Health Action Zones and Community Health Projects – working together for Community Wellbeing

 

My Community Health

Fermoy Community Health Project

Fermoy Community Health Project continues on developing sustainable health projects for individuals and families within the community.

Youghal Community Health Project

Youghal Community Health Project was established to develop Social inclusion Initiatives aimed at improving the Health & Wellbeing of the local community.

Mallow Community Health Project

To provide opportunities for People within the Mallow Community to access Community Health Initiatives to improve overall health and well-being.

Mayfield Health Action Zone

Looking after your wellbeing and health is supported by local active groups.

The Glen Health Action Zone

Each health project has a programme of activities and community links to empower healthy habits and support healthy choices and lifestyles.

Farranree/Fairhill Health Action Zone

Across our communities exist many groups and activities that support a weekly routine of social connection and friendship.

Blackpool & Shandon HAZ

We support and create community initiatives and programmes with groups and organisations that focus on health and wellbeing

Gurranabraher & Churchfield HAZ

Regular group connection nurtures the value of building positive relationships and encourages a culture of community resilience and social sustainability.

Welcome to Health
Action Zones and Community Health Project’s website.

The Health Action Zones/ Community Health Projects are the HSE South’s response to developing Community Health within specific areas identified and supported through the RAPID Programme.

The development of the concept provided a timely opportunity to target health inequalities. Community development principles focus is on empowerment, involvement, consultation and participation to enhance inclusion and sustainability.

• To improve the health and lifestyle of an area through a series of health focussed initiatives that build on existing services and facilities.
• To explore barriers to accessing services and to involve local people in the design and delivery of service.
• To target the delivery of health services in local areas.

Inclusions

Singing for The Brain

Traveller Healthy Minds

Community Engagement

Meals on Wheels

Sustainability

Your Community Walking Group

St. Mary Primary Care Campus

Growing Places for Wellbeing

Enpowerment

Lighting the Way

Mind Your Head

Dementia Cafe

Get Active Get Connected

Publications

We are Community Health Workers

Helen O’ Sullivan

The Traveller Healthy Minds

My name is Helen O’ Sullivan I am a community health worker with the HSE. I have been employed by The Traveller Healthy Minds since 2010. Our aim here is to help reduce death by suicide in the Traveller community in Cork and provide support to clients and their family members. We refer on to services when necessary. And we promote positive mental health through workshops and training.

Barry Hickey

The Glen Health Action Zone

Hi, I’m Barry Hickey, and I’m proud to serve as the Community Health Worker for The Glen. I’m truly passionate about the work I do and grateful for the opportunity to positively influence the lives of others. My role involves engaging with both individuals and groups throughout the community to help address their health concerns and promote overall well-being.

I strive to create a friendly and inclusive environment where people can relax, connect with others, and feel a strong sense of community. Together, we’re building a healthier and more connected Glen for everyone.

Oisín Hennessy

Farranree & Fairhill

Oisín’s areas of interest include Sport and Mental Health. He engages with groups through community health fitness activities including swimming, running, walking and team sports.

+353873896982

Jacinta McCormack

Fermoy

Jacinta is the Community Health Worker based in Fermoy Community Resource Centre. My work involves promoting positive health and wellbeing with individuals and families in our community.

+353858742320

Pauline O Grady-Noonan

Mallow

Pauline is the Mallow Community Health Worker. I really enjoy my work. I feel I am making progress when I see friendships being formed.

+353874335047

Fidelma O’ Connell

Mayfield

Fidelma enjoys working in the community promoting health and wellbeing in a fun and inclusive manner.

+353871800210

Ailish Mc Donald

Gurrnabraher/Churchfield

Ailish is the Community Health Worker in Gurranabraher/Churchfield. I am passionate about working in the community and I believe that everyone has the potential to change. Sometimes we just need supports and the right people around us to help achieve and maintain these positive changes in our lives.

+353870979707

Niamh Herbert

Mayfield

Niamh is the Youghal Community Health Worker. I am very passionate about community health and wellbeing. I enjoy supporting people to reach their full potential.

+353876413468

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