Coolmine Therapeutic Community

Coolmine Therapeutic Community Coolmine is a drug and alcohol treatment centre providing community, day and residential services to

Coolmine believes that everyone should have the opportunity to overcome addiction and lead a fulfilled and productive life. We provide a range of quality community and residential services to empower people and their families to overcome addiction and support long term recovery. Honesty, Consistency and Responsibility lie at the core of what we believe and is demonstrated by accountability and transparency in all areas of our organisation. We ensure the dignity and respect of individuals by actively listening and holding a non-judgmental attitude which is supported by our service standards. We believe that compassion is demonstrated through responsible love, concern and understanding for each other. We believe in the physical and psychological safety and security for all through the implementation of sound policy and procedure. We are committed to quality through evidence-based practice, research and continuous improvement of our standards and resources.

29/01/2026

The Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon FINAL Early Bird tickets go on sale tomorrow Friday 30th January at 11am and they’re available to the general public at last year’s price for this special launch!

Thinking of taking on a challenge this Summer?
Why not get your Early Bird ticket and run for Coolmine?

By joining Team Coolmine, you’ll help thousands of women, men and families on their recovery journey. Your steps make hope possible.

Get your Early Bird ticket tomorrow at 11am: http://www.vhiwomensminimarathon.ie

Run with purpose. Run for hope.
Run for Recovery.

While the word ‘no’ may seem to have negative connotations, here at Coolmine we believe it can be a catalyst for making ...
29/01/2026

While the word ‘no’ may seem to have negative connotations, here at Coolmine we believe it can be a catalyst for making positive changes. The ability to say ‘no’ to harmful substances and the old habits that have been dragging you down is a strength.

Real changes in long-held behaviours, attitudes and self images involve struggle and even suffering. The acceptance of pain to achieve growth is particularly relevant for substance users as they have avoided discomfort in its various forms.

The process of recovery in the T.C. is ‘hard’; it’s a continuous struggle to remain clean, delay gratification, examine the self, feel emotions, tolerate guilt and discard old self-images and accept who you really are. However, anything worth having is worth working for.

Coolmine is committed to helping our clients make real and long-lasting changes that can lead them to recovery. It is our aim to help our clients grow and reach their full potential. Saying ‘no’ may be the first step to bringing families back together, reuniting friends, and living a meaningful life.

Recently, clients from our Cork City South hub enjoyed an urban sauna pro‑social. A huge thank you to Hot Box Sauna for ...
28/01/2026

Recently, clients from our Cork City South hub enjoyed an urban sauna pro‑social. A huge thank you to Hot Box Sauna for welcoming our community and creating such a meaningful experience.

These outings offer far more than a day out. For many of our clients, activities like this open the door to new experiences, the kind they may never have dreamt of before entering recovery. They provide the chance to try something positive, healthy, and confidence‑building in a safe, supported environment.

The therapeutic benefits of the sauna itself are powerful too. The heat encourages deep relaxation, helping clients slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves, an important part of healing both mind and body.

Just as importantly, these days support peer connection. Shared experiences strengthen bonds, build trust, and expand support networks. These relationships often become vital anchors in long‑term, enduring recovery.

Thank you again to Hot Box for a great day out!

If you or your business can provide support to our clients through social outings, please contact MacDara O’Shea at:

macdara.oshea@coolminetc.ie

or

086 066 2738

27/01/2026

Coolmine TC – Cork City South Hub is a community‑based drug and alcohol service supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use across Cork’s Southside.

Based at:
12 Mary Street
Cork City
Co. Cork
T12 EY15

We also provide outreach clinics in:

Ballincollig FRC

Our service offers both group and one‑to‑one therapeutic support, helping people develop practical tools on their journey towards reducing use, achieving abstinence, and/or accessing residential treatment.

Groups & activities include:

Therapeutic group work
One‑to‑one key‑working
Acupuncture & Mindfulness
Holistic supports
Pro‑social activities: sauna & cold‑water therapy, fishing, food & nutrition programmes, and more

We also offer community‑based care planning and case management, ensuring personalised, holistic support every step of the way.

Get in touch: 021 202 1251

If you or someone you care about needs support, you don’t have to face it alone. Reach out today.

26/01/2026

We’re proud to share that Coolmine has been accredited with the Ibec KeepWell Mark, Ireland’s national benchmark for workplace wellbeing. This independent accreditation recognises organisations that demonstrate strong leadership, robust wellbeing practices and a genuine commitment to creating healthy, supportive workplaces.

For Coolmine, achieving the KeepWell Mark affirms that our approach to staff wellbeing is both intentional and strategic. It reinforces that our policies and practices align with recognised national standards across areas such as mental health, health & safety, leadership and absence management, helping position Coolmine as a responsible, values‑driven and progressive place to work.

Awarded for a two‑year period, the KeepWell Mark supports our long‑term organisational sustainability by embedding wellbeing into leadership, policy and culture, rather than relying on stand‑alone initiatives. This accreditation reflects a collective commitment to supporting our people so they can continue delivering meaningful impact every day.

22/01/2026

As we enter the final year of our Responsive Sustainable Recovery strategy, we’re proud to share the meaningful progress we’ve made together since 2023. Our strategic plan set out a clear ambition: to build a more inclusive, effective, and sustainable Coolmine. One that expands access to services, delivers clinical excellence, and strengthens our governance for the future.

Under the strand of Service Delivery Excellence, we have seen considerable progress in meeting the objectives laid out in our Strategic Plan:

- A 60% increase in detoxification bed capacity, ensuring more people can access treatment when they need it most.
- A 7.5% increase in dual diagnosis placements, supporting individuals with both mental health and addiction needs.
- Gender-specific recovery programmes expanded nationwide, supporting 1,396 women—an 11% year‑on‑year increase.
- New targeted outreach and case management for members of the Traveller community, including homeless Traveller women.
Behind every number is a person. A story. A life rebuilt.

Joanne, who completed her programme at Mahon House in Limerick, shared her journey:

“Through the structure and community of Coolmine, I developed essential life skills including communication, honesty, accountability, and self‑awareness. But perhaps most importantly, I was given the guidance and strength to rebuild the relationships I had once lost, especially with my family. The staff were endlessly patient with me. No matter what my past looked like, they treated me with dignity and respect. They didn’t give up on me, even when I struggled.”

Her words remind us why this work matters and why our strategic priorities continue to drive real change.

As we move through 2026, we remain committed to completing the final objectives of our strategy and ensuring Coolmine continues to respond compassionately, sustainably, and effectively to the needs of individuals and families across Ireland.

Thank you to our staff, partners, and community for making this progress possible. Together, we’re building stronger pathways to recovery.

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20/01/2026

At Coolmine, sustainability isn’t an add‑on, it’s at the heart of everything we do. Our 2023–2026 Strategy places environmental responsibility front and centre, reflecting our belief that caring for our planet goes hand-in-hand with caring for people.

In partnership with Erasmus expert collaborators Agua y Territorio, our Environmental Impact Report 2024 established a clear baseline and outlined pathways for meaningful progress across five key areas:

- Biodiversity & Services
- Waste Management
- Water Management
- Energy Efficiency
- Energy Consumption

To drive this work forward, we have established a dedicated Sustainability Action Group to lead the implementation of these recommendations across our services, including both of our residential communities in Dublin.

But our commitment to sustainability goes beyond environmental change.

At Coolmine, we believe in sustainable recovery.

Just as we work to protect and restore the world around us, we also support our clients to rebuild their lives with stability, resilience, and tools for long‑term recovery. A healthier environment supports healthier communities, and we’re proud to contribute to both.

Every step we take today helps create a better tomorrow.

Together, we’re building a future that sustains people, places, and possibilities.

“You alone can do it, but you cannot do it alone” is one of the core philosophies used at Coolmine.It tells us that only...
15/01/2026

“You alone can do it, but you cannot do it alone” is one of the core philosophies used at Coolmine.

It tells us that only through a conscious decision can you begin your journey to recovery. You have to take responsibility for your own actions to overcome addiction.

At the same time, trying to carry this burden alone is a nearly impossible task. Only through the support, encouragement, and feedback of your peers can you truly succeed in reaching your full potential. There is no need to suffer alone. There is no shame in allowing others to help you up.

Through the community model, you not only receive help from others, but you pass it on to your brothers and sisters. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts and by embracing the family you can truly be the person you wish to become.

Recovery is support

Recovery is community

13/01/2026

Coolmine TC – Cork City North Hub is a community-based drug and alcohol service supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use across Cork’s Northside.

Based at:
Unit 2, The Glen Community Services Building
Carnloch Court, The Glen
Cork, T23 H2CA

We also provide outreach clinics at:

St Mary’s Campus, Blackpool
Gurranabraher
Our service offers both group and one-to-one therapeutic support, helping people build practical skills and tools on their journey towards reducing use, abstinence, and/or residential treatment.

Groups & activities include:

Aftercare
CRA (Community Reinforcement Approach)
Relapse Prevention
Stabilisation & Reduce the Use
Acupuncture & Mindfulness
We also provide individual key-working, community-based care planning and case management, ensuring personalised, holistic support.

Get in touch: 021 202 1241

If you or someone you care about needs support, you don’t have to face it alone. Reach out today.

12/01/2026

Recently, P.A.C.T. Outreach Project Worker Jack Beglin and MacDara O’Shea from our Fundraising & Communications team had the opportunity to travel to Pinos Genil, just outside Granada, to take part in the week‑long ‘Digital Bridges’ Erasmus+ course, hosted by Asociación Las Niñas del Tul.

Throughout the week, participants explored how to design, develop, and deliver impactful social media strategies, with a strong focus on connecting meaningfully with young people. Beyond the technical aspects of campaigns, the course encouraged deep reflection on our own preconceptions and how we can build more authentic, respectful, and effective relationships with young people in digital spaces.

The experience also offered a valuable chance to connect with like‑minded professionals from across Europe, sharing ideas, experiences, and best practice while engaging in rich cultural exchange. A special highlight was connecting with Patricia and Iona from FEM Network, a Europe‑wide organisation advocating for women’s rights, it was a privilege to learn alongside voices from different sectors and perspectives.

In this video, Jack and course facilitator Olivia Ávila share their reflections on the week, while we also hear from Patricia and Iona on their experience of the course.

And of course, there was time to enjoy the beautiful and historic city of Granada, making this an unforgettable learning and cultural experience.

A big thank you to Asociación Las Niñas del Tul, Erasmus+, Leargas, Patricia and Ioana, and everyone who made the week so inspiring.

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10/01/2026

Make 2026 the year you run for recovery!

This New Year’s, we’re asking you to join Team Coolmine in the 2026 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon and make a real difference in the lives of people and families overcoming addiction.

By choosing Coolmine as your charity, you’re helping us provide vital treatment, safe accommodation, and hope for a brighter future.

For more information, contact

macdara.oshea@coolminetc.ie

086 066 2738

Let’s kick off 2026 with purpose.
Make running for Coolmine your New Year’s resolution!

Ashleigh House has been invited by Fast Finglas and Dublin City Council to take part in a five-month pilot programme,...
09/01/2026

Ashleigh House has been invited by Fast Finglas and Dublin City Council to take part in a five-month pilot programme, “Walk for Health.”

The programme kicked off with its first walk in Howth during Christmas week, offering participants time outdoors to support physical health, mental wellbeing, and connection with others. Initiatives like this create space to slow down, move together, and build positive routines that support recovery.

A sincere thank you to FAST in Finglas and Dublin City Council for including Ashleigh House in this important programme.

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