Family Link Worker
Outreach, parent support and a way into early years services for Traveller families in Tuam.
Building the relationship first.
The Family Link Worker works out in the community as much as in the centre, because trust is built where people are.
Outreach and home visits
Regular contact in the community, at a pace that suits the family.
Parenting programmes
Co-delivering parenting programmes and one to one support, which takes the pressure off literacy and confidence barriers.
Practical help
Help with forms, applications and referrals into other services.
Cultural awareness
Bringing families’ real experience to partner agencies, so services respond better.
Work happening now.
Joint projects with local partners that open up training, confidence and new skills.
When I Was Young
A digital literacy project with Galway Rural Development and GRETB, helping parents collect their own stories and build digital confidence.
Parent and Toddler
Play, connection and parent confidence through accessible group sessions.
Working with Tusla
The Family Link Worker, Brú Bhríde and local Tusla staff identify parent support needs together and feed into local planning.
Early years pathways
Linking families into childcare, Brighter Beginnings and health services.
Talk to the Family Link Worker.
Whether it is a form you are stuck on or a bigger worry about the children, start with a conversation. Nothing goes further without you.
Churchview
Tuam, Co. Galway
H54 EY24
Phone (093) 58505
Email admin@brubhride.ie
Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6:00pm.
Referrals support@brubhride.ie