Crumlin Garda Station Visit and Streetwise Certs

EVE Cherryfield were very fortunate to visit Crumlin Garda Station on Monday 30th June.  It was the final part of the Community Garda 'Street Wise' programme delivered in Cherryfield by Garda Gina O'Brien over the last couple of months.

The group received their certs, got a nice cup of tea and a tour of the station, including a fascinating look at the interview rooms and cells.

Many thanks to Gardai Gina, Oonagh, Elaine, Damien,  Bobby and Superintendent Liam Carolan for a wonderful experience.  We hope to start the 'Street Wise' programme with a new group in Cherryfield very shortly!

Green Ribbon Event - Ashleaf Shopping Centre

EVE Cherryfield staff and service users held an event on Thursday 19th May in the Ashleaf shopping centre as part of Green Ribbon month. We were joined on the day by Emma from the Dublin 12 Taskforce and Rachael from ARC, fellow members of the Dublin 12 Community Mental Health Forum.

We had a table in a central location and fanned out, handing out Green Ribbons and raising awareness of mental health issues. Conversations were started with members of the public about mental health, fighting stigma and raising awareness.  Many people shared their own stories with us and the feedback we received was very positive. Thanks to all who took part on the day.

Huge thanks to the Ashleaf Shopping Centre for allowing Cherryfield facilitate their event and taking part in the Green Ribbon Campaign. To learn more about the Ashleaf Shopping Centre pelase click on the image below.

 

Green Ribbon Events

To mark Green Ribbon month, starting the conversation about Mental Health, a number of events are taking place, with local Dublin 12 and forum member participation:

• EVE Cherryfield staff and service users, along with other forum members, will have a stand in the Ashleaf shopping centre this Thursday 19th May, handing out green ribbons and discussing their services with the general public.

• EVE services will be holding a flash mob to raise awareness of mental health issues on Henry St at 12pm on Friday 20th May in partnership with the High Hopes Choir.

• St Patrick's Mental Health services are holding a Mental Health Fair on Saturday, May 21st 11am-4pm follow click here for details.