Mayor Of Wexford Visits Our Wexford Clubhouse

We were delighted to welcome the Mayor of Wexford, Councillor George Lawlor to our Wexford Clubhouse recently. Cllr Lawlor congratulated the members on their incredible win at the Fleadh Cheoil 2024 Window Display Competition, where they were awarded the overall prize of €1,000.

The clubhouse provides a safe place for those living with a brain injury in and around Wexford. Members can participate in various rehabilitative activities, access resources, and build social connections.

During the visit, the Mayor met with clubhouse members and the local ABI Ireland team, learning about the services offered by the clubhouse. Weekly activities and workshops take place at the clubhouse to help survivors regain independence, develop new skills, and find a sense of belonging within the community. Cllr Lawlor praised the efforts of the clubhouse members and staff in creating a positive and empowering space for brain injury survivors, highlighting the importance of such initiatives:

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It is wonderful to be here and witness the impact this clubhouse has on its members. I can truly see the benefits of a service like this for brain injury survivors, providing a social space and a place of necessary rehabilitation.

Cllr Lawlor also congratulated each of the members on their recent win at the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Window Display Competition. To celebrate the Fleadh Cheoil taking place in Wexford this year, local businesses were invited to create a window display centred around the theme ‘Wexford Welcomes Fleadh 2024’. After spending 3 weeks on a very impressive display, our Wexford Clubhouse members were awarded the overall prize of €1,000.

He was intrigued by the story behind the beautiful display, and more specifically, the use of colour and music to emphasise the benefits of creative arts for rehabilitation after a brain injury.

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Irish Football legend, Paul McGrath and Community Education Facilitator, Bridin Lyng-Maloney of the local Education and Training Board (ETB) were also present during the Mayor’s visit and spoke about the importance of ABI Ireland and the services we provide, such as the Clubhouse.
Paul McGrath has displayed constant support to our organisation through his participation in fundraising campaigns. He also visits the Wexford Clubhouse often to show his support for brain injury survivors.
Bridín Lyng-Moloney, of the Waterford and Wexford ETB spoke about the courses they offer to our Clubhouse and the fantastic work they have witnessed by staff members:

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Waterford Wexford Education & Training Board are delighted to support ABI Wexford in their work for the past number of years through our Community Education programmes. This year, we are proud to work with the group through our SOLAS funded Reach grant. The dedication and passion shown by the staff and tutors have made a real impact in empowering individuals and fostering growth. It’s inspiring to see how the efforts of staff are making a real difference in people’s lives and we look forward to seeing even more success from the group in the future."

Huge thanks to Cllr Lawlor, Paul McGrath and the WWETB for their visit and the opportunity to highlight the need for services such as the Clubhouse.

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