Healthy Monaghan

22/04/2026

Hello, how are you?

It’s a simple question—but it can make a powerful difference. This year, we’re proud to launch the Hello, How Are You? campaign, encouraging everyone to take a moment to check in with the people around them.

A small conversation can open the door to connection, support, and understanding.

Whether it’s a friend, colleague, neighbour, or family member—reach out, start the conversation, and really listen.

👉 Learn more about the campaign and how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/Mhihello

21/04/2026

SAFER Alcohol in your Community Survey 2026 ✔️

Monaghan is one of ten communities in Ireland supported by Alcohol Forum Ireland, Regional and Local Drug and Alcohol Task Forces and the Department of Health aiming to become a SAFER site ✔️

People in Monaghan are being asked toto take a short online survey. It’s completely confidential, takes less than ten minutes and is being led by Trinity College Dublin ✔️

The survey will help better understand how alcohol harm is experienced locally ✔️

The survey is available at the floowing link, and will close on April 24th ✔️

Survey 👉🏻 https://eu.surveymonkey.com/r/canal2026

21/04/2026

Have Your Say on the Future of Health & Wellbeing in Ireland.

Last chance to complete survey ‼️

The Department of Health has launched a Public Consultation on the new Healthy Ireland Framework (to 2040), and your input matters.

This is a real opportunity for organisations and members of the public to help shape health and wellbeing priorities across Ireland to 2040.

👉 Please share and repost this message across your networks so more people can hear about the consultation and have their say.

Complete the survey now 🔗 https://europa.pulse.ly/ularv4kbh8

21/04/2026

Cycling is a great way to build movement into your day - whether it’s commuting or a weekend spin. Dressing in layers and wearing reflective gear helps you stay comfortable, visible, and ready for any spring showers!​
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Keep yourself active, follow

20/04/2026

If addiction or substance misuse is affecting someone you love, support is available.

FASN - Family Addiction Support Network is now based on Park Street, Monaghan Town, offering free confidential support sessions for family members and others impacted by a loved one’s addiction. Their support includes one-to-one sessions, educational programmes, support groups, and counselling.

You do not have to carry it on your own.

For support, contact the 24-hour FASN Helpline: 087 904 6405 or Cindy, Cavan & Monaghan Family Support Worker: 085 809 6123. You can also find more information at www.fasn.ie.

17/04/2026

Have Your Say on the Future of Health & Wellbeing in Ireland.

The Department of Health has launched a Public Consultation on the new Healthy Ireland Framework (to 2040), and your input matters.

This is a real opportunity for organisations and members of the public to help shape health and wellbeing priorities across Ireland to 2040.

👉 Please share and repost this message across your networks so more people can hear about the consultation and have their say.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟮 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Complete the survey now 🔗 https://europa.pulse.ly/ularv4kbh8

15/04/2026

13/04/2026

𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝑮𝑨𝑨 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 & 𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒃𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕

Get all the latest news on the Monaghan GAA app
https://member.clubspot.app/club/monaghan-gaa/articles/80374?rel=phone

13/04/2026

Have your say!

Healthy Ireland is a national plan to help people in Ireland live healthier and happier lives. The plan was first introduced in 2013 and it looks at health in a broad way — including physical health, mental health, and social wellbeing.

The Department of Health is currently undertaking a public consultation on the new Healthy Ireland Framework. Share your views and help shape the future direction of health and wellbeing policy in Ireland.

Complete the survey here: https://ow.ly/JSMf50YBHxm

Roinn Sláinte, Department of Health

13/04/2026

🌼 Spring into Storytime! 📚✨
Stories aren’t just fun — they help shape a child’s future.
From sparking imagination to building language and confidence, reading together gives children the strongest possible start in life.

Did you know…
📖 Children who use a library card at age 9 are more likely to have a degree by 25? (Source: CSO)

That’s the power of early reading.
Join us for Spring into Storytime in your local library this April and help plant the seeds for a lifelong love of books. 🌱💛



Monaghan County Council Libraries Ireland National Childhood Network

08/04/2026

📣 Healthy Monaghan ‘Age Friendly’ Funding Application DEADLINE TOMORROW‼️

Monaghan LCDC, through the Healthy Ireland Fund are seeking expressions of interest from project partners to deliver Age Friendly projects in 2026 under the following Outcomes 👇

📍 Increase the % of adults & children meeting physical activity guidelines 🙌
📍 Decrease the number of people showing negative mental health 🙌

If your organisation has a project that fits one or both of those outcomes, please feel free to complete the expression of interest form at the below link 💯

Link to online EOI Proposal Form: ⬇️

👉🏻 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/StDNK7udSP👈🏻

All projects must be completed by the 30/09/2026 ⚠️

**Closing date for project proposals is tomorrow, the 9th of April at 4pm** ⚠️

See online EOI Proposal Form for more info ✔️