Our Stories
Stories from our clients, supporters, volunteers, staff and all who are part of the COPE Galway community.
Meet Carmel and Frances
Read how our befriending service is bringing people back together, and back into their community.
“I see a better future now”- Eileen’s Story
There’s a lot more positive in my life now,” she says, “I see a better future now. I see there is a better life out there.
Rae feels positive about what the future holds for her and her children
“Don’t keep it to yourself. It’s important to seek help – it’s made such a difference to me. It’s given me hope.”
“Each family’s story is unique,” – Amy
When I first joined this team, it became clear to me that each family’s story is unique and being homeless was one part of a much larger picture.
Client, Volunteer, Employee: a twenty-year journey
Billy Miller, from our Community Catering team, on how connecting with our services 20 years ago altered the course of his life.
Meet Louise
Louise shares her observations of how the Sonas Drop-in Centre has a positive impact on the local people who use the service.
30 Years with COPE Galway
Jackie Carroll, Domestic Abuse Service, Training and Development Lead, reflects on the highs and lows of her 30-year journey.
Meet Elaine, Team Leader at Solas Óg
“Going through school and college I always felt that COPE Galway was an organisation that stood out to me.”
I’m Not A Celebrity… But I Can Do It!
T. O’Higgins Homevalue holds fundraising event with a unique twist in aid of COPE Galway.
New ‘City of Tribes’ mural unveiled
Residents of Fairgreen Hostel teamed up with local artist, Tracey Moca, last July to create the ‘City of Tribes’ mural. The mural, which celebrates all things Galway, has transformed the…
Volunteering is transforming Preeti’s student experience.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed volunteering for COPE Galway so far. I really enjoy going out there on the streets meeting and talking to folks that we are serving.”
Spotlight on Cliodhna, Child, Youth and Family Outreach Worker
“I meet and listen to families, and work with them to create child-centred support plans for their children”