Barnardos today issued a report on the impact of acrimonious parental separation and inter-parental conflict on children. The report shows children are placed at risk of experiencing trauma, harm and poorer health, wellbeing and developmental outcomes.
Ciaran’s Story The first signs of spring are starting to appear; a ray of sunshine bathing the street in light after a shower of rain, the scent of a flower bud, the laughter of children who can finally play outside again. We can all feel it in the air as it lifts our mood with
Barnardos children’s charity responds to today’s Survey on Income and Living Conditions (SILC) 2025 by the CSO. The charity is concerned to see the number of children at risk of poverty in Ireland increased in 2025 (from 15.3% to 16.9). The survey shows that just over one in six children were at risk of poverty last year. This would have been significantly higher, almost one in five children (19.2%), if it wasn’t for cost of living measures in Budget 2025.
In response to Taoiseach’s apology on behalf of the Government to survivors of institutional abuse, Barnardos wants to reach out to those affected to offer a free and confidential service The Taoiseach gave specific mention to those who had been boarded out as children and highlighted supports available through Barnardos. Please call (01) 813 4100
The concerning findings published today by the ESRI show the considerable impact school absenteeism and reduced school attendance can have on academic attainment, future stress and life satisfaction levels among other outcomes.
More than 50 people gathered on the 10th of December to celebrate the official launch of Barnardos services in County Clare.
Barnardos children’s charity is concerned by the stark findings published today by the ESRI showing the wide disparity in attendance rates between DEIS and non DEIS schools.
Will’s future is looking a little brighter this January!
Barnardos children’s charity today calls on the public for urgent support this Christmas as newly released figures reveal a surge in demand for its services.
Christmas FM, the beloved radio station that raises funds for charity and Switches Christmas On across Ireland every year, will be running its annual Donation Day tomorrow Thursday 18th December, to raise funds for The Magic of Christmas Appeal.