Resources
Here you will find some downloads and useful links from relevant organisations, some of whom provide services and activities in Cavan Monaghan. You are welcome to share them whoever you feel might benefit from them.
Resources
Downloads
Useful Links
Adoption Authority of Ireland
Adoption in Ireland is regulated by the Adoption Authority of Ireland which is an independent quasi-judicial statutory body appointed by Government.
Barnardos
Barnardos is a children’s charity. We work with vulnerable children and their families in Ireland and campaign for the rights of all children.
Careers Portal
CareersPortal.ie is Ireland’s National Career Guidance resource, providing the most up-to-date and relevant guidance materials to those needing or providing career guidance.
Central Statistics Office
The Central Statistics Office holds a comprehensive database of Irish statistical information. Selected statistics for this region can be accessed through the ‘quicklinks’ below:
- Statistics for Cavan Monaghan (2011 Census)
- Children and Young People’s Services Committees
- Cavan Services Committee
- Monaghan Services Committee
Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC) are a key structure identified by Government to plan and co-ordinate services for children and young people in every country in Ireland. Their age remit spans all children and young people aged from 0 to 24 years. The purpose of the CYPSC is to ensure effective interagency co-ordination and collaboration to achieve the best outcomes for all children and young people in their area.
Citizens Information Board:
Citizens Information: Online information
Citizens Information Phone Service
Citizens Information Services: Find your nearest centre
The Citizens Information Board is the national agency responsible for supporting the provision of information, advice and advocacy on social services and for the provision of the Money Advice and Budgeting Service.
The Citizens Information Board supports the delivery of information through three channels: Online, telephoneand face-to-face.
Civil Registration Offices
The HSE’s Civil Registration Service plays an important role in the lives of Irish people, responsible for helping people to register their children’s births, along with marriages, civil partnerships and deaths. The Civil Registration Service also officiates at Civil Marriage and Civil Partnerships.
Department of Social Protection
The Department supports the Minister for Social Protection in the discharge of governmental, parliamentary and departmental duties.
EU Health Portal
Website of the European Commission’s Directorate for public health and risk assessment. Provides information on policies and decisions taken at European, national and international level to protect Europeans’ health by enabling them to make healthy choices and live healthier lives. For health experts, the site also links to databases of public health statistics.
Growing up in Ireland
Website with information on a national study following the progress of almost 20,000 children across Ireland to collect a host of information to help improve our understanding of all aspects of children and their development. The study has been commissioned by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs in association with the Department of Social Protection and the Central Statistics Office.
Health Information and Quality Authority
The Health Information and Quality Authority is the independent Authority established in May 2007 to drive continuous improvement in Ireland’s health and social care services. Reporting directly to the Minister for Health and the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, our role is to promote quality and safety in the provision of health and personal social services for the benefit of the health and welfare of the public.
Health Research Board
The Health Research Board is the lead agency in Ireland supporting and funding health research.
Immunisation
This website of the HSE National Immunisation Office provides information on immunisation for the general public and Healthcare Professionals.
Irish Family Planning Association – IFPA
The Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) is a sexual health charity that promotes the right of all people to sexual and reproductive health information and dedicated, confidential and affordable healthcare services.
Irish Foster Care Association
The Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA) offers its members support and information and keeps them up to date with regard to changes in practice in relation to foster care. We liaise with the Dept. of Children & Youth Affairs and the Child and Family Agency on all matters in relation to the best service for children in care. We also provide information to Families with Children in Care.
Irish Heart Foundation
The Irish Heart Foundation is the national charity fighting heart disease and stroke.
Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission
The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) was set up on 1 November 2014 as an independent public body. Our purpose is to protect and promote human rights and equality in Ireland and build a culture of respect for human rights, equality and intercultural understanding across Irish society.
Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute
Find your nearest dietician here
Founded in 1958, the Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute (INDI) is the professional organisation for dietitians in Ireland, representing over 645 members who work in many areas of healthcare. Find out more in this section about who we are, what we and our members do and about our Vision, Mission and Values.
Letsomeoneknow.ie
Interactive website developed by the HSE aimed at increasing young people’s awareness about mental health and well-being as well as providing some advice and contact details for support.
Mental Health Foundation
UK website with some excellent publications that can be downloaded free of charge. Booklets on ADHD, eating disorders, schizophrenia, self-harm and anxiety offer good information and advice to parents and young people.
Mental Health Ireland
Mental Health Ireland is a national voluntary organisation which was established in 1966 as the Mental Health Association of Ireland. MHI’s aim is to promote positive mental health and wellbeing to all individuals and communities in Ireland. We have a network of 92 Mental Health Associations throughout the country, all led by volunteers.
Migraine Association of Ireland
The Migraine Association of Ireland (MAI) is a registered charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for the 12-15% of our population who suffer from migraine. The Association provides information, support and reassurance to migraine sufferers and those with other headache disorders. Information is also on offer to the families and friends of migraineurs and to medical professionals.
National Council for Special Education
The National Council for Special Education (NCSE) was set up to improve the delivery of education services to persons with special educational needs arising from disabilities with particular emphasis on children. Our local service is delivered through our national network of Special Educational Needs Organisers (SENOs) who interact with parents and schools and liaise with the HSE in providing resources to support children with special educational needs.
One Family
One Family is working to ensure a positive and equal future for all members of all one-parent families in Ireland – changing attitudes, services, policies and lives. Together with one-parent families and those working with them, we are committed to achieving equality and respect for all families.
Safe Food
Promoting safe and healthy eating on the island of Ireland.
safefood is an all-island implementation body set up under the British-Irish Agreement with a general remit to promote awareness and knowledge of food safety and nutrition issues on the island of Ireland.
Social Welfare Numbers
Find your nearest Social Welfare office here
List of Intreo Centres, Social Welfare Local and Branch Offices by county.
SpunOut.ie
On SpunOut.ie we provide information on a range of different topics broken down into sections; education, employment, health, life and opinion.
We aim to educate and inform our readers about the importance of holistic wellbeing and how good health can be maintained, both physically and mentally.
Other Links
- Cavan Parents Padlet
- Monaghan Parents Padlet
- Youth Services & Activities for Young People
- Counselling and Therapy
- Education and Childcare
- Physical Health and Disability
- Support Services
- General Services
- Information and Advice
To find a local based service near you in Cavan Monaghan, please visit our Services directory.