SAFE Castlebellingham

23/02/2026

21/02/2026

One week ago on Valentine’s Day, we began our weekly Women’s Yoga class in Dundalk💗

It was a beautiful start — a calm, welcoming space where we could move, breathe and take time for ourselves.

Thank you to all the lovely ladies who joined us and brought such warmth to the room. And a huge thank you to our wonderful yoga teacher Shirlí O’Maolduin for guiding us and creating such a supportive atmosphere.

We’re also very grateful to the Gateway Hotel for hosting us and supporting our community wellbeing work.

17/02/2026

We want to say a genuine thank you to Heather and Colman Harmon from Salterstown for their amazing support.

Through their Christmas lights display, they raised €590 for SAFE and presented it to us this week. That takes real time, effort and commitment, and we truly appreciate it.

Every euro raised helps us continue providing support through our helpline, counselling and other services for people in our community who need it.

Heather and Colman, thank you for thinking of SAFE and for supporting mental health locally. It really means a lot to us❤️

10/02/2026

Yesterday reminded us exactly why we do what we do.
We recently put up more prevention signs around Drogheda and Carlingford port. Within hours, someone who was going through an incredibly difficult moment found themselves right in front of that sign.
He made the call. He reached out. He’s still here today.
We can’t share all the details to protect his privacy, but we wanted to say this: every sign matters. Every conversation matters. Every life matters.

A huge thank you to Patrick and Damien for installing these signs - you never know whose life you might help save.

If you’re struggling, please remember: your story isn’t over. We’re here to listen.

Helpline ☎️1800 945 345
Daily 8am-8pm

07/02/2026

SAFE at DkIT: Engaging with students at Dundalk Institute of Technology and sharing mental health supports.

Our team provided information about SAFE’s mental health and su***de prevention services, spoke directly with students about available supports, and distributed mental health educational materials. The event offered a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of mental wellbeing, reduce stigma around seeking support, and connect with young people in an informal and accessible setting.

SAFE’s presence helped promote our services to the student community and encouraged open conversations around mental health and wellbeing.

05/02/2026

Meet Shirlí, our wonderful yoga teacher!

With over 20 years of experience, Shirli is the founder of Shirli Yoga & Vitality Vibe and is deeply passionate about health and wellbeing.

We’re delighted to have her guiding our free women’s yoga classes with care, warmth, and so much experience.

If you’ve been thinking of doing something just for you, this is your sign🤗
You’re very welcome to join us.
Just message Yana 087 186 5959

03/02/2026

SAFE Castlebellingham is delighted to invite women to our Weekly Free Yoga for Women in Dundalk

🧘‍♀️ Every Saturday | 11:00 AM
📍 Muirhevnamor Community Centre, Dundalk
👩‍🏫 Facilitated by Shirli, professional yoga & breathwork teacher with 20+ years of experience

This is more than a yoga class. Alongside weekly sessions, you’ll be part of a supportive WhatsApp group where you’ll receive simple exercises, wellbeing tips, and gentle encouragement between classes

💚 We’re creating a small, welcoming group of 25 women
📅 First class: 14th February — give yourself time, care, and calm this Valentine’s Day

Donation of €5 appreciated but not expected.
📩 Message Yana on 087 186 5959 to join

30/01/2026

LONELINESS is one of Ireland’s biggest mental health challenges — ranking No. 4 nationally.

Over 1 in 5 Irish people feel lonely most or all of the time, with around 1 in 7 experiencing ongoing loneliness.

Samaritans Ireland report that roughly one-third of their helpline calls involve loneliness or isolation — a figure that’s been climbing steadily.

Loneliness isn’t just about living alone.
It affects people across every community — busy professionals, parents juggling everything, students living away from home, older adults whose families have emigrated, young people scrolling through phones in crowded rooms, and those living far from extended family.
And it carries real consequences: increased risk of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

But here’s the hopeful part — connection is one of our strongest protective factors.

This weekend, try one small action:
• Text someone you’ve been meaning to check in on
• Invite a neighbour for tea or a walk along the local greenway
• Ring a family member instead of another scroll through your phone
• Call to someone living alone on your road
• Let someone know they’re in your thoughts

And if you’re the one feeling lonely — you’re not weak, and you’re absolutely not alone in this. Reaching out takes real courage.

At SAFE, we believe mental health support begins with human connection.
Small moments of connection can shift everything♥️