How community welcome works

Learn how community welcome works in Ireland and how local people in your community and organisations support newcomers as they settle and build independence.

 

What community welcome means

Community welcome is a structured way for local people and organisations to support newcomers like yourself. A group from your community works together to help with early settlement and connection to services like work, school, doctors, etc.

 
  • A local group who supports you as you settle
  • Shared responsibility across several people
  • Clear communication and coordination
  • Support that changes as your needs change
  • It is not support from one person alone
  • It does not replace specialist services
  • It does not remove your independence
  • Early support focuses on settling into daily life.
  • Over time, support shifts toward independence and connection within your new community.
 

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