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Services
Raphoe Family Resource Centre provide Computer and internet access, photocopying, CV preparation and weekly employment lists via email. If you need any help on these areas, please call in to us or give us a call. If you are interested in any of our following courses or programmes or would like to join in on any of our groups, please call in to see us or contact us on 0749145796 / 0873641503.
Location
Raphoe, County Donegal
Hours
9 AM - 5 PM
Community Celebration Event
Celebrating the diverse range of activities and community groups/clubs active in the Raphoe area. Join with the Family Resource and take place in the parade departing from Deele College. Assemble there for 12.45PM Lots of fun and activities for all the family. Event takes place from 1 – 4PM
a great day out and it was great to see everyone have such a good time
Local Resident
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Looking For Work
DLDC will provide employment support to include:
Weekly job lists
Job searching
Assistance with applications
CV preparation/cover letters
Interview preparation/Mock interviews
Taking place at Raphoe Family Resource Centre (next workshop will take place early November date to be confirmed) Call in if you need help finding employment!
Walking Group
Do you like to get out and about in the fresh air? Do you enjoy a walk with company? Why not join our walking group? The walking group will meet at the Family Resource Centre on a Thursday morning starting 26th September at 10.30AM. Join us in the Resource Centre after for a wee cuppa! Everyone Welcome!
Women's Group
The women’s group meet every second Monday (next meeting 7th October 2024) at the Family resource Centre from 8PM, join in the fun with a cuppa and a chat . Everyone welcome! For more info contact Laura on 0749145796/0873641503
Yarnbombing
Raphoe Family Resource Centre would like to hear from you if you would be interested in taking part in a yarnbombing project. What is yarnbombing – Yarnbombing is adding crocheted, knitted, or weaved yarn to items such as bikes, hula hoops, umbrellas, bunting, tree’s, fences, post boxes etc. and displayed in public places. (You do not have to be able to knit or crochet to take part)
Please contact Marie on 0749145796/0873641503/Facebook/WhatsApp to register your interest.
Yoga
Yoga with Erin in the Family Resource Centre continues every Monday from 10 – 11AM, to book you place or for more info contact Erin on 0874502904.
Song Writing Workshop
Every fortnight on a Tuesday (next class 8th October) time – A fun and creative class to explore the elements of song writing! Learn skills, share skills & express your thoughts! Why not come along and check it out! Cost is €3 Booking is essential, please contact Marie on 0749145796/0873641503.
Little Smiles And Big Dreams
Raphoe Family Resource Centre’s Little Smiles with Big Dreams Toddler Group will take place every Wednesday from 10.30 to 12 Noon. A great way to increase your little one’s confidence and get to know others of similar age. Cost €2 per child. The group hosts fun activities and workshops throughout the year. Everyone welcome to come along and join the fun! Contact Laura if you have any further queries on 0873350658.
Raphoe Mens Shed
The Men’s Shed group meet every Thursday at 12 Noon in “The Shed”. If you have a few hours to spare why not come along and join in! New members are always welcome for a cuppa and a chat in the shed! For more info contact Marie on 0749145796/0873641503.
Family Support
As a parent or guardian, parenting is one of the most rewarding things you will ever do, however the Family Resource Centre recognises at times life throws up challenges and these can be overwhelming. Some examples of the support we can offer; making routines, establishing boundaries and dealing with challenging behaviours.
The Family Resource Centre can help through listening ear, parenting programmes, one to one support, and a drop-in clinic to offer support on issues that are affecting home life.
We also provide sign posting or referrals to other services. For any further information please call Laura our Family Support Community Development Worker on 08733350658.
Seniors Alert
Raphoe Family Resource Centre is registered under Pobal’s Senior Alert Scheme to provide personal alarms to those over 65 years living alone for significant periods of time during the day, or is a carer to someone else in their household. The purpose of the scheme is to enable older persons of limited means to continue to live securely in their own homes with confidence, independence and peace of mind providing them with a free personal monitored alarm which can be worn as a pendant or around their wrist like a watch. If you feel you or someone you know would benefit from this scheme, please contact us on (074) 9145796 or 0873641503 for more information or to make an application.
START Project
Would you like to talk to someone about your concerns around drugs/alcohol? Free, confidential – non-judgemental service providing up to date information and practical supports, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness practices, Brief Solution Focus Therapy and the Smart Recovery Principles. Drop-in Group/Individuals every Tuesday 10am-12pm in Raphoe Family Resource Centre. Letterkenny C.D.P is a community Development Project providing a Community Response to Alcohol/Drug misuse throughout Co. Donegal. We provide non-judgemental support guidance and education to drug/alcohol users, their families and the community. Contact our Outreach worker for the area, Karen Gallen on 087 388 5080
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Community Prayer Service
This Harvest Community prayer space will be open upstairs in the Suile Centre (volt house) from 9-5pm on Friday 4th & Saturday 5th (during the community celebration day)
It will be a calm quiet space available for all in the community. It will be interactive and the theme is a celebration of Harvest.
On the Friday it can be booked for private prayer through the link below or contacting Karen Welch (0873189141) Families & small groups can also book.
On the Saturday it is an open space and on Saturday evening from 7:30pm we will gather to worship God together & pray for our community. We’d love extend an invitation to all.
St. Eunan’s National School – Trunk or Treat Event
St. Eunan’s National school parents’ association are hosting a trunk or treat on Oct 26th from 3-5pm with a sensory friendly time at 2:30. This fun Halloween event is an alternative to traditional trick or treating where volunteers have kindly offered to decorate their car boots in various Halloween themes and give out candy to children. This family friendly event will also feature games, fun photo opportunities and much more! This is a ticketed event with limited availability. Tickets will be available from the St Eunan’s national school office or by ringing (086) 362-5333 or (087) 450-2904. So come show off your fabulous costumes and don’t miss out on the spookiest event of the year!
Raphoe Boxing Club
St. Eunan’s National school parents’ association are hosting a trunk or treat on Oct 26th from 3-5pm with a sensory friendly time at 2:30. This fun Halloween event is an alternative to traditional trick or treating where volunteers have kindly offered to decorate their car boots in various Halloween themes and give out candy to children. This family friendly event will also feature games, fun photo opportunities and much more! This is a ticketed event with limited availability. Tickets will be available from the St Eunan’s national school office or by ringing (086) 362-5333 or (087) 450-2904. So come show off your fabulous costumes and don’t miss out on the spookiest event of the year!
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Carnone Auction & Sale
Carnone auction & sale will take place in Carnone hall on Wednesday 16th October 2024 @ 7.30PM. Usual stalls, Teas available. Everyone Welcome!
Raphoe Kurling Club
Kurling Club meets every Monday 6.30PM – 7.45PPM in Raphoe Presbyterian Church Hall. All new members welcome. For more info contact Margaret on 0857067208
Wellness Cafe
Connect in a safe place with friendly people who put the We in Wellness, Drop into Lifford Courthouse on Wednesdays between11.00AM and 12.30PM. For more information telephone 0749141430 Facebook: @donegalwellnesscafes
Volunteer
Looking to volunteer locally, we have a wide range of volunteer roles available! For more information contact Eamonn on 0871039730/Office 07491 26740
Volt House
Pilates Mondays and Thursdays 7 -8 pm
Tin Whistle Monday 7 – 9pm
Yoga Tuesday 7- 8pm
Seniors Club Friday 10.30 – 12pm
Rinka – Tue 4 30 – 5 15pm ( Strength Club (8yrs – 13yrs) , Wed 6:00pm – 6:45pm ( Dramafit (4yrs – 10yrs) , Fri 4:20pm – 5:05pm ( Dramafit (4yrs – 10yrs)
The Suile Centre is also available for private functions, (kid’s birthday parties,
conference facilities, dance & creative classes etc.)
The Volt House Reception offers printing, photocopying and typing
facilities at very reasonable rates. (074 91 73966) or email
raphoe.volthouse@gmail.com
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