PROFESSIONAL REFERRALS
ATREORUITHE GAIRMIÚLA
This page is for professionals who would like to refer someone to Irish Community Care Manchester.
This includes individuals working in health, social care, housing, education, or voluntary and community services who are supporting someone and wish to make a referral to Irish Community Care Manchester.
We provide support through Advice and Information, cultural and community activities working with Irish Traveller communities across Manchester.
WHAT WE DO
CAD A DHÉANAIMID
We provide Advice & Information for adults experiencing difficulties with housing, health, finances, wellbeing, or accessing services.
We work with people to address immediate issues, navigate services, access entitlements, and build confidence, independence, and self-management skills. We also work closely with partner organisations to ensure people receive the right support at the right time.
With our support over 70 service users reported increased independence and confidence in everyday life.
WHO WE HELP
CÉ A CHABHAIRÍMID
We accept referrals for adults (18+) living in Greater Manchester who would benefit from advice, information, or ongoing support to help them overcome challenges and access the right services.
This may include people who:
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Need help with housing, health, welfare benefits, or money issues
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Are struggling to access or navigate services
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Need support with forms, applications, or appeals
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Would benefit from advocacy or representation when dealing with services
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Have multiple or complex needs and require coordinated support
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Would benefit from short-term, focused support to improve wellbeing and independence
We provide dedicated, culturally appropriate support for members of the Irish and Irish Traveller communities across Greater Manchester. However, our services are open to anyone who meets our referral criteria.
We aim to ensure people can access services fairly, understand their options, and feel respected, supported, and empowered to make informed decisions.
To find out if we can help or to refer someone to our services please call us on 0161 205 9105 or e-mail headoffice@irishcommunitycre.com
CULTURAL AWARENESS TRAINING: WORKING WITH THE TRAVELLING COMMUNITY
OILIÚINT UM CHONAIR CULTÚRTHA: OBAIR LEIS AN LUCHT SIÚIL
Irish Community Care Manchester offers Cultural Awareness Training for professionals working with Irish Traveller communities.This training was originally developed for social workers and other professionals supporting Traveller families.
It is designed to improve understanding of cultural differences and to support better, more informed practice when working with Irish Traveller communities.
The session covers:
An introduction to Irish Traveller culture and identity
Common barriers people may face when accessing services
Good practice when working with Traveller families and individuals
How services can improve engagement and communication
Since its development, the training has been delivered to a wide range of organisations, including statutory services and voluntary sector partners. It is regularly adapted to meet the needs of different teams and settings, making it a flexible and tailored training offer.
Our training is flexible and can be adapted to suit the needs of your team or organisation. We can adjust content, focus areas, and delivery style depending on your service requirements.
For more information or to book training, please contact:
headoffice@irishcommunitycare.com
Please include “Cultural Awareness Training” in the subject line of your email.
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