Castlebar Community First Responders

15/04/2026

Thank you to Fiona Thomas from the Mayo Su***de Bereavement Liaison service and the Family Centre in Castlebar for coming out this evening and giving a very informative talk on bereavement to our Responders.

The Family Centre offers a free and confidential bereavement support service through a network of trained and skilled bereavement support workers across the region. The service is available in Castlebar, Westport, Claremorris, Tuam and Headford. While most people learn to cope with the death of somebody close to them with the support of family and friends it can sometimes be helpful to talk about your loss to somebody who is not connected to you in any way.

All you have to do to arrange an appointment is to contact the Family Centre at 094 90 25900 or email [email protected] Bereavement support workers have been carefully selected and trained through the Family Centre for the duration of one year before they start work with us. They also have access to professional support and further education through our Centre.

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25/03/2026

Training this evening. Refreshing our life saving skills. Thank you to Atlantic Care Mayo for providing us with a training room.
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24/03/2026

Public access AED machines can be registered using the link below 👇. If you have any questions on AEDs and cabinets do reach out we would be happy to help. Working together for our Community ❤️
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15/03/2026

To all of our amazing mothers: Thank you for the countless hours you dedicate to training and the selfless courage you show when responding to medical emergencies. You give up so much of your own time to ensure others have more time with their families. ❤️

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day to our wonderful responders 👏👏

05/02/2026

Can't wait to see Ryan Gaffney one of the Community First Responders here in Castlebar. Ryan is also a newly qualified Paramedic.Ryan will be hitting the screens on the 18th February on Virgin media 📽️🎬

Series follows student, intern and newly qualified paramedics, including Mayo-based Ryan Gaffney, as they face real emergencies

31/12/2025

Here's to a bright New Year and a fond farewell to the old; here's to the things that are yet to come, and to the memories that we hold.'' `May you have a prosperous New Year.'' ``Wishing you a happy, healthy New Year.'' ``May the New Year bless you with health, wealth, and happiness.'' 🎉🎉🎉

18/12/2025

On behalf of the Castlebar Community First Responders, we would like to wish you and your loved ones a very Happy and Safe Christmas.

This season, we remember and keep in our thoughts those who have lost loved ones throughout the year. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 🙏

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated volunteers, whose unwavering commitment, training, and responsiveness make a difference every day. We also extend our gratitude to their families for their support and understanding.

Please know we are ready to respond 24/7, even over the Christmas period, to ensure your safety and care.

Merry Christmas and a safe New Year from all of us at Castlebar Community First Responders.

Please remember to call 112/999 in case of an emergency.

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02/12/2025

Thank you to Darren Forde of Eco Powered cabinets for your generous donation towards lifesaving equipment. Working together for our Community ❤️ Nephin National Park National Ambulance Service (NAS) NAS Community Engagement Mayo Training Institute Atlantic Care Mayo Volunteer Centre

01/12/2025

A big thank you to Cllr Donna Sheridan for your kind donation from the GMA fund. Your support will make a meaningful difference and help us provide life-saving equipment.Working together for our Community ❤️ Mayo County Council Castlebar Community First Responders

26/11/2025

A big happy special birthday to our amazing volunteer Anne Marie Stewart 🎉🎉🎉