Living Well Programme Returns to Cork and Kerry to Support People with Chronic Health Conditions

Health and Wellbeing HSE South West, in collaboration with the Family Resource Centre National Forum (FRCNF), is proud to announce the return of the Living Well programme. This is a free, 6–week, group self-management programme for adults with chronic or long-term health conditions.

The partnership aims to bring this empowering Self-management programme back into communities across Cork and Kerry. Welcoming the renewed collaboration, Maeve Carmody, HSE Self-management Support Coordinator, stated: “The return of the Living Well programme reflects our commitment to accessible, community-based support for people managing chronic conditions and the HSE Southwest’s recognition of the importance of supporting people to self-manage”

Joining the initiative is Gemma Kingston, newly appointed Living Well Coordinator with FRCNF. Gemma brings extensive experience in mental health recovery and holistic wellbeing, adding valuable insight and care to the programme’s delivery.

About the Programme

Over the course of six weeks, participants develop practical skills and confidence to better manage their health condition. Living Well complements regular treatment and structured patient education programmes which people receive from their health care team.

Key features include:

• Weekly 2.5-hour workshops for six weeks
• In-person and online delivery
• Facilitators with lived experience and peer support
• A dedicated self-management book for participants

Upcoming Dates in Cork and Kerry

• Union House, St Finbarr’s Hospital, Cork - 8 Sep to 13 Oct, 10:30am – 1:00pm
• Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Community Garden, Cork - 9 Sep to 14 Oct, 10:30am – 1:00pm
• Online - 15 Sep to 20 Oct, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
• Clonakilty Primary Care Centre - 9 Oct to 13 Nov, 10:30am – 1:00pm
• Westfield Integrated Care Centre, Ballincollig - 3 Nov to 8 Dec, 10:30am – 1:00pm
• Online - 4 Nov to 9 Dec, 10:00am–12:30pm

To self-refer or learn more about this free programme, contact Gemma Kingston at gemmakingston@familyresource.ie or call 083 149 8593.

Visit www.hse.ie/livingwell to explore the Living Well Programme.