Slí

25/07/2025

Feel-Good Friday 🤩

We’re so happy to share some lovely news from one of our first clients, Matthew!

Matthew came to us almost a year ago looking for support into employment. His determination stood out from the beginning!
Not only did Matthew go on to successfully secure full-time employment, but he’s also been accepted onto an internship in the Amazon rainforest doing conservation work! 🌍

We couldn’t be happier for you and can’t wait to see pictures from your adventure!

23/07/2025

💡What happens if you start working while on Disability Allowance?

If you get Disability Allowance or Blind Pension, you can still work and keep some of your benefits. Here’s how it works:

You can earn up to €165 per week from work without it affecting your payment.

If you earn more than €165, half of the amount between €165 and €375 is not counted when checking your means.

This means you can work and still keep your Disability Allowance or Blind Pension, depending on your earnings.

Example:
John is 25 years old and gets Disability Allowance (DA) of €244 every week.
He works 2 days a week at the cinema.
He works 10 hours each week.
He gets paid the minimum wage of €13.50 per hour.
So, John earns €135 from his job every week (10 hours × €13.50).

John still gets his Disability Allowance of €244.
If you add his Disability Allowance (€244) and his earnings from work (€135),
His total money for the week is €379. 🙌

Want to know how working might affect your payments?

Use the Benefit of Work Estimator to see what you can earn and still keep your benefits.
https://www.mywelfare.ie/BenefitOfWorkDAestimator

For more information you can contact Slí, Intreo or Citizens Information.
Call or text us on 0858601834

22/07/2025

📣 Did you know? Employers can access up to €20,000 per year in government funding for staff training.

This funding can be used for a wide range of training supports including general disability awareness and inclusion training, inclusive recruitment practices, management training, and specific supports like Lámh Sign training and ISL courses.

These trainings are designed to support both employers and employees in building stronger, more inclusive teams.

The application process is simple, and we at Slí can support you with:

✔️ Finding the right courses and providers
✔️ Sourcing quotes
✔️ Guiding your application step-by-step

Email us at sli@spraoiagussport.ie or call/text 0858601834

Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce Inishowen Development Partnership

15/07/2025

🧶✨ Yarn Bomb Project ✨🧶

If you’re around Carndonagh this month, be sure to check out the surprises and beautiful decorations around the Diamond and town centre.

We are so thankful for our incredible volunteers who worked so hard over the past month to bring colour and creativity to Carndonagh.

Next year, we’ll have the whole of Inishowen involved — watch this space!

And yes… we really missed a trick not calling this Carn Yarn!

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection and the European Union.

'We loved the idea of spreading joy and colour through creativity. Everyone in the yarn project had something to offer, and it really shows'

09/07/2025

🌟 We’re officially on Instagram! 🌟

Go give our new page a follow 🙌📸

👉 https://www.instagram.com/sli_workability/

02/07/2025

Calling All Bars, Pubs & Hotels in Inishowen!

Are you ready to be part of a groundbreaking initiative that creates opportunities for people with disabilities?

Assistiv, in partnership with Heineken Ireland, is making it easier than ever to bring assistive technology into the hospitality sector—at no cost to you. Your business can support individuals with learning disabilities in carrying out key responsibilities independently and efficiently.

💼 Slí is here to help!
We can provide you with more information on how to apply and access available funding to cover the cost of this assistive technology.

Interested in learning more? Reach out to Slí today or scan the QR code in the image below to get started.

Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel & Spa Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana, County Donegal Redcastle Oceanfront, Golf & Spa Hotel Joyce's Carn An Grianan Hotel

30/06/2025

Urgently Needed: Flat or House to rent in Inishowen Area (preferably Carndonagh)
Young, working person. No children or pets.
If you know of anything, please contact us 0858601834

26/06/2025

We were very busy today creating with yarn and it was amazing to see what our yarn bombers worked on at home!

Our classes are free and accessible for everyone in our community ☺️
Sign up here ➡️ https://enrolmy.com/spraoi-agus-sport/book-now/169-Yarn-Bombing-Project

If you want to create something for the Yarn Bomb project but don’t want to attend classes, give us a call or text on 0858601834

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection and the European Union.

19/06/2025

Thanks to everyone that came to our first yarn bomb class today 🧶

We have lots of options of how you can create using yarn. If you want to get involved- come along next week and try for yourself! Our classes are free and accessible for everyone in our community ☺️
Sign up here ➡️ https://enrolmy.com/spraoi-agus-sport/book-now/169-Yarn-Bombing-Project

If you want to create something for the Yarn Bomb project but don’t want to attend classes, give us a call or text on 0858601834

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection and the European Union.

Donegal Horizons CLG

18/06/2025

Join Us for Yarn Bombing in Carndonagh – FREE classes start tomorrow!
Whether you're a complete beginner or a yarn expert, come be part of the fun as we kick off our Yarn Bombing project in Carndonagh! Our classes are open and accessible to everyone in the community.

If you'd like to create something for the yarn bombing project but can’t attend the classes, no problem! Just send us a text or give us a call- 0858601834

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection, and the European Union.

Booking Link: https://enrolmy.com/spraoi-agus-sport/activity/169-Yarn_Bombing_Project

Donegal Yarnbomb

Join us for a fun and colourful Yarn Bombing event in Carndonagh! Yarn bombing is a form of street art where we decorate public spaces with knitted or crocheted pieces. It’s a creative, positive way to bring people together and brighten up our community. Whether you're an experienced knitter or ju...