About the Programme
The MenPower Programme is designed for men aged 18 years and over who are looking to explore new opportunities, connect with others, and figure out their next steps in a supportive environment.
This initiative combines a unique mix of mental health support, adult guidance, physical fitness, and social networking methodologies over a 12-week period. It is a safe space for great laughs, good chats, and new perspectives.
How MenPower Will Change Your Direction:
MenPower offers men the opportunity to explore barriers, identify goals, and invest in their own wellbeing. You will gain:
- Clarity & Direction: The opportunity to find direction, purpose, and plan your next move.
- Improved Well-being: Tools to explore how to be and stay well, reduce stress, anxiety, and improve self-esteem.
- Personalized Support: Access to two 1:1 sessions with a dedicated life planner.
- New Connections: A supportive network where men listen, acknowledge, and encourage one another.
Detailed Course Schedule & Focus
- Wednesdays (10am – 1pm): The focus is on **mental fitness** and mental health.
- Thursdays (10am – 2pm): The focus is on taking **positive actions to move forward** and developing a life plan.
Location: Offaly Local Development Company, Millennium House, Main Street, Tullamore, Co. Offaly R35 Y7P2.
Support: MenPower staff are available by appointment if required, for a listening ear or support with issues one may be experiencing. If staff are unable to support you, they will signpost you to someone that can. Each participant can also access one-to-one sessions for additional support.
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Our MenPower Graduates: Real Stories, Real Change
I have just finished a 12-week course called MenPower. I am speaking from the bottom of my heart, Aoife and Des have saved my life.
Name, MenPower graduateHelps you to stop and think and take some time to yourself. Plenty of information and very relaxed atmosphere
Name, MenPower graduateA place to get information on how to change to a positive mindset.
Name, MenPower graduateI learned that I am not alone feeling like this there are people out there that will help.
Name, MenPower graduateI have just finished a 12-week course called MenPower. I am speaking from the bottom of my heart, Aoife and Des have saved my life. 12/13 weeks ago, all I could do was go from the bed to the chair and back again punctuated by a single visit to Tesco self-service on a Wednesday and back to bed. I didn’t know what time of day or night it was, it didn’t matter.
Now I’ve been showering every Tuesday night for the last 12 weeks in anticipation of the next two days with the MenPower group. I’m back to some decent sleep for a change and a completely different person than the one that came in.
But it was the meeting, laughing, crying sharing and the listening to each other that has me hopeful for the future, I can now safely say I have my brothers and friends and no man will be left behind.
I am at a total loss as to how this programme hasn’t been rolled out countrywide, it’s a damn shame. Men like us in MenPower are in dire straits. I see them everywhere, turning to anything that will take away the darkness just for a few hours.
A pal, a friend, a buddy, that is what is needed in my humble opinion for men who are lost, plus tea, sandwiches and a good laugh go a long long way!
MenPower simply needs to expand and get this initiative right across the country especially in the rural areas of this land.
Every man out there needs to hear and learn about MenPower, it saved my life.
Mick, Menpower GraduateWho is the MenPower Programme for?
The programme is open to all men over the age of 18 years who are in distress and/or affected by employment-related issues.
The only stipulation is that men must be motivated to make changes to their lives. You can sign up yourself or be referred by your GP or a support worker.
Note: This is a Free Programme and includes a light lunch.
Contact
Ready to take the next step? Our team is available to provide guidance and support tailored to your needs. Contact your local coordinator directly via the details below.
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