PLEDGED ACCOMMODATION
People across Ireland have opened their homes to provide temporary accommodation to people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine. In recognition of their generosity, the government is providing a monthly payment of €800 for each property. This payment is paid per property, not for each person hosted. The pledged accommodation can be either a separate room […]
APPLYING FOR PLEDGED ACCOMMODATION
Currently, four organizations are helping to place Ukrainians in separate temporary housing provided through the Offer a Home or Pledged accommodation schemes, these are: Irish Red Cross Helping Irish Hosts IOM (iomdublintransfers@iom.int) In order to be eligible to apply for separate housing from the state, two requirements must be met: ✔ the applicant must […]
EMPLOYMENT LAW EXPLAINED
(This article is not an official explanation, is for informational purposes only and cannot be unconditionally applied in every case) Starting Employment Day five statement Within five days of starting work, all employees must get a written statement of the following core terms of employment: the full names of the employer and the employee the […]
HEALTH INFORMATION FOR UKRAINIANS IN IRELAND
Ukrainians living in Ireland under Temporary Protection in accordance with the Temporary Protection Directive (2001/55 EC) are eligible to receive healthcare services. HSE (Health Service Executive) is the state health service of Ireland (similar to the Ministry of Health). On the official website hse.ie you will find all the necessary information in Ukrainian. There are […]
KLAES WEEKLY JOBS NEWSLETTER
Kerry Local Area Employment Service (KLAES) is committed to providing intensive and tailored Employment Assistance and Advice Supports to our Clients, Employers, Stakeholders and members of the public at all times. KLAES publishes a weekly job newsletter filled with current opportunities in Kerry. There you will find a variety of paid positions, CE schemes (Community […]
MYMIND
MyMind has created a unique movement for community-based mental health services that work towards giving every person in Ireland equal access to mental health support early, affordably, directly, without stigma or delay. MyMind provide fast and easy access to counselling and psychotherapy face to face and online: Register and choose a therapist Free therapy for […]
AWARE
Aware – is the national organisation providing free support, education and information services to people impacted by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and related mood conditions. Support Line is a free service available to anyone seeking support and information about anxiety, depression or bipolar disorder – for themselves or a loved one. The service is available 7 […]
BARNARDOS
Ukraine Support Barnardos is using it’s experience as a trauma-informed organisation to advise and influence how the needs of the children and families who have been forced to flee Ukraine are met, both at Government and a local level. Barnardos officially adopted a trauma informed approach for all its services in 2019. Barnardos booket – Learning about […]
CULTURAL
Kerry Library (0-6, 6-18, 18+) Kerry County Council operates 9 libraries throughout the county – Ballybunion, Caherciveen, Castleisland, Dingle/Daingean Uí Chúis, Kenmare, Killarney, Killorglin, Listowel and Tralee. Each library provides adult and children’s book lending, including audio books, large print titles, reference collections, local and daily newspapers. Computer, WiFi, printing and study facilities are available. All online services are available HERE. For assistance with accessing online services email onlinequeries@kerrylibrary.ie Contact […]
LEISURE
Skellig Islands ( 0-6, 6-18, 18+) The Skellig islands lie 12km off the coast and the majestic and dramatic Skellig Michael bursts 218 meters above sea level. On Skellig Michael, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will find a remote monastery dated from the 6th Century and despite the exposed seascape the monks remained on […]
