Cavan Monaghan Connects
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Connecting you with services, supports and opportunities to support wellbeing, resilience, and recovery across Cavan and Monaghan.
Grief affects us all, yet it can often feel isolating. This National Grief Awareness Week, Irish Hospice Foundation invites us to be more aware, understanding and compassionate towards those who are grieving and towards ourselves.
Read more on Cavan Monaghan Connects.
#BeGriefAware #NGAW2026
Read more on Cavan Monaghan Connects.
#BeGriefAware #NGAW2026
January 26, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Grief affects us all, yet it can often feel isolating. This National Grief Awareness Week, Irish Hospice Foundation invites us to be more aware, understanding and compassionate towards those who are grieving and towards ourselves.
Read more on Cavan Monaghan Connects.
#BeGriefAware #NGAW2026
Read more on Cavan Monaghan Connects.
#BeGriefAware #NGAW2026
If you or someone you care about needs support, help is available. The Numbers When You Need Them resource brings together key mental health, wellbeing and crisis supports for people living in Cavan and Monaghan, all in one place.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yVo050XZHKF
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yVo050XZHKF
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem
January 25, 2026 at 3:25 PM
If you or someone you care about needs support, help is available. The Numbers When You Need Them resource brings together key mental health, wellbeing and crisis supports for people living in Cavan and Monaghan, all in one place.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yVo050XZHKF
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/yVo050XZHKF
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem
The Parenting When Separated programme is a free, six-week online course for parents who are preparing for, going through, or have already experienced separation or divorce.
Find out more and register here: https://ow.ly/g4ug50XZCRB
#FamilySupport #MentalHealth #ParentingAfterSeparation
Find out more and register here: https://ow.ly/g4ug50XZCRB
#FamilySupport #MentalHealth #ParentingAfterSeparation
January 24, 2026 at 1:50 PM
The Parenting When Separated programme is a free, six-week online course for parents who are preparing for, going through, or have already experienced separation or divorce.
Find out more and register here: https://ow.ly/g4ug50XZCRB
#FamilySupport #MentalHealth #ParentingAfterSeparation
Find out more and register here: https://ow.ly/g4ug50XZCRB
#FamilySupport #MentalHealth #ParentingAfterSeparation
New dates are now available for free suicide prevention, self-harm and postvention training across the North East from January to June 2026.
View upcoming dates, full course information and booking details on our website:
https://cavanmonaghanconnects.ie/events/
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
View upcoming dates, full course information and booking details on our website:
https://cavanmonaghanconnects.ie/events/
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
January 23, 2026 at 1:15 PM
New dates are now available for free suicide prevention, self-harm and postvention training across the North East from January to June 2026.
View upcoming dates, full course information and booking details on our website:
https://cavanmonaghanconnects.ie/events/
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
View upcoming dates, full course information and booking details on our website:
https://cavanmonaghanconnects.ie/events/
#MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention
Let’s Talk About Suicide is a free online suicide prevention training programme that helps people build the confidence and skills to recognise when someone may be at risk and connect them with supports.
Learn more and register on Cavan Monaghan Connects: https://ow.ly/Luzw50XWA4z
Learn more and register on Cavan Monaghan Connects: https://ow.ly/Luzw50XWA4z
January 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Let’s Talk About Suicide is a free online suicide prevention training programme that helps people build the confidence and skills to recognise when someone may be at risk and connect them with supports.
Learn more and register on Cavan Monaghan Connects: https://ow.ly/Luzw50XWA4z
Learn more and register on Cavan Monaghan Connects: https://ow.ly/Luzw50XWA4z
Join us on Thursday 22 January, 7–8pm at Virginia Library for the launch of a powerful photography exhibition and companion book exploring LGBT+ families, parenthood, and Irish family law.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/I7nB50XZCbV
#VirginiaLibrary #LGBTQSupport #CommunityEvent #OutcomersLGBT
Read more:
https://ow.ly/I7nB50XZCbV
#VirginiaLibrary #LGBTQSupport #CommunityEvent #OutcomersLGBT
January 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Join us on Thursday 22 January, 7–8pm at Virginia Library for the launch of a powerful photography exhibition and companion book exploring LGBT+ families, parenthood, and Irish family law.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/I7nB50XZCbV
#VirginiaLibrary #LGBTQSupport #CommunityEvent #OutcomersLGBT
Read more:
https://ow.ly/I7nB50XZCbV
#VirginiaLibrary #LGBTQSupport #CommunityEvent #OutcomersLGBT
Social Value Ireland is hosting an online relaunch event featuring a panel discussion on social value in Ireland today, followed by participatory breakout sessions.
Full details and registration:
https://ow.ly/MG9h50XZB1I
#SocialValueIreland #SocialValue #SocialImpact
Full details and registration:
https://ow.ly/MG9h50XZB1I
#SocialValueIreland #SocialValue #SocialImpact
January 20, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Social Value Ireland is hosting an online relaunch event featuring a panel discussion on social value in Ireland today, followed by participatory breakout sessions.
Full details and registration:
https://ow.ly/MG9h50XZB1I
#SocialValueIreland #SocialValue #SocialImpact
Full details and registration:
https://ow.ly/MG9h50XZB1I
#SocialValueIreland #SocialValue #SocialImpact
Join us today for a feel-good Pop Up Choir as part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan — a chance to lift your mood, connect with others and enjoy the power of singing together.
No experience needed and no booking required — just drop in, join in and enjoy the moment.
#WinterWellness #Monaghan
No experience needed and no booking required — just drop in, join in and enjoy the moment.
#WinterWellness #Monaghan
January 19, 2026 at 9:35 AM
Join us today for a feel-good Pop Up Choir as part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan — a chance to lift your mood, connect with others and enjoy the power of singing together.
No experience needed and no booking required — just drop in, join in and enjoy the moment.
#WinterWellness #Monaghan
No experience needed and no booking required — just drop in, join in and enjoy the moment.
#WinterWellness #Monaghan
Minding Me uses creativity and simple mindfulness activities to help children explore feelings, build focus, and develop calm, positive coping skills in a supportive environment.
Places are limited and booking is essential. To book, call 049 437 8500 or email library@cavancoco.ie
Places are limited and booking is essential. To book, call 049 437 8500 or email library@cavancoco.ie
January 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Minding Me uses creativity and simple mindfulness activities to help children explore feelings, build focus, and develop calm, positive coping skills in a supportive environment.
Places are limited and booking is essential. To book, call 049 437 8500 or email library@cavancoco.ie
Places are limited and booking is essential. To book, call 049 437 8500 or email library@cavancoco.ie
Hear more about the EQUICARES project and why LGBTQI+ voices matter in mental health research.
If you’re 18+, living in Ireland, and have experience of accessing (or trying to access) mental health services, your insight can make a real difference.
https://youtu.be/JarachYqGOE?si=j6YlqB7Hg_FHW_Bm
If you’re 18+, living in Ireland, and have experience of accessing (or trying to access) mental health services, your insight can make a real difference.
https://youtu.be/JarachYqGOE?si=j6YlqB7Hg_FHW_Bm
January 18, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Hear more about the EQUICARES project and why LGBTQI+ voices matter in mental health research.
If you’re 18+, living in Ireland, and have experience of accessing (or trying to access) mental health services, your insight can make a real difference.
https://youtu.be/JarachYqGOE?si=j6YlqB7Hg_FHW_Bm
If you’re 18+, living in Ireland, and have experience of accessing (or trying to access) mental health services, your insight can make a real difference.
https://youtu.be/JarachYqGOE?si=j6YlqB7Hg_FHW_Bm
The Brain Boosters Class for Older Adults offers gentle, enjoyable activities designed to support memory, focus and problem-solving in a relaxed, social setting. Sessions include puzzles, quizzes and brain-training games, with plenty of opportunity to connect and share a few laughs along the way.
January 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM
The Brain Boosters Class for Older Adults offers gentle, enjoyable activities designed to support memory, focus and problem-solving in a relaxed, social setting. Sessions include puzzles, quizzes and brain-training games, with plenty of opportunity to connect and share a few laughs along the way.
A Gentle Reset for 2026 – Free Webinar 🌿
Join Mental Health Ireland for an hour of shared insights, practical tools and real-life experiences to support your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing in 2026.
📅 Tuesday 20 January
⏰ 2:00–3:00pm
Book your place here: https://ow.ly/lV6O50XTl0f
Join Mental Health Ireland for an hour of shared insights, practical tools and real-life experiences to support your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing in 2026.
📅 Tuesday 20 January
⏰ 2:00–3:00pm
Book your place here: https://ow.ly/lV6O50XTl0f
January 16, 2026 at 10:05 AM
A Gentle Reset for 2026 – Free Webinar 🌿
Join Mental Health Ireland for an hour of shared insights, practical tools and real-life experiences to support your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing in 2026.
📅 Tuesday 20 January
⏰ 2:00–3:00pm
Book your place here: https://ow.ly/lV6O50XTl0f
Join Mental Health Ireland for an hour of shared insights, practical tools and real-life experiences to support your mental, emotional and physical wellbeing in 2026.
📅 Tuesday 20 January
⏰ 2:00–3:00pm
Book your place here: https://ow.ly/lV6O50XTl0f
Free online workshop for parents of children who may be neurodivergent, with or without a diagnosis.
The session will share clear, parent-friendly information and practical strategies you can use to support your child’s confidence, friendships and connections.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/H2me50XRYT8
The session will share clear, parent-friendly information and practical strategies you can use to support your child’s confidence, friendships and connections.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/H2me50XRYT8
January 15, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Free online workshop for parents of children who may be neurodivergent, with or without a diagnosis.
The session will share clear, parent-friendly information and practical strategies you can use to support your child’s confidence, friendships and connections.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/H2me50XRYT8
The session will share clear, parent-friendly information and practical strategies you can use to support your child’s confidence, friendships and connections.
Read more:
https://ow.ly/H2me50XRYT8
Individuals and groups across Monaghan have been creating vibrant handprints – symbols of hope, renewal, and connection. These handprints will be transformed into a large-scale digital projection on the exterior wall of Monaghan Peace Campus.
📅 Mon 19 January | 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 Monaghan Peace Campus
📅 Mon 19 January | 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 Monaghan Peace Campus
January 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Individuals and groups across Monaghan have been creating vibrant handprints – symbols of hope, renewal, and connection. These handprints will be transformed into a large-scale digital projection on the exterior wall of Monaghan Peace Campus.
📅 Mon 19 January | 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 Monaghan Peace Campus
📅 Mon 19 January | 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 Monaghan Peace Campus
A free community music event in support of mental health awareness is taking place this evening (6.00–7.30pm), at the Outreach Room, Monaghan Town Library, Monaghan Peace Campus
Booking is essential. Contact Kevin at the HSE Recovery College on 087 269 2171.
Booking is essential. Contact Kevin at the HSE Recovery College on 087 269 2171.
January 14, 2026 at 8:45 AM
A free community music event in support of mental health awareness is taking place this evening (6.00–7.30pm), at the Outreach Room, Monaghan Town Library, Monaghan Peace Campus
Booking is essential. Contact Kevin at the HSE Recovery College on 087 269 2171.
Booking is essential. Contact Kevin at the HSE Recovery College on 087 269 2171.
A community conversation will take place on Wednesday 14 January 2026 at 7.30pm in Bailieborough Courthouse, as part of a Community Needs Analysis for Bailieborough town and the surrounding area. Everyone living or working in Bailieborough and nearby areas is welcome.
#Bailieborough #HaveYourSay
#Bailieborough #HaveYourSay
January 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM
A community conversation will take place on Wednesday 14 January 2026 at 7.30pm in Bailieborough Courthouse, as part of a Community Needs Analysis for Bailieborough town and the surrounding area. Everyone living or working in Bailieborough and nearby areas is welcome.
#Bailieborough #HaveYourSay
#Bailieborough #HaveYourSay
A community conversation is taking place on Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 7.30pm in Kilian’s Lodge, Mullagh, as part of a Community Needs Analysis for Mullagh village and the surrounding area. Everyone living or working in Mullagh and nearby communities is welcome to attend.
#Mullagh #LocalDevelopment
#Mullagh #LocalDevelopment
January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A community conversation is taking place on Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 7.30pm in Kilian’s Lodge, Mullagh, as part of a Community Needs Analysis for Mullagh village and the surrounding area. Everyone living or working in Mullagh and nearby communities is welcome to attend.
#Mullagh #LocalDevelopment
#Mullagh #LocalDevelopment
CREATING 2026 by the Well Within — creative workshops focusing on nurturing your creative fire, introducing journalling and creating a wellness toolbox or vision board.
Virginia Library
Tuesday 13th and 20th January
2.00 - 4.00 pm
Contact Virginia Library on 049 854 8456 or virginia@cavancoco.ie
Virginia Library
Tuesday 13th and 20th January
2.00 - 4.00 pm
Contact Virginia Library on 049 854 8456 or virginia@cavancoco.ie
January 12, 2026 at 10:20 AM
CREATING 2026 by the Well Within — creative workshops focusing on nurturing your creative fire, introducing journalling and creating a wellness toolbox or vision board.
Virginia Library
Tuesday 13th and 20th January
2.00 - 4.00 pm
Contact Virginia Library on 049 854 8456 or virginia@cavancoco.ie
Virginia Library
Tuesday 13th and 20th January
2.00 - 4.00 pm
Contact Virginia Library on 049 854 8456 or virginia@cavancoco.ie
LGBTQI+ people living in Ireland are invited to share their experiences of accessing mental health supports as part of an EU-funded research project led by LGBT Ireland and University College Dublin.
🔗 Read more and take part here:
https://ow.ly/JsYy50XSQQl
🔗 Read more and take part here:
https://ow.ly/JsYy50XSQQl
January 11, 2026 at 11:10 AM
LGBTQI+ people living in Ireland are invited to share their experiences of accessing mental health supports as part of an EU-funded research project led by LGBT Ireland and University College Dublin.
🔗 Read more and take part here:
https://ow.ly/JsYy50XSQQl
🔗 Read more and take part here:
https://ow.ly/JsYy50XSQQl
Join Aware for a free online webinar exploring compassionate, practical ways to support someone who may be struggling with their mental health.
🗓 Wednesday 14 January 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/3KtP50XSRnW
#MentalHealth #BeyondStigma #SupportEachOther #FreeWebinar #Wellbeing
🗓 Wednesday 14 January 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/3KtP50XSRnW
#MentalHealth #BeyondStigma #SupportEachOther #FreeWebinar #Wellbeing
January 10, 2026 at 11:35 AM
Join Aware for a free online webinar exploring compassionate, practical ways to support someone who may be struggling with their mental health.
🗓 Wednesday 14 January 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/3KtP50XSRnW
#MentalHealth #BeyondStigma #SupportEachOther #FreeWebinar #Wellbeing
🗓 Wednesday 14 January 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
Sign up here: https://ow.ly/3KtP50XSRnW
#MentalHealth #BeyondStigma #SupportEachOther #FreeWebinar #Wellbeing
Different brains learn differently.
Join this free online workshop for parents and caregivers to explore how children learn, grow and thrive — with practical strategies you can use at home.
📅 14 Jan | ⏰ 10–11am | 💻 Online
Learn more here:
https://ow.ly/XM8Q50XSjGu
Join this free online workshop for parents and caregivers to explore how children learn, grow and thrive — with practical strategies you can use at home.
📅 14 Jan | ⏰ 10–11am | 💻 Online
Learn more here:
https://ow.ly/XM8Q50XSjGu
January 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Different brains learn differently.
Join this free online workshop for parents and caregivers to explore how children learn, grow and thrive — with practical strategies you can use at home.
📅 14 Jan | ⏰ 10–11am | 💻 Online
Learn more here:
https://ow.ly/XM8Q50XSjGu
Join this free online workshop for parents and caregivers to explore how children learn, grow and thrive — with practical strategies you can use at home.
📅 14 Jan | ⏰ 10–11am | 💻 Online
Learn more here:
https://ow.ly/XM8Q50XSjGu
Making space for meaningful conversations 🎭
This session is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan and is delivered through Art of Life — a creative project that supports open, honest conversations about death, dying and end of life.
#WinterWellness #ArtOfLife #Cavan #MentalHealth
This session is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan and is delivered through Art of Life — a creative project that supports open, honest conversations about death, dying and end of life.
#WinterWellness #ArtOfLife #Cavan #MentalHealth
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Making space for meaningful conversations 🎭
This session is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan and is delivered through Art of Life — a creative project that supports open, honest conversations about death, dying and end of life.
#WinterWellness #ArtOfLife #Cavan #MentalHealth
This session is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan and is delivered through Art of Life — a creative project that supports open, honest conversations about death, dying and end of life.
#WinterWellness #ArtOfLife #Cavan #MentalHealth
Hand Drumming Workshop with Wellness and Rhythm 🥁
This workshop is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan, a programme using creativity and connection to support mental wellbeing during January.
#WinterWellness #Cavan #CreativityForWellbeing #MentalHealth #CommunityConnection
This workshop is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan, a programme using creativity and connection to support mental wellbeing during January.
#WinterWellness #Cavan #CreativityForWellbeing #MentalHealth #CommunityConnection
January 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Hand Drumming Workshop with Wellness and Rhythm 🥁
This workshop is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan, a programme using creativity and connection to support mental wellbeing during January.
#WinterWellness #Cavan #CreativityForWellbeing #MentalHealth #CommunityConnection
This workshop is part of Winter Wellness Cavan Monaghan, a programme using creativity and connection to support mental wellbeing during January.
#WinterWellness #Cavan #CreativityForWellbeing #MentalHealth #CommunityConnection
The updated Numbers When You Need Them wallet card and poster bring together trusted mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention supports available across Cavan, Monaghan and nationally.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/S8Zp50XSker
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem #MentalHealthSupport
Read more here: https://ow.ly/S8Zp50XSker
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem #MentalHealthSupport
Numbers When You Need Them
An updated edition of the Numbers When You Need Them wallet card and poster is now available, providing clear, up-to-date contact details for mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention supports…
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January 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
The updated Numbers When You Need Them wallet card and poster bring together trusted mental health, wellbeing and suicide prevention supports available across Cavan, Monaghan and nationally.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/S8Zp50XSker
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem #MentalHealthSupport
Read more here: https://ow.ly/S8Zp50XSker
#NumbersWhenYouNeedThem #MentalHealthSupport
Winter Wellness begins tomorrow with "Fuel Your Mind: Strategies for Wellness" 🌿
This event marks the first of a series of creative and community-based events taking place across Cavan and Monaghan throughout January.
Find the full schedule here: https://ow.ly/Uv1w50XRXfq
#WinterWellness
This event marks the first of a series of creative and community-based events taking place across Cavan and Monaghan throughout January.
Find the full schedule here: https://ow.ly/Uv1w50XRXfq
#WinterWellness
January 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Winter Wellness begins tomorrow with "Fuel Your Mind: Strategies for Wellness" 🌿
This event marks the first of a series of creative and community-based events taking place across Cavan and Monaghan throughout January.
Find the full schedule here: https://ow.ly/Uv1w50XRXfq
#WinterWellness
This event marks the first of a series of creative and community-based events taking place across Cavan and Monaghan throughout January.
Find the full schedule here: https://ow.ly/Uv1w50XRXfq
#WinterWellness