MABS - The Money Advice and Budgeting Service

10/10/2026

🧠 World Mental Health Day

Your mental health matters, and so does your financial wellbeing.

Problem debt can impact your mental health. The stress, anxiety, and sleepless nights that come with financial pressure can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to manage it alone.

But you don’t have to.

At MABS, we understand how debt can affect your wellbeing. Our service is free, confidential, and non-judgmental, and available nationwide.

☎️ Call MABS on 0818 07 2000
📧 [email protected]
🙋 In-person nationwide

Whether you're worried about bills, loans, or just keeping up, we're here to help you take back control — one step at a time.

🤝 Let’s work together to ease the burden.

You are not alone.

World Health Organization (WHO)

09/10/2026

07/10/2026

Budget Day brings many announcements, but the important question is: What changes apply to you and your household?

The latest MABS blog looks at Budget 2027 through real-life situations, including:

✅ Families with children
✅ Renters and homeowners
✅ Pensioners
✅ People with disabilities
✅ Carers
✅ Households facing higher energy costs

One of the key messages is not to focus only on headline figures. It can help to break changes down into weekly or monthly amounts and look at them alongside your regular household expenses.

If you're unsure how the Budget changes could affect your finances, MABS can help you review your income, spending and available supports.

📖 Read the latest MABS blog: https://mabs.ie/en/blog/budget-2027-what-it-could-mean-for-you/

06/10/2026

Struggling to keep up with bills?

It often starts small. A missed payment, a delayed bill, or a month that didn’t go to plan. But over time, it can build into calls, letters, and increasing pressure.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start, and many people try to ignore it, hoping it will resolve itself. But that can make things harder.

MABS can help you understand what you owe, see what you can afford, and make a plan that works for you. If needed, we can also speak to creditors on your behalf.

📞 0818 07 2000
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://mabs.pulse.ly/u2omh0faj2
🙋 In-person nationwide

05/10/2026

Today marks the start of Kinship Care Ireland Week 2026.

Across Ireland, thousands of children are being raised by grandparents, relatives and close family friends who have stepped in to provide care, stability and support. Kinship care helps children stay connected to their family, community and identity.

Taking on the care of a child can also bring unexpected financial pressures, from everyday household costs to navigating entitlements and services.

At MABS, we know that money worries can affect anyone. If you're a kinship carer and you're struggling to make ends meet, worried about bills, or unsure what financial supports may be available, we're here to help.

MABS offers free, confidential and independent support to help people work through financial challenges and understand their options.

📞 Call the MABS Helpline on 0818 07 2000
🌐 Visit mabs.ie to find your local office or use our online supports

04/10/2026

Having a baby brings lots of changes, including to your household finances. 💙
Mary, a MABS Money Adviser, shares some simple advice for new and expectant parents.
If you’re at the Pregnancy & Baby Fair in the RDS today, come and say hello to the MABS team. We’re here until 5pm.

02/10/2026

Think you need to make big changes to improve your finances?
It doesn’t always work that way. Small changes can add up over time, often more than you expect.

Things like bringing lunch from home, reviewing subscriptions, or planning your shopping might feel small, but over weeks and months they can make a real difference.

You don’t need to change everything at once. Starting with one or two small steps can help you build habits, feel more in control, and keep going.

📞 0818 07 2000
📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://mabs.pulse.ly/y2jqlrbxbd
🙋 In-person nationwide

02/10/2026

Building confidence with money starts with practical information, accessible support and learning opportunities in local communities.

Between April and June 2026, MABS delivered 209 money management education, outreach and awareness activities, reaching 6,576 people nationwide through workshops, information events and public engagement initiatives.

From schools and colleges to community groups, workplaces, healthcare settings and prisons, MABS continued to support people across Ireland with practical information on:

✅ Budgeting
✅ Scam and fraud awareness
✅ Managing debt
✅ Reducing expenses
✅ Maximising income
✅ Building savings habits

This quarter saw:

📊 6,576 people reached nationwide
📅 209 education, outreach and awareness activities delivered
🎓 1,153 learners engaged through Global Money Week activities
👥 Over 1,000 people reached through local community group events

We're proud to continue supporting Ireland's Financial Literacy Strategy and helping people build the confidence, capability and skills they need to manage their money.

👉 Read the full update here: https://mabs.ie/en/news/supporting-irelands-financial-literacy-strategy-mabs-publishes-q2-2026-impact-update

Funded and supported by the Citizens Information Board