Shannon Family Resource Centre

04/09/2026

CIRCLE OF SECURITY PARENTING (REGISTRATION OPEN).
Dates: 22nd September to 24th November.
We are now open for registrations and expressions of interest for Circle Of Security Parenting 2026.

Information about Circle of Security parenting programme. This is an attachment based parenting programme focused on supporting parentings to identify and nurture positive attachment with their children.

02/09/2026

It is with great sadness that we remember our wonderful colleague and friend, Sylvie, who was a much loved part of Shannon Family Resource Centre for many years.
In her work as a children’s counsellor, she had a very special way with every child who came through her door. She was kind, caring and incredibly warm. There was always a hug when one was needed, plenty of encouragement and most importantly she made them feel safe and understood.

Her creativity was such a big part of how she worked. Through play, imagination and her ability to meet children at their level, she always found a way to connect with them. The difference she made to so many children and families over the years is something that will be remembered long after her.

Sylvie brought that same warmth and kindness to all of us who had the privilege of working alongside her. She was the person who would listen when you needed to talk, offer advice when you needed it and somehow leave you feeling that you were doing a great job.

There was so much more to Sylvie than her work. She adored her family, especially her grandchildren and loved sharing stories about them and her camping trips to West Cork.
We will miss hearing about her latest Temu finds, her new recipes and her cleaning hacks. It was these little everyday chats, stories and laughs that made Sylvie so special to us.

We were very lucky to have had her as a colleague and friend, she will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all of us here at Shannon Family Resource Centre.
Our thoughts are with Oliver, Graham, Hazell, her grandchildren Jamie and Sophia, her extended family and all that knew her.

Funeral arrangements https://rip.ie/death-notice/sylvie-sims-limerick-640814

02/09/2026

🏃 Step Into September

September can be a good time to reset routines and think about how we can stay active and connected as we move into autumn.

Staying active and connected can boost mood, reduce stress, improve sleep, build confidence, reduce isolation and support our overall mental wellbeing.

Mental Health Ireland Step Into September campaign is encouraging people to run 30km across the month of September while raising funds to support its mental health information, education and community work. The 30km can be completed at your own pace and broken up across the month in a way that suits you.

Even if you are not taking part in the challenge, September can be a useful reminder to build more movement into everyday life.

A walk with a friend, joining a local exercise group, getting outdoors, taking the stairs, gardening or simply moving a little more during the day can all help us stay active and connected.

💚 The goal does not have to be perfection. Small, realistic changes are often easier to maintain, and being active is one of Mental Health Ireland’s Five Ways to Wellbeing.

Find out more and take part in Step Into September:
https://www.mentalhealthireland.ie/get-involved/move-it/step-into-september/

Mental Health Ireland also has a free resource library with information and practical resources on mental health, stress, anxiety, recovery and wellbeing:
https://www.mentalhealthireland.ie/resources-library/

Find out more about Mental Health Ireland:
https://www.mentalhealthireland.ie/

Visit your local FRC to see what activities they have planned for the coming months. Find you FRC here: https://www.familyresource.ie/family-resource-centres-regions.php

02/09/2026

Music holds a special place in our heart here at The Comp so we know this upcoming Taster Thursday will be popular with our students! It’s especially nice to see past pupil Damian taking the lead in it. All the details are below for our experienced musicians and those starting out!

01/09/2026

28/08/2026

These workshops aim to help participants identify where they are getting stuck and uncover the factors that influence their ability to manage everyday life.

Topics include:
* Creating routines that work with your energy rather than against it
* Breaking overwhelming tasks into manageable steps
* Building visual reminders and environmental cues
* Creating simple systems for common household tasks
* Planning around energy, motivation and executive functioning

Get your tickets: https://buff.ly/tajuJWx

28/08/2026

🌐 Staying safe online matters wherever children and young people connect.

Whether they are using a phone, tablet, laptop, gaming console, social media, messaging apps or online games, understanding how to protect personal information, recognise unsafe behaviour and know when to ask for help is important.

Our poster shares some simple reminders to help children and young people stay safer online.

Useful supports and information:

Webwise
Ireland’s Internet Safety Awareness Centre, with advice and resources for children, young people, parents and schools.
https://www.webwise.ie/

Childline
Free, confidential support for children and young people up to and including age 18. Childline is available 24 hours a day by phone or online chat.
Phone: 1800 66 66 66
https://www.childline.ie/

Childline Online Safety Hub
Information specifically for young people on staying safe online, online bullying and what to do if something happens online that worries them.
https://www.childline.ie/topics/online-safety

Hotline.ie
Irish Internet Hotline is a confidential reporting service for suspected illegal online content, including child sexual abuse material, grooming, intimate image abuse and other illegal content.
https://www.hotline.ie/

💙 If something online does not feel right, children and young people should be encouraged to speak to a trusted adult and ask for help.

28/08/2026

A great range of activities for children and families.
Please, contact Valentina for registration.

28/08/2026

Thanks so much to David and the Circus Gerbola family for providing families in Shannon with the opportunity to attend their amazing Circus extravaganza in Ennis lastnight and this evening.

Shannon Family Resource Centre were delighted to be selected as a charity partner.

This is an amazing gesture to families from the county, thank you so much. Check out the remaining shows at Clare Marts Ennis until Sunday.

In our 2026 show, we are delighted to present top Circus acts such including the legendary Flying Trapeze, High Wire, Globe of Death and much more. The show lasts for approx. 2 hours including a short interval.