Our Stories
Stories from our clients, supporters, volunteers, staff and all who are part of the COPE Galway community.
Meet Phila- A regular at “The Bungalow”
Phila talks about the positive impact that “The Bungalow” has on her life. She loves the social interaction and the activities that are organised at the bungalow.
Meet Tex and Louise- When volunteering is a family affair
Father Tex and daughter Louise Callaghan began volunteering at Meals4Health three years. They got the chance to connect with each other outside the family home which strengthened their relationship.
Meet Breda-Breda talks about her student placement at Sonas Day Centre
Breda joined our Senior Support Service on a 12-week work placement. She talks about the highlights and accomplishments during her time in the role.
Meet volunteer Ailish – “I’ve gained a new perspective on homelessness”
I found it’s a great experience, I’ve learned a lot through doing it, and you can make a difference in someone’s day!
Meet Alice, a shining example of positivity and resilience throughout Covid-19
I’m trying to learn Zoom as well, now that’s something we didn’t grow up with… It’s amazing the amount of people you try and keep in touch with.
Domestic Abuse is not always physical… it can be a lot more subtle than that.
“It was always him being angry at me, shouting at me, calling me names, me crying and then he wouldn’t speak to me for a few days.”
A phone call can go a long way
COPE Galway’s TIME to Care programme is an amazing way to build a new connection or relationship with someone you might never have met otherwise.
The people I meet and the service provided motivate me to keep volunteering!
When I picked COPE Galway as the charity I would volunteer with, I needed something to keep me busy and active.
I had the drive, but accommodation, and my mental health, was always my challenge
Life is good for Gavin, a young professional with ambitions of becoming an entrepreneur, a positive outlook and determination to succeed.
Homework and Learning Club Volunteers – Dolores, Michael & Eliosha
The Homework and Learning Club gives children living in emergency accommodation and B&Bs a place to study and spend time after school.
People needed to talk after that first lockdown – Marco’s Story
“My motivation for volunteering was to help people. It’s a charity shop, so it’s fundraising for a good purpose.”
Over twenty years delivering nutritious meals, a smile and a friendly chat
His spirit and good humour meant clients could always look forward to a smile and friendly chat as well as a nutritious meal.