Supports for Charities and Community Groups
Our support
We currently support over 45 charities and community groups from across the west, mid-west and midlands region of Ireland.
- MS Ireland
- Family Carers Ireland
- Cope Galway
- Esker House Domestic Violence Refuge Athlone
- Galway Parkinsons
- Féileacáin
- Irish Wheelchair Association
- Active Retirement Ireland
Each workshop on a Sanctuary Support Day is carefully structured to meet each group’s specific needs e.g. organic healing nutrition for those living with cancer; gentle-seated yoga for people with restricted mobility, drama workshops, music sessions for young people living with autism and remembering through music workshops for those living with Alzheimer’s.
The Sanctuary offers each person a reawakening of their sense of belonging in their community by making new connections with others experiencing similar adversities.
An Example of a Typical Therapeutic Support Day Itinerary
10:00
Breakfast in the beautiful Heather Room overlooking the Sensory Garden
10:45
Candle ceremony with meditative reflections
11:00
Yoga and mindfulness session – focus on your inner strength and sense of self
12:00
Dance Therapy – connecting with your body through harmonious movement
13:00
Hot lunch in the Heather Room (all dietary requirements can be catered for)
14:00
Healing Art Workshop or Music Therapy
15:00
Short chat to evaluate the days workshops and decide on workshops for the next support day
15:15
Close and depart
Other popular workshops include
- Creative Writing
- Angel Therapy
- Tai Chi
- Stress Management
- Nutrition,
- Exercise
- Zumba
- Flower Arranging
- Art
- Laughter Yoga
- Journal Writing
- Local History
- Breathwork
- Digital Detox
- Self-Care
How do I arrange a therapy day for my group?
- Contact the SCCUL Sanctuary to select a date and discuss times/workshops/food options to suit your groups needs.
- Confirm final numbers and dietary requirements one week in advance.
- Arrive and enjoy!