Castlebar Social Services Centre

€225,000 for social services centre extension

THE Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring, has approved LEADER funding of €225,000 for a new building extension for Castlebar Social Services at their premises in Castle Street, Castlebar.

The project was selected by the Mayo LEADER Local Action Group subject to final approval by Minister Ring.

Minister Ring said: “The Castlebar Social Services (CSS) is a great organisation which offers a wide range of facilities and services to isolated and vulnerable people in the town and hinterland, including a 365 day meals on wheels service.

Castlebar Social Services’ proposed development will facilitate the extension of the building by an additional 1,980 square feet. This will provide multi-use space on three floors, including a new foyer area. The €225,000 which I am announcing today will fund the construction of the lobby, stairs and lift area.

The inclusion of a lift in the foyer area is vital as many of the service users are currently unable to access the two upper storeys of the building. This will give those unable to access the upper floors either by disability, age or parents with buggies the opportunity to engage in the various activities.”