The Family Centre

25/08/2026

💚 Samaritans Castlebar are recruiting volunteers 💚

We’re happy to share this volunteering opportunity from Samaritans in Castlebar.

If you’re a good listener, compassionate and would like to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, why not drop into one of their upcoming information sessions to learn more?

📍 Samaritans, 21 Thomas Street, Castlebar

🗓️ Saturday 29th August | 11am–3pm
🗓️ Thursday 3rd September | 5pm–7pm

No previous experience is needed, with full training and ongoing support provided.

Please share with anyone who may be interested. 💚

CommunitySupport

25/08/2026

💛 Understanding Self-Harm – One-Day Training Programme

Join us for a one-day training programme designed to develop participants’ knowledge and understanding of self-harm and the reasons that may underlie this behaviour.

📅 Wednesday, 16th September
⏰ 10am–5pm
📍 The Family Centre, Upper Chapel Street, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 PH39

This training provides an opportunity to build greater awareness, understanding and confidence around this important and sensitive topic.

Booking is essential. Scan the QR code on the poster for more information and to secure your place.

Please share with anyone who may benefit from attending. 💛

Mayo

24/08/2026

📢 We’re Hiring – Staff Grade Psychologist

The Family Centre, Castlebar is recruiting a Staff Grade Psychologist to support the development of a psychosocial service for forcibly displaced populations across the West of Ireland.

This role will work within the Refugee Psychology Service and wider Social Inclusion Team, supporting people including Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection, International Protection Applicants and Programme Refugees.

📍 Based in the West of Ireland
🗓️ Closing date: 4 p.m., 31 August 2026
📧 Applications: [email protected]

Full details and application information are available at:
www.activelink.ie/node/126317

Please share with anyone who may be interested.

RefugeeSupport

18/08/2026

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A 6 week Mindfulness course will begin on Monday 14th of September in Castlebar. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who has been interested in learning or developing some supportive and beneficial practices.

This course will take place at the Family Centre Castlebar, from 10.30am until 11.30am. This is a drop in class so you are welcome to come along to one or all classes.

The cost is €3 minimum, and if you would like more information please contact the Family Centre;
094-9025900
[email protected]



The Family Centre

13/08/2026

A huge thank you to the Islandeady Walks Group for their very generous donation of €400 to the Family Centre, raised through their recent Darkness Into Light inspired walk. 🩵

We are incredibly grateful for the support and generosity of everyone who took part and contributed. Donations like this help the Family Centre continue to provide important support to individuals and families in our community.

It was a pleasure to accept the donation, and we would also like to extend a special thank you to our Board Director, Noreen Coyne, for being part of the presentation.

Thank you once again to everyone involved with the Islandeady Walks Group for thinking of the Family Centre and for your wonderful community spirit. 🩵

12/08/2026

🩵Suicide Alertness for Everyone – safeTALK Training

The Family Centre, Castlebar is pleased to host safeTALK, a half-day su***de alertness training programme delivered in partnership with Breaking Through.

safeTALK helps participants learn four key steps to identify people who may be having thoughts of su***de and connect them with appropriate su***de first-aid resources.

📅 Tuesday, 8th September
⏰ 10am – 1.30pm
📍 The Family Centre, Upper Chapel Street, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 PH39

The training is FREE to attend, but booking is essential.

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster for more information and to book your place, or contact [email protected].

Please feel free to share this post — raising awareness and building confidence around su***de prevention can make an important difference in our communities. 🩵

05/08/2026

📢 We’re Hiring: Psychology Assistant

The Family Centre is recruiting a Psychology Assistant to support the development of a psychosocial service for forcibly displaced people across the West of Ireland.
The successful candidate will play an important role within our Refugee Psychology Service and wider Social Inclusion Team, supporting people experiencing psychological and social challenges.
🗓 Closing date: 4 p.m., Friday 14 August 2026
📧 Apply by email: [email protected]
🔗 Full details: www.activelink.ie/node/126317

Please share with anyone who may be interested.

04/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to all the winners! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who bought a ticket and supported this fantastic fundraiser. Your generosity will make a real difference to the families we support.

We’re also incredibly grateful to all the generous sponsors, and especially to the wonderful management and staff of Ireland West Airport for their outstanding support and hard work in making this draw such a success. 🩵🩵🩵

30/07/2026

We’re Hiring! Psychologist, Staff Grade
Are you a compassionate and dedicated psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference? The Family Centre, Castlebar, is looking for a Psychologist, Staff Grade, to deliver comprehensive psychological and psychosocial services to forcibly displaced populations.
About the Role: You will focus on addressing the complex psychosocial needs of these groups through a holistic, trauma-informed approach, encompassing:
Psychological assessment
Therapeutic intervention
Consultation
Wider psychosocial support
Who We’re Looking For: A registered psychologist with a strong commitment to supporting displaced populations. Experience with trauma-informed care is essential.
Why Join Us: Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing essential mental health support to vulnerable communities.
To Apply: View the full job details and apply at: www.activelink.ie/node/126319
Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 14th, 2026, at 4 p.m. by email to [email protected]