Supporting one another during the COVID-19
Insight Inishowen is committed to creating caring and resilient communities across Inishowen and promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
This page will be updated regularly with resources and information to help you over the coming weeks - a one-stop resource:
This page will be updated regularly with resources and information to help you over the coming weeks - a one-stop resource:
Local Supports and Services
Inishowen Food Bank - set up across Inishowen to help those who are struggling to make ends meet at this time. Practical help with food and toiletries until you can get back on your feet. Call 074 937 3303 or Click Here to order now.
Inishowen Development Partnership has now developed a webpage with a range of local and Inishowen-wide contacts and services - see their webpage here
Buncrana GAA's Health and Wellbeing Committee is also providing a service to anyone who needs help with collecting prescriptions, groceries or other essentials. All requests will be treated in a confidential and respectful manner. Contact Aine Daly (086 395 3380) or Michelle McKenna (086 607 6007)
Muff Red Cross
If you need any help or assistance or know of someone who needs help in getting shopping, prescriptions, fuel etc. please get in contact via information below. Email Muff Red Cross or call 086 054 3259.
Buncrana GAA's Health and Wellbeing Committee is also providing a service to anyone who needs help with collecting prescriptions, groceries or other essentials. All requests will be treated in a confidential and respectful manner. Contact Aine Daly (086 395 3380) or Michelle McKenna (086 607 6007)
Muff Red Cross
If you need any help or assistance or know of someone who needs help in getting shopping, prescriptions, fuel etc. please get in contact via information below. Email Muff Red Cross or call 086 054 3259.
Saint Vincent de Paul
Although SVP charity shops are closed, the work of the charity continues! These are difficult times with a number of people suddenly facing temporary unemployment or reduced working hours or struggling to make ends meet because of the need to quarantine or self isolate. Whatever your reason for getting in contact, SVP aims to help and the service is offered in the strictest confidence. Request help online or Contact the North West Regional Office - Phone: 074-9173933 or Email
Although SVP charity shops are closed, the work of the charity continues! These are difficult times with a number of people suddenly facing temporary unemployment or reduced working hours or struggling to make ends meet because of the need to quarantine or self isolate. Whatever your reason for getting in contact, SVP aims to help and the service is offered in the strictest confidence. Request help online or Contact the North West Regional Office - Phone: 074-9173933 or Email
Helplines & Useful Numbers
Many of us face challenges and struggles even at the best of times. With the added stress of isolation caused by the Coronavirus, these difficulties can feel worse. It helps to talk to someone about how you are feeling and get some support. Here are some national and local helplines.
24/7 Helplines
The Samaritans 116 123
24/7 Suicide Helpline Pieta House 1800 247 247
Childline 1800 666 666
A list of Telephone Helplines is available on the HSE website.
Alone Ireland has opened a support line for older people and carers, in light of Coronavirus and social isolation — the line is available to all older people & those concerned about an older person close to them: Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm, on 0818 222 024
Lifeline Inishowen
LIFELINE (Inishowen) in Carndonagh provides a free confidential support service for woman and children who have /are experiencing Domestic Abuse. Helpline available from 10am -1.30pm Monday to Friday on 074 93 73232.
Official Health Information and Advice
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Links to up-to-date official information:
The HSE website is the single most important site for information for the public: HSE webpage on Covid–19: HPSC advice for healthcare professionals: Travel Advice World Health Organisation: Irish Red Cross latest news: https://www.redcross.ie/national-news/ |
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Mental Health Supports
The uncertainty of the current situation, enforced isolation, financial worries and health concerns can all impact our mental health. At some point most people will experience feelings of fear, anxiety, helplessness or loneliness. This is normal but we can all do things to help. And if things get too much, reach out online or by phone to a friend or family member. The Samaritans phone line is always available and Insight Inishowen is working to set up a Listening Ear to supplement our normal Counselling Service - check back for details.
HSE Advice on Mental Health during the coronavirus outbreak
Minding your Mental Health
Many services offer Online Supports
HSE Advice on Mental Health during the coronavirus outbreak
Minding your Mental Health
- Stay informed by setting limits for news and social media
- Keep your routines as much as possible
- Stay connected with others through phone calls, video calls, online chats, text or WhatsApp messages, emails and more.
- Talk to one another about how you are feeling and anticipate times when it will be more stressful
Many services offer Online Supports
Official Advice from Govt & Statutory Services
Find out the most up-to-date information and advice here: Latest Government Updates
An Garda Síochána Information
All Public Offices of Garda stations remain open, however if you need to contact An Garda Síochána please consider how you can limit physical contact by using the telephone rather than visiting your local Garda station:
In an emergency always dial 999/112.
For non-emergency or general enquiries contact your local Garda Station by Telephone and Email see Garda Stations Directory
Employment and Welfare Support
See Latest Government Update on Unemployment payments. Sick Pay: When a worker is told to self-isolate or has been diagnosed with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) by a doctor, they can apply for an enhanced Illness Benefit payment of €305 per week.
1) An application form for the new Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment can be downloaded here and returned to Free Post, PO BOX 12896, Dublin 1
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2) You can apply for another income support from us through www.MyWelfare.ie (you will need a Public Services Card)
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3) Phone 1890 800 024 or 01 2481398 and the latest application will be sent to you.
You contact your local Intreo Centre Buncrana here but there is no need to attend in person at the current time.
Employment Rights Info from Job Alert
An Garda Síochána Information
All Public Offices of Garda stations remain open, however if you need to contact An Garda Síochána please consider how you can limit physical contact by using the telephone rather than visiting your local Garda station:
In an emergency always dial 999/112.
For non-emergency or general enquiries contact your local Garda Station by Telephone and Email see Garda Stations Directory
Employment and Welfare Support
See Latest Government Update on Unemployment payments. Sick Pay: When a worker is told to self-isolate or has been diagnosed with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) by a doctor, they can apply for an enhanced Illness Benefit payment of €305 per week.
1) An application form for the new Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment can be downloaded here and returned to Free Post, PO BOX 12896, Dublin 1
OR
2) You can apply for another income support from us through www.MyWelfare.ie (you will need a Public Services Card)
OR
3) Phone 1890 800 024 or 01 2481398 and the latest application will be sent to you.
You contact your local Intreo Centre Buncrana here but there is no need to attend in person at the current time.
Employment Rights Info from Job Alert