Ballyfermot And Chapelizod Partnership - Ballyfermot And Chapelizod Partnership

Friendly Call Service
The Friendly Call Service is now taking referrals from Ballyfermot and Chapelizod. This is a free and confidential service available to all older members of our communities, living alone or otherwise.
The service offers a free phone call, 5 days a week to check all is well. The call can be used to remind clients to take medication, visit doctor etc and with a chat to one of the friendly staff, it’s the perfect way to start or end your day.
A local steering group has formed to bring this initiative to Ballyfermot and Chapelizod. To register for this service phone please phone 01 824 7342 .
Access Group visits Leisure Centre
Recently the newly formed access group visited the Ballyfermot Leisure Centre to talk to management about accessibility. This access group is open to disabled people, family members, older people and those with an interest in disability issues. The group has developed a submission outlining their concerns and look forward to working with the team in the Leisure centre to ensure that their premises are accessible to people with disabilities. For more information on the access group contact Catherine on 8989165.
Supporting Parents Locally
The Ballyfermot/Chapelizod Partnership acknowledges the vital role parents play in terms of their child’s education and we are committed to supporting Parents in Dublin 10.

This year the Education coordinator has been meeting with local parents associations to hear their views and recently invited parents from local parents associations to an evening workshop with the Training and development officer from the National Parents Council ...
Volunteers Needed!
Helping Hands Network Care & Repair Programme helps older people by doing basic DIY jobs in their homes. We currently need volunteers to help us to support people in the Ballyfermot and Chapelizod areas.
Can you fit a plug or smoke alarm? Are you handy? Specialist skills are very welcome but not necessary.
Disability Fair 2008

Exploring the Sign-Language guide

The Disability Fair was an enlightening and fun day for the citizens of Ballyfermot. The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Eibhlin Byrne, launched the fair which showcased products and services for people with disabilities in the area. Importantly, many statutory agencies provided information sessions outlining their obligations and progress under the Disability Act 2005.
Healthy Food Made Easy

Healthy Food Made Easy participants cooking up a storm

The Healthy Food Made Easy course offers great advice on healthy food and practical tips to use on a daily basis. The course is free of charge supported by the Health Service Executive and has been a great success in the area. If you are interested in healthy eating we are now taking bookings for our next course which starts in Ballyfermot Library running from 21st January to 25th February on Wednesday mornings 10am to 12:30pm.