Downloadable Forms & Information
Full Listing of Websites & Helplines
1. Youth Mental Health
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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A Lust For Life | Website offering articles on youth mental health. | A Lust For Life |
Changing Futures | Website for young people made by young people, supported by Tusla. | N/A |
ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children up to 18 years old. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
Family Carers Ireland | Support for family and young carers across Ireland. | N/A |
Jigsaw | National Centre for Youth Mental Health for ages 12-25. | jigsaw.ie |
NiteLine | Out-of-hours peer support for third-level students. | 1800 793 793, niteline.ie |
ReachOut.com | Online youth mental health service for information and support. | ReachOut.com |
Samaritans | 24-hour emotional support service. | 116 123 |
spunout | Youth information and support platform with 24/7 text listening service. | Text 50808, spunout.ie |
TeenLine Ireland | Free service for teenagers available from 8 pm to 11 pm daily. | 1800 833 634 |
Victim support for children | A.S.S.C. – Accompaniment Support for Children navigating the justice system. | N/A |
Your Mental Health | Information line for mental health services provided by the HSE. | 1800 111 888, yourmentalhealth.ie |
2. Abuse/Domestic Violence
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Safe Ireland | National body working to eradicate domestic violence. | safeireland.ie |
Women’s Aid | Support and information for women and children facing abuse. | 1800 341 900 |
Men’s Aid Ireland | National service supporting men experiencing domestic violence. | 01 554 3811 |
ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
Connect | Free telephone counselling for adults who experienced abuse in childhood. | 1800 477 477 |
Dignity4Patients | Support for individuals affected by abuse in a medical setting. | 041 984 5761 |
Men’s Development Network | Advice and support for men affected by domestic abuse. | 1800 816 588 |
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre | Support for individuals affected by rape or sexual assault. | 1800 778 888 |
Ruhama | Support for women affected by prostitution and trafficking. | 01 836 0292 |
SATU (Sexual Assault Treatment Unit) | Free support and forensic evidence collection for sexual assault survivors. | SATU Information |
3. Addiction
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Aiséirí | Residential and community programs for addiction recovery. | aiseiri.ie |
Al-Anon | Support for families of problem drinkers. | Al-Anon Ireland |
Alcoholics Anonymous | Fellowship for recovering from alcoholism. | Alcoholics Anonymous |
Ana Liffey Drug Project | National addiction service with a harm reduction ethos. | analiffey.ie |
Cuan Mhuire | Addiction treatment and rehabilitation services. | Cuan Mhuire, +353 (0)59 86 31090 |
Dunlewey Addiction Services | Helpline and support for gambling addiction. | 1800 936 725, dunlewey.net |
Gamblers Anonymous Ireland | Fellowship for recovering from gambling addiction. | Gamblers Anonymous |
Hope House | Addiction treatment centre offering residential and continuing care programs. | hopehouse.ie |
HSE National Drugs & Alcohol Helpline | Information and support regarding drug and alcohol use. | 1800 459 459 |
Narcotics Anonymous Ireland | Support network for recovering addicts. | na-ireland.org |
4. Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Engaging Dementia | Training and resources for caregivers of people with dementia. | engagingdementia.ie |
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland | National helpline for support related to Alzheimer’s or dementia. | 1800 341 341, alzheimer.ie |
5. Asylum Seeker/Refugee Support
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Doras | Promotes and protects migrant rights in Ireland. | doras.org |
Immigrant Council of Ireland | Law Centre supporting migrant rights since 2001. | immigrantcouncil.ie |
Nasc | Advocacy and support for migrants and refugees in Ireland. | nascireland.org |
6. Autism
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Galway Autism Partnership | Provides support for the autism community. | galwayautismpartnership.com |
Middletown Centre for Autism | Training for parents and professionals. | middletownautism.com |
National Council for Special Education | Provides support for educational needs related to autism. | ncse.ie |
7. Bereavement
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Anam Cara | Support for parents and families after the loss of a child. | anamcara.ie |
CRY Ireland | Support for those affected by sudden cardiac death. | 1800 714 080, cry.ie |
Féileacáin | Support for families affected by the death of a baby. | feileacain.ie |
FirstLight | Crisis intervention and counselling for families after the sudden death of a child. | firstlight.ie |
8. Bullying
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Anti-Bullying Research & Resource Unit | Provides information and resources related to bullying. | antibullyingcentre.ie |
Aware | National mental health organization providing support for depression and related conditions. | 1800 804 848, aware.ie |
ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
Samaritans | Confidential emotional support available 24 hours a day. | 116 123 |
Your Mental Health | Information and support for mental health services. | 1800 111 888, yourmentalhealth.ie |
9. Crisis Pregnancy
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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My Options | Free counselling and support for those experiencing unplanned pregnancy. | 1800 828 010, myoptions.ie |
10. Depression
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Aware | Provides support for those impacted by depression, bipolar disorder, and related mood conditions. | 1800 804 848, aware.ie |
Perinatal Mental Health Services | Support for mental health during and after pregnancy. | N/A |
Samaritans | 24-hour emotional support service. | 116 123 |
Your Mental Health | Information on mental health services from the HSE. | 1800 111 888, yourmentalhealth.ie |
11. Eating Disorders
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Bodywhys | National support group for people with eating disorders. | 01 210 7906, bodywhys.ie |
CARED Ireland | Parent support group advocating for better treatment for those with eating disorders. | CAREDIreland@gmail.com |
HSE National Clinical Programme for Eating Disorders | Collaborative initiative providing treatment and resources for eating disorders. | N/A |
Samaritans | Confidential emotional support service available 24/7. | 116 123 |
12. Financial Advice
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Citizens Information | Comprehensive information on public services and entitlements in Ireland. | citizensinformation.ie |
Free Mortgage Arrears Support | Abhaile provides state-funded support for homeowners in mortgage arrears. | mabs.ie |
MABS | Free, confidential, and independent money advice service. | 0761 07 2000, mabs.ie |
13. Health
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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AIMS Ireland | Voluntary organization advocating for evidence-based maternity care in Ireland. | aimsireland.ie |
Brain Tumour Ireland | Support and resources for those affected by brain tumours. | braintumourireland.com |
Croí Heart & Stroke Charity | Support for those living with or affected by heart disease and stroke. | 091 544310, croi.ie |
Cuidiú | Parent-to-parent support group offering antenatal and postnatal courses. | cuidiu.ie |
DEBRA Ireland | Support for individuals living with epidermolysis bullosa (EB). | debraireland.org |
14. Homelessness
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Dublin Regional Homeless Executive | Lead authority in responding to homelessness in the Dublin area. | homelessdublin.ie |
Focus Ireland | Works to prevent and address homelessness in Ireland. | focusireland.ie |
Novas | Provides services to individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. | novas.ie |
Dublin Simon Community | Supports people at all stages of homelessness in Dublin and surrounding counties. | simon.ie |
Threshold | Offers free, confidential housing advice and support to renters. | 1800 454 454, threshold.ie |
15. LGBT Support
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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BeLonG To | Provides support for LGBT youth aged 14-23. | belongto.org |
ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
GOSHH | Focuses on sexual orientation, gender diversity, and equality in Limerick, Clare, and North Tipperary. | goshh.ie |
LGBT Helpline | National support service for LGBT individuals, their families, and friends. | 1890 929 539 |
TENI (Transgender Equality Network Ireland) | Advocates for the rights and equality of transgender people in Ireland. | teni.ie |
16. Mental Health
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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A Lust For Life | Offers articles and resources on mental health topics. | alustforlife.com |
Aware | Provides support for those impacted by mental health conditions. | 1800 804 848, aware.ie |
GOSHH | Support for sexual orientation and gender identity-related mental health. | goshh.ie |
Samaritans | 24/7 emotional support. | 116 123 |
Shine | Supports people affected by mental ill health. | shine.ie |
17. Miscarriage
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Anam Cara | Parent bereavement support group offering resources and services for grieving families. | anamcara.ie |
Ectopic Pregnancy Ireland | Support organization for individuals affected by ectopic pregnancies. | 089 436 5742, ectopicireland.ie |
The Miscarriage Association of Ireland | Voluntary organization supporting those who have experienced miscarriages. | miscarriage.ie |
18. Online Safety
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Hotline.ie | National reporting center for illegal content online, especially child sexual abuse material. | hotline.ie |
Webwise | Promotes safer internet use by young people through information and awareness campaigns. | webwise.ie |
19. Parenting Support
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Barnardos Post Adoption Service | Offers therapeutic services to adopted children and their families. | barnardos.ie |
Irish Multiple Births Association | Provides support for families with multiples (e.g., twins, triplets). | imba.ie |
Askonefamily | Helpline for single parents, co-parents, and those separating. | 1890 662 212, onefamily.ie |
Parentline | Confidential support helpline for parents and guardians. | 1890 927 277, parentline.ie |
The Adoption Authority of Ireland | Responsible for all adoption decisions in Ireland. | aai.gov.ie |
21. Sexual Abuse
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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Barnardos Origins Tracing Service | Assistance with family tracing for former residents of Industrial Schools. | barnardos.ie |
CARI | Support for families affected by child sexual abuse. | 1890 924 567, cari.ie |
ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
Dignity4Patients | Advocacy for patients who experienced sexual abuse in medical settings. | 041 984 5761 |
Galway Rape Crisis Centre | Counselling for survivors of sexual violence. | 091 564 800, galwayrcc.org |
One in Four | Offers support to those affected by sexual abuse and violence. | oneinfour.ie |
Residential Institutions Survivor’s Network | Provides support for survivors of state-run institutions. | risn.ie |
SATU (Sexual Assault Treatment Unit) | Provides care and forensic services for sexual assault survivors. | SATU Information |
Towards Healing | Professional support for survivors of institutional abuse. | towardshealing.ie |
Victim Support at Court | Offers court accompaniment to crime victims and their families. | v-sac.ie |
22. Suicide & Self-Harm
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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ISPCC Childline | 24-hour listening service for children experiencing distress. | 1800 666 666, childline.ie |
Samaritans | Confidential emotional support available 24/7. | 116 123 |
Pieta House | Offers free therapy to people who are in suicidal distress or engaging in self-harm. | 1800 247 247, pieta.ie |
SOSAD Ireland | Provides support to those experiencing suicidal thoughts and self-harm. | 041 984 8754, sosadireland.ie |
23. Support
Service | Description | Contact Information |
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AdVIC (Advocates for Victims of Homicide) | National organization offering support to families and friends of homicide victims. | advic.ie |
AkiDwA | Network for migrant women in Ireland, focusing on gender-based violence and racism. | akidwa.ie |
ALONE | Supports older people who are homeless, socially isolated, or in crisis. | 0818 222 024, alone.ie |
Chime | National charity advocating for people with hearing loss. | 1800 256 257, chime.ie |
Dignity4Patients | Advocacy for individuals who experienced inappropriate behavior in medical settings. | 041 984 5761 |
Down Syndrome Ireland | Support organization for people with Down syndrome and their families. | 01 426 6500, downsyndrome.ie |
Embrace FARM | Support for families affected by farm accidents. | embracefarm.com |
Patient Support Organizations
Patient Support Organizations
Age Action
Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland
Arthritis
Asthma Society Ireland
Autism
Cancer Society
Coeliac Society of Ireland
Diabetes Ireland
Down Syndrome Ireland
Haemochromatosis Association
Heart Foundation
Osteoporosis Society of Ireland
Parkinson’s Association of Ireland
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
General Health & Disease Prevention Information
General Health Information
Common Illnesses
Patient Information (A-Z, HSE)
Patient information (NHS)
Disease Prevention
Immunisation
Cervical Check
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
Bowel Screening
Mental Health Organizations Websites
Mental Health Organizations Websites
Alcoholics Anonymous
Al Anon: Family Support for Alcohol Addiction
Aware
Belong To: LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland
Childline
Cosc: Offers help and support to those experiencing domestic violence
Drug & Alcohol Information & Support
Eating Disorders
Gamblers Anonymous
Let Someone Know: Bullying, Relationships, Young people
Men’s Aid Ireland: provides support services for male victims of domestic abuse.
Rape Crisis Network
SAFE Ireland: provides contact details for safe refuges around the country.
Sexual Assault Treatment Units
Suicide and Self-harm
Women’s Aid: Domestic Abuse for Female Victims (Domestic abuse service for female victims)
Your Mental Health: General Information & Advice
Youth Mental Health (15-25y)