31/08/2026
🧰 FRC Staff Recommendations of the Week
Supporting Anyone Experiencing Financial Pressure
Our FRCs know that September can bring a whole different set of financial challenges for individuals and families. With children returning to school, seasonal expenses and household costs continuing to rise, this can be a particularly difficult time for anyone already experiencing financial pressure.
Knowing where to find accurate information and appropriate support quickly can make a real difference.
Here are some trusted services and resources recommended by FRC staff that you may find useful:
🏠 Family Resource Centres
Family Resource Centres provide community based support to individuals and families. Depending on the local FRC, supports may include family support, information, help filling out forms, signposting, practical supports and help connecting with other services in the community.
Find your local Family Resource Centre:
https://www.familyresource.ie/family-resource-centres-regions.php
💶 MABS - The Money Advice and Budgeting Service
Free, confidential and independent money and debt advice. MABS can help people manage debt, deal with creditors and look at realistic options for getting their finances back on track.
https://www.mabs.ie/
🏛️ Department of Social Protection
Information on social welfare payments and financial supports, including Community Welfare Services and Additional Needs Payments for people who may be unable to meet certain essential expenses.
https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-social-protection/
ℹ️ Citizens Information
Clear information on entitlements and rights across areas including social welfare, housing, health, employment, education and family matters.
https://www.citizensinformation.ie/
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The Department of Social Protection's online service where people can access and apply for a range of social welfare supports.
https://www.mywelfare.ie/
📌 Worth saving for the next time you or someone you know needs practical information or support.
