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Food Insecurity in Ireland: Impact on Children and their Parents
Get PDFReportA survey launched by national children’s charity Barnardos and leading grocery retailer ALDI Ireland, found that more than one in seven parents (16%) said that they had been regularly unable to afford a main meal for their family/children and one in five (19%) of parents stated that at some point in the last year they did not have enough food to feed their children.
The survey, conducted by Coyne Research on behalf of Barnardos and partner ALDI Ireland, explores both the prevalence and impact of food poverty in Ireland. It is the second survey on the issue, with the results finding that, between January and November last year, food poverty had worsened for children and families across the country. In November 2022, Barnardos and ALDI Ireland announced an extension of their partnership for a further two years
Separated/Divorced and Introducing a New Partner to Children
Get PDFInformation sheetInformation sheet for separated/divorced parents on how to introduce a new partner to their chiildren
The Big Active: Did you Know?
No full textInformation sheetInformation sheet outlining how funds raised from the Big Active are spent in Barnardos
Annual Report 2022
Get PDFAnnual reportAs the extraordinary response to the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic fades into memory for most people, the legacy is still there for the children and parents Barnardos work with in terms of their social, emotional and educational development. These families faced additional challenges in 2022 with some seriously impacted by the cost of living crisis resulting from post Covid-19 global supply chain disruption and the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Barnardos Children’s Budget 2024
No full textPaperContinued cost of living increases over the past 12 months have pulled more and more children into poverty and deprivation, placed increased pressure on parents and decreased the standard of living for a significant proportion of families across the country. The longer children live in poverty and deprivation, the greater an impact it will have on their health, wellbeing, and future development. Growing up in poverty can negatively affect the entire life course of a child, limiting opportunities and making it more difficult for them to realise their full emotional, educational, and social potential. Budget 2024 must prioritise those most disadvantaged by inflation, targeting support measures at those most vulnerable. The Government must provide an appropriate safety net to ensure that all children are guaranteed a decent standard of living. Additionally the government needs to make sure that families, once they have secured sufficient finances, have the support they need to address issues in their lives. The Taoiseach stated at the National Economic Development Forum last month that child poverty and well-being would be a major theme of Budget 2024. This is alongside the establishment of the Child Poverty and Wellbeing Programme Office within the Department of the Taoiseach1. Budget 2024 must follow through on this commitment and introduce measures that will make a real difference to children facing disadvantage across Ireland, improve their standard of living and help them reach their full potential
Supporting Families Online: Exploring the Experiences of Service Users and Practitioners and the Development of a Best Practice Framework for Digital Social Care
Get PDFPaperAbstract of a presentation delivered to the International Congress on Evidence-based Parenting Support 2023
An Evaluation of the Barnardos Ballybeg Playground Service (Final Report)
No full textEvaluation reportAn evaluation of the Barnardos Ballybeg Playground service in Waterford was conducted to assess its impact on children, families, and the local community. Using a case study approach with qualitative methods, researchers gathered insights through interviews with children, parents, staff, and volunteers, as well as fieldnotes. The evaluation aimed to understand children’s experiences and the influence of the service on their lives, as well as parents’ perceptions of their children’s involvement. It also examined how the programme is delivered to identify effective practices and potential barriers to achieving its goals. The evaluation explored the service’s culture, focusing on its child-centred, play-based approach, and gathered perspectives from staff and volunteers. Additionally, it assessed the service’s relationship with the local community and its broader community impact. Overall, the evaluation sought to provide a comprehensive understanding of the service’s effectiveness and areas for improvement
Helping my Child to Listen and Follow Direction More Often
Get PDFInformation sheetInformation sheet for parents who would like their children to listen and follow direction more
