COPE Galway News

Read our latest news releases and media statements.

For press enquiries and information on issues relating to homelessness, domestic abuse and supports for older people in Galway, please email Colette Coughlan at news@copegalway.ie.

  • 27 September 2022

    De-stressing, a Mediterranean diet and good company are some of the ways to improve your ageing journey

    Prof. Rose Anne Kenny shared insights on improving ageing through physical activity, diet, and social connections, enhancing the quality of life for older adults.

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  • 26 September 2022

    Local Heroes Celebrated During Positive Ageing Week

    Positive Ageing Week offers opportunity communities to shine a light the vast and varied contributions of older people who improve our lives, neighbourhoods and communities.

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  • 14 September 2022

    Cost of Living Crisis Compounds Precarious Living Circumstances

    COPE Galway Pre-Budget Submission highlights how cost of living crisis is compounding already precarious living circumstance of growing number of people who are homeless.

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  • 29 June 2022

    Family homelessness in Galway on the increase

    COPE Galway saw 24 additional families entering homelessness across Galway City and County in the first 5 months of 2022.

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  • 29 June 2022

    Family Homelessness in Galway on the Increase while 38% Vacancy Rate in Rental Sector Beyond Belief

    COPE Galway saw 24 additional families entering homelessness across Galway City and County in the first 5 months of 2022.

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  • 17 May 2022

    COPE Galway Holds Recognition Event During National Volunteer Week to Thank Volunteers

    Recognition event held during National Volunteering Week (16-22 May) to recognise the invaluable contribution made by the local charity’s ‘tribe’ of almost 200 volunteers.

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  • 28 April 2022

    ‘Safe Galway’s Safe Always’ Campaign to Engage Local Businesses and Organisations in Addressing Pandemic of Domestic Abuse

    New initiative by COPE Galway Domestic Abuse Service supported by An Garda Síochána, emphasises need for the entire community to be a safe space for women.

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  • 26 January 2022

    Local Business Leaders Raise €253,814 for COPE Galway Homeless Servive

    “Seeing these 50 Business Leaders come together and witnessing the encouragement of their friends, colleagues and family, really brought home the commitment and unity of our community in supporting our work and our clients.”

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  • 20 January 2022

    Thank You Galway Community 

    Our communities are much more than the place we live – they are our families, our friends, they offer a sense of belonging and support. In reflecting on a challenging 2021, COPE Galway’s CEO recognises the power of communities working together in protecting its most vulnerable citizens.

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  • 8 December 2021

    Registration Open for COPE Galway Christmas Swim 20-26 December

    Register for the annual COPE Galway Swim 20-26 December – swim any time, any place during Christmas week and help their services for homelessness, domestic abuse and senior support.

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  • 3 December 2021

    Níos mó ná 200 páiste chun an Nollaig a chaitheamh i Seirbhís COPE Gaillimh

    Níos mó ná 200 páiste chun an Nollaig a chaitheamh i Seirbhís COPE Gaillimh do Dhaoine gan Dídean agus Ceannairí Gnó ag ullmhú don Chodladh Amuigh Dé hAoine.

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  • 1 December 2021

    Business Leaders to Sleep Out as 200 Children Homeless

    Over 200 children spend their Christmas in emergency accommodation provided by COPE Galway’s Homeless Service as Business Leaders prepare for Sleep Out this Friday December 3.

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