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The Children’s Grief Centre welcomes Dr Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children
Dr Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children pictured with Children’s Grief Centre staff at the recent visit to Children’s Grief Centre on O’Connell Avenue, Limerick.
The Children’s Grief Centre recently welcomed Dr Niall Muldoon Ombudsman for Children to the centre on O’Connell Ave, Limerick
The Ombudsman for Children’s Office (OCO) is a human rights institution that promotes the rights and welfare of all children and young people under 18 Years of age living in Ireland.
Mairéad O’ Keeffe CEO said that it is a privilege to have Dr Muldoon come and visit the centre and was delighted with the opportunity to make him aware of the service provided by the Children’s Grief Centre to children who have experienced a loss in their lives.
Dr. Muldoon met with staff of the Children’s Grief Centre and Olive Foley (Ambassador) and gained an insight into the impact loss has on the lives of children. The Children’s Grief Centre works directly with children while also providing community/ education support.
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Dr. Muldoon commented “It was a wonderful experience to visit the Children’s Greif Centre and learn about the great work that is being done for so many children in Limerick and surrounding areas. The centre is a beacon of hope and calm for many children who are experience huge turmoil and trauma in their lives and I commend all of the staff and volunteers there for their great work”
The Children’s Grief Centre was founded in 2009 by Sister Helen Culhane, together with a support group of professionals. As a Sister of Mercy, a qualified social worker, and psychotherapist Helen worked with people who were struggling with issues relating to death, bereavement and palliative care; this included time spent at Milford Care Centre.
Helen’s vision was that the Centre would provide children and young people with a listening ear. The Centre is well established within the Mid-West region, serving counties Clare, Tipperary, Limerick and further afield.
Children’s Grief Centre has a team of trained, full-time Support Workers and part-time volunteer Support Workers with experience in a diverse range of specialist fields including education, nursing, social work and psychotherapy.
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