About

Empowering Families, Strengthening Communities

The West Sligo Family Resource Centre, is based at Castlepark House, Pier Rd, Carrowhubbuck South, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo, F26 V5T8, and is one of 126 Family Resource Centres under the Family Support Services Programme based throughout the country.

West Sligo Family Resource Centre Ltd. aims to empower individuals and families to improve their quality of life by fostering an ethos of self-development, promoting the principles of community development and encouraging people to access the supports and services that they need to enrich their lives.

Empowering individuals and families to build a stronger, more connected community — where everyone is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.

Our Journey - Growing Together Since 2004

2005

Our Family Resource Centre has continued to grow and evolve to better meet the needs of our community

Our Family Resource Centre has continued to grow and evolve to better meet the needs of our community. We’ve expanded our range of programmes and supports for families, children, and individuals, while strengthening our role as an inclusive and welcoming community hub. A key milestone in our development has been the installation of a new lift, making our Centre fully accessible to everyone and ensuring that all members of the community can take part in activities and services with ease and comfort.

2005

2004

The Beginning: Easkey Family Resource Centre is Founded

Firstly was founded as Easkey Family Resource Centre.

2004

2005

A New Chapter: Opening in Easkey Village

The organisation commenced operations in January and was housed in premises in Easkey village. During the tenancy, the Board developed a sports and recreation facility, as well as classrooms, on the factory premises at Easkey. Despite the fact that the sports centre had a strong degree of interaction with young people, it was decided to relocate due to the building not meeting the characteristics of a modern Family Resource Centre and the running cost of the building.

2005

2008

Seeking Growth: Moving to a Larger Space

Relocated to disused factory premises on the outskirts of the village.

2008

2011

Expanding Horizons: Becoming West Sligo Family Resource Centre

The Board changed the name of the organisation to West Sligo Family Resource Centre. This decision was to reflect the increasing demand for the service from the wider community.

2011

2014

Reaching Further: Relocating to Castlepark House

Due to increased service demand the Family Resource Centre relocated to a more suitable office space to Castlepark House, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo offering support to the community throughout West Sligo by providing outreach services using rental spaces in the local community centres on a need’s basis.

2014

2017

Strengthening Support: Family Support Worker Joins the Team

The Family Resource Centre secured funding from Tusla Prevention, Partnership and Family Support for a part-time Family Support Worker. Enhancing the overall scope of working with children and families.

2017

2019

Outgrowing Our Space: Securing New Funding

The Family Resource Centre outgrew the office space and secured funding from Tusla and An Bord Iascaigh Mhara and a new building was sought in the community.

2019

2020

A New Home: Moving to Enterprise Centre

A new premise was found at Enterprise Centre, Pier Rd, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo. The new building consists of two floors with several office spaces, a conference room and a large multi-purpose room which can be accessed by all the community.

2020