recreational Courses including aromatherapy, yoga & arts and crafts
For more information on West Cork Carers contact us