Breffni Family Support & Community Development

01/09/2026

September is Mental Health Month, and taking care of your mind starts with small, positive steps.

Looking for a gentle way to boost your mood and connect with others? Join the Breffni Family Resource Centre Weekly Social Walking for All Group!

Every Thursday morning at 11:00 am, we gather here at Breffni FRC for a nice walk, great conversation, followed by a cuppa.

Come along this Thursday—we can’t wait to walk and chat with you!

01/09/2026

Breffni FRC Baby and Toddler Group is on every Monday ( except Bank Holidays).

If you are parent/ carer of a baby or toddler feel free to join us , for a friendly chat, a cuppa and a chance to meet other parents/carers in a child friendly space.
All welcome!

27/08/2026

The HSE and Jigsaw are working in partnership to establish two independent child and youth mental health advisory panels: one for children and young people, and one for parents and carers.
Help shape national mental health policy & services (including CAMHS)

Seeking young people with mental health service experience, their families, and parents/carers
All backgrounds welcome, especially underrepresented voices 🧡

Apply by 5 pm, 7 Sept 2026: https://buff.ly/AhTuVdW
Questions? Contact Aoife: [email protected]

25/08/2026

24/08/2026

🎒 Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance 2026
With the cost of living continuing to put pressure on household budgets, the expense of getting children ready for school can be difficult for many families.

The Back-to-School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is a once-off, means-tested payment to help eligible families with the cost of school clothing and footwear.

2026 payment rates:
🔹 €160 for each eligible child aged 2 to 11
🔹 €285 for each eligible child aged 12 to 22*

Many eligible families receive the payment automatically. However, if you did not receive an automatic award notification and think you may qualify, you can still apply.

📅 Applications close 30 September 2026.

🔎 Check your eligibility and find out how to apply:
https://www.gov.ie/bscfa

💻 The quickest way to apply is online through MyWelfare:
https://www.mywelfare.ie/

*Those aged 18 to 22 must be returning to full-time second level education in autumn 2026.

Please share this information with anyone who may find it helpful.

20/08/2026

Why not join us this morning on our weekly walk!

04/08/2026

What a great privilege to welcome President Catherine Connolly to Breffni FRC.

16/07/2026

Following HSE Public Health Guidelines, we have taken the decision to cancel the Community walk this morning,

Please stay indoors, keep cool, hydrated, and out of the midday sun.

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