Tag Archives: Reach Ability

Martina Lacey School of Dance Shines at Blackpool Ballroom Dance Championship

Martina Lacey School of Dance Shines at Blackpool Ballroom Dance Championship

Last weekend was a spectacular one for the Martina Lacey School of Dance, as their dancers took to the stage at the prestigious Blackpool Ballroom Dance Championship and represented the school with style, skill, and grace. It was a weekend filled with energy, precision, and the kind of passion that makes ballroom dancing so captivating […]

John Redmond’s 85th Birthday Donation

John Redmond's Birthday Party Donation to Reach Ability and Our Lady of Fatima School

Photo right-left: Jacqui Murphy (Day and Residential Services Manager), Stacey Redmond, Trevor Jacob (CEO), John Redmond, Breda Redmond, Padraig Hall (Finance Manager) John Redmond celebrated his 85th birthday in style at the Hotel Curracloe, Wexford, on 20th December, and what a special night it was. John asked for no presents. Instead, he chose two charities […]

Reach Ability Celebrates 50 Years with a Photo Exhibition

Reach Ability Celebrates 50 Years of Service with a Special Exhibition

On Friday, 17th October 2025, Reach Ability proudly launched our “50 Years of Reach Ability” photo exhibition at our Bellefield Design. This marked an incredible milestone, five decades of service, support, and community connection. Formerly known as CWCW Enniscorthy, Reach Ability has been at the heart of disability services in Co. Wexford since 1975. Our […]

Reach Ability 50 Years Photo Exhibition

Reach ability photo exhibition opening hours

Join us at Bellefield Design (Y21 W6D7) for a special photo exhibition celebrating the heart and history of Enniscorthy. We’re reeling in the years and it will take you on a visual journey from our beginnings in 1974 right up to today, capturing the moments and people who helped shape our vibrant community. This unique […]

Our Mosaic Project at Reach Ability

Reach Ability Mosaic project with WWETB & Helen McClean

This summer, Reach Ability was alive with colour, creativity, and community spirit. Thanks to our wonderful Mosaic Project! Guided by the brilliant Helen McClean (@hmclarts) and made possible through the generous Reach funding from WWETB. Our mosaic workshops in July and August were nothing short of magical. Over 50 participants from our nine Reach Ability […]

Castlebridge Community Hub Open Day

Reach Ability Castlebridge Community Hub Open Day

On Friday, 5th September 2025, the Castlebridge Community Hub opened its doors for a very special Open Day. Welcoming families, friends, and neighbours from across the local community. This is part of Reach Ability’s 50th Anniversary. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together, meet the individuals who attend the Hub, and […]

Eden & Loyola Hub Open Day

Reach Ability Loyola and Eden Hub Open Day

This year we are marking a huge milestone, 50 incredible years of Reach Ability! We are celebrating by having open days in all of our hubs. Both our Loyola and Eden communities came together for a festive BBQ, sharing food, laughter, and memories that reminded us all why our mission matters so much. From heartfelt conversations […]

Reach Ability Beechhaven Open Day

Reach Ability Beechhaven Open Day

We were delighted to open the doors of Beechhaven and celebrate an incredible milestone, 50 years of Reach Ability. We had a very special Afternoon Tea Open Day.   Beechaven Open Day The afternoon was filled with delicious treats, warm conversations, shared memories, and plenty of smiles. Residents, families, staff,  and friends of Reach Ability […]

Reach Ability Trip to Lourdes

Reach Ability trip to lourdes

In June 2025, members of our Reach Ability community, Ann Dillon, Kay Roche, Donna Farrell, Martin Breen, Noreen Leacy, and Jan Mahon, had the incredible opportunity to travel to Lourdes with the Rise and Shine Trust. It was a truly special trip, filled with friendship, reflection, and unforgettable moments. From walking through the streets of […]

Celebrating the Retirement of Mary Murphy

Mary Murphy Kilcannon Garden Centre Retirement

Last Friday, July 18th, we gathered in Kilcannon Restaurant to mark the retirement of someone very special, Mary Murphy. Working in Kilcannon Garden Centre for Admin Accounts. Mary retired after an incredible 38 years of service. It was a day filled with warmth, laughter, and heartfelt appreciation. Family, friends, current and former staff, funders, and […]