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Killorglin Community & Family Resource Centre

Killorglin Community & Family Resource Centre

KCRFC is the heart of our community, providing essential support, resources & a warm, welcoming space.
Family services, Counselling, Art/Play Therapy.
Laune Childcare Services.

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Volunteers Wanted in Killorglin – Make a Difference with ALONE

πŸ’› Could you spare 1–2 hours a week to support an older person in your community?

ALONE is currently seeking volunteers in the Killorglin region to join our Befriending & Visitation and/or Telephone Support Services.

Whether you'd prefer to visit an older person locally for a cup of tea and a chat or make friendly weekly phone calls from the comfort of your own home, your time can make a real difference in helping to reduce loneliness and social isolation.

Volunteer Opportunities:

β˜• Visitation & Befriending Volunteers

Visit an older person in your local area
Spend around 1 hour per week together
Enjoy a friendly chat and companionship
πŸ“ž Telephone Support & Befriending Volunteers

Make a few friendly calls each week
Volunteer from the comfort of your own home
Flexible commitment of up to 2 hours per week

No special experience is neededβ€”just kindness, empathy, and a willingness to connect with others.

We're currently looking for:

βœ…10x Visitation & Befriending Volunteers

βœ… 5x Telephone Support Volunteers

A small commitment of your time can have a lasting impact on someone's life.

πŸ“ Apply online or by phoning Cian our Volunteer Support Officer

🌐 alone.tfaforms.net/f/ALONE-Volunteer-Expression-of-Interest-2021

πŸ“ž086 012 57187

Join ALONE and help bring friendship, connection and support to older people in your community.
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Volunteers Wanted in

🌍 New to the community? Get involved! 🌍

Are you living in Killorglin or the surrounding area and new to the community? Want to build your confidence, develop new skills, meet people, and make a real contribution locally?

Volunteering might be just for you! ✨

πŸ“‹ Volunteer Readiness Training β€” 3 free sessions covering:
1️⃣ What volunteering involves, how to get started, what to expect & how to apply
2️⃣ Personal & professional development, including CV preparation
3️⃣ A chance to meet local voluntary organisations and start your volunteer journey

πŸ“ Where: Killorglin FRC, Market Street, Killorglin, V93 V525
πŸ—“οΈ When: Thursdays β€” Sept 10th, 17th & 24th
πŸ•™ Time: 10am – 1pm
β˜• Refreshments provided | Free to attend | 3 sessions

βœ… Booking required
πŸ“ž Call or text: 087-0507733
πŸ“§ Email:

Facilitated by Jacqueline O'Gorman (Kerry ETB) & Lisa Newman (Kerry Volunteer Centre)

#Killorglin #Volunteering #CommunityKerry #GetInvolved
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🌍 New to the comm

🐐 Puck Fair (10th–12th August)
It's that time of year again! πŸπŸŽ‰
Puck Fair is back in Killorglin from the 10th–12th August β€” three days of tradition, music, markets and community spirit right on our doorstep. Whatever your Puck plans, we hope you get to enjoy the atmosphere with family and friends.
We are now closed and will return on 13th.
See you around the town! πŸ’š
#PuckFair2026 #Killorglin #KCFRC #CommunitySpirit
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🐐 Puck Fair (10th

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International Day of Friendship
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Happy International Day of Friendship!
Friendship is at the heart of everything we do here at Killorglin CFRC β€” the friendships made over coffee mornings, in our parent groups, and between the little ones in our services.
Today, why not reach out to a friend you haven't spoken to in a while? A quick message can mean the world. πŸ’›
Tag a friend who brightens your day πŸ‘‡
#DayOfFriendship #Killorglin #Community #KCFRC #Kerry
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International D

Adventure mode: ON! πŸŒ΄πŸ¦•
Our Laune Childcare summer camp squad went wild (literally!) exploring the jungle-like magic of Kells Bay Gardens β€” tropical plants, secret pathways, wobbly rope bridge crossings πŸŒ‰ (brave adventurers only!), and maybe a dinosaur or two πŸ¦–πŸ‘€ It's definitely worth a visit if you haven't been!
Then on the way home a quick stop to Rossbeigh Beach for sandy toes and big giggles! Best. Day. Ever. πŸŒŠβ˜€οΈ #LauneChildcareService #SummerCamp #KellsBayGardens #RossbeighBeach
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Samaritans Awareness Day (#TalkToUs)
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Today is Samaritans Awareness Day β€” #TalkToUs
The message is simple: whatever you're going through, you don't have to face it alone. Samaritans are there 24/7, free of charge, on 116 123.
And closer to home, our door on Market Street is always open. Whether it's family support, counselling, or just somewhere to start β€” reach out. Talking really does help.
πŸ“ž Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
πŸ“ KCFRC, Market Street, Killorglin 0669761816
#TalkToUs #SamaritansAwarenessDay #Killorglin #ItsOkayNotToBeOkay #FamilyResourceCentre
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Samaritans Awar
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