Wednesday’s Morning Focus was broadcast live from the EmployAbility Clare offices at Elevation Business Park, Ennis.
Alan Morrissey first spoke with Marie Killeen, Service Manager at EmployAbility Clare, who outlined the range of services they provide.
He was then joined by Tommy O’Doherty, Chairperson of EmployAbility Clare, who spoke about his background and how he became involved with the organisation.
Next, Alan spoke with Mary Coll-Burke, Employment Personal Advisor with the Department of Social Protection, who explained the benefits of EmployAbility Clare and the supports available through the service.
Following this, Alan was joined live on the show by Yvonne Madden, Employment Coach with EmployAbility Clare; Mairead Mannion, Shop Manager at the Clare Haven Horizons Charity Shop; and Patricia McNamara from the HR Department of Clare County Council. The group discussed the partnership formed in 2022, what was involved in setting it up, and its importance.
We then heard from Deirdre Ball, Communication Liaison Officer and Employment Coach with EmployAbility Clare, alongside Stella Sloane, Lecturer at Shannon College of Hotel Management. Stella shared her experience of a serious accident she suffered ten years ago and outlined her rehabilitation journey back to work. This included linking with Headway and later EmployAbility Clare. Stella began engaging with the service in 2019 and successfully transitioned back to work in 2020. Deirdre explained the role EmployAbility Clare played in supporting Stella’s return to the workplace.
To conclude the programme, Alan spoke with three final guests. Aodhnaid Lennon, Employment Coach with EmployAbility Clare, to discuss the benefits of linking with local businesses and the strong connections that have been developed.
Elaine Lally, Co-Owner of Hotel Woodstock, spoke about why the partnership works for Hotel Woodstock and her involvement as a new board member of EmployAbility Clare.
Finally, Julie Kilmartin, Owner of Kilmartin Educational Services, explained why the collaboration works well for her business.
