Our Stories

Stories from our clients, supporters, volunteers, staff and all who are part of the COPE Galway community.

Meet Paul-A regular at Sonas Day Centre

A born and raised Galwegian, Paul used to pass Sonas Day Centre on his trips into town from Mervue each morning, though he never knew much about the service. “If…

Meet Eanna-Kitchen Assistant and Meals4Health Administration Support

“Working for a social enterprise affords you the opportunity to take on multiple roles and responsibilities, you’re free to explore your strengths….”

Meet Katie, Corrib Haven Support Worker

“Having the full team is a breath of fresh air. There’s more support and we’re able to share our ideas for improving the service.”

Meet Tex and Louise-When volunteering is a family affair

There is an instant warmth when talking to father and daughter Tex and Louise Callaghan. It’s easy to imagine the chats to be had when they make their weekly meal…

Spotlight-Medtronic Galway and COPE Galway, a long term partnership of success

As a long-standing charity partner, COPE Galway was invited to participate in a pilot of the Medtronic Foundation Spotlight Volunteer Programme, an initiative that encouraged Medtronic employees to get involved…

Spotlight-Coffey Construction Project

Inspired by a guided visit to Fairgreen Hostel just prior to the first Covid-19 lockdown, Coffey Construction made the decision to formalise their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, choosing COPE…

Reflecting on years of frontline service

COPE Galway has evolved considerably over nearly five decades of operation. From humble beginnings providing social services in Galway in the 1970s, we now employ in excess of 180 people,…

Margaret on progressing and developing with COPE Galway

“It was really fast-paced when I started and I learned a lot in a short space of time about providing homeless services for families”

Spotlight on Cliodhna, Child, Youth and Family Outreach Worker

“I meet and listen to these families, and work with them to create child-centred support plans for their children…”

Spotlight on Glen Oaks-An ever-changing service in 2021

Glen Oaks Service Manager, Veronica Keys reflects on how a trauma informed approach made a positive difference. COPE Galway’s Cold Weather Response (CWR) 2020-2021 came to an end in April…

Elizabeth’s Story

Elizabeth lives in a rural part of county Galway. She is 58 years of age and was married for 34 years. She tells us about some of the experiences that…

Meet Carol and Mary-who talk about the mutual benefits of our Befriending Programme

While support chef Carol Nolan works as a part-time staff member for COPE Galway’s social enterprise Meals4Health, Carol felt she could still do more for her community. With her children…

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