Supports services for young people
There are a number of agencies providing support to young people available. Many of these services are free of charge. If you have immediate concerns for your child, please contact the A & E department of your local hospital.
www.bodywhys.ie - Information & support for people living with an eating disorder and their family.
www.rainbowsireland.com - a registered charity, is a peer-support programme to assist children, youth and adults who are grieving a death, separation or other painful transition in their family.
www.canteen.ie - CanTeen Ireland is a nation-wide support group for young people who have or have had cancer, and for their brothers, sisters and friends.
www.outcomers.org Dundalk Outcomers is a social and befriending support group for gay, lesbian and bi-sexual people.
www.samaritans.org Samaritans provides 24-hour emotional support to anyone experiencing distress, despair or suicidal thought.
www.sosadireland.ie Providing free professional counselling to those in need. Over 16+ but in certain circumstances can see 13+.
www.headstrong.ie website exploring issues of mental health.
www.spunout.ie magazine exploring health and media.
www.rainbowsireland.com - a registered charity, is a peer-support programme to assist children, youth and adults who are grieving a death, separation or other painful transition in their family.
www.pieta.ie - providing support for those affected by suicide and self-harm. Free counselling available.
A list of Mental Health, and Suicide Prevention Services and Supports for Louth & Meath