Charleville Community & Family Support

Battview Matters is a Community and Family Support Project based in Charleville, which seeks to work with the local community to enhance the quality of life of residents of Batt Donegan Place and Hillview Drive Estates.

The project is a collaboration between Ballyhoura Development, Cork County Council, Respond, and Tusla, the Child and Family Support Agency. The project runs from the community building in Hillview Drive Estate, Charleville, and delivers family support and social inclusion initiatives in the community.

All programmes are designed in consultation with local residents and reflect the most pressing needs identified by the residents. Current examples include a homework club for young children, a parent support group, and estate enhancement activities.

The Battview Matters Project regularly publishes a newsletter outlining current programmes, events, news, and training opportunities available in the wider Charleville area.

For further information, or to find out about upcoming workshops, courses, or activities, please contact Ella Conway at [email protected]

Download the latest Battview Newsletter

Our Story

Listen to some of the children who attend Battview Matters Homework Club in Charleville speak about some of their experiences through the Club.

Check out Battview Matters Latest Activities - Blog

Latest

Ballyhoura Summer Networking Forum 2023

Community representatives came from all over the Ballyhoura Region, over 50 community members in attendance.
Get Head Smart Challenge 2023

The Ballyhoura Get Head Smart Challenge is back, bigger and better than ever for June 2023.
Ballyhoura Summer Active Retirement Network Event

The Summer Active Retirement Network event for all active retirement group members from across the Ballyhoura region.
Community Energy Night at Lough Gur

An Information evening on how energy is used in the home and how to understand your energy usage.

The ARISE Programme -Awareness Raising Initiatives for Social Enterprise

Awareness Raising Initiative for Social Enterprise carry out awareness-raising initiatives that will increase awareness of social enterprises and their potential, in line with the Awareness Raising Strategy.
Ballyhoura Locally-led Farm & Community Biodiversity Initiatives

Two projects submitted by Ballyhoura Development receive an allocation to commence activities.
Ballyhoura Development Features in #SicapStories

Ballyhoura Development feature's in social media video campaign highlighting the role of SICAP during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ballyhoura Development Welcome LEADER Food Funding

Ballyhoura Development Welcome an increase in LEADER Food Funding.
Local Area Employment Service

The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help clients find suitable, sustainable employment.
Community Childcare Services

Ballyhoura Development manages and operates Community Afterschools facilities for children of primary school age in Caherconlish and Caherline in Co Limerick, and in Mitchelstown, Co Cork.
Community Food Initiatives (CFI)

The Community Food Initiatives Programme (CFI) aims to help children and families in low-income communities to improve their eating habits, and to learn about the benefits of good nutrition.
Community Law and Mediation Service

An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.
Community Wellbeing Project

The Ballyhoura Community Wellbeing Project connects people with community resources and supports them to get involved in some of the activities taking place within their own communities and areas.
East Limerick Traveller Project

A collaborative project, based in Kilmallock, which seeks to work with the Traveller Community to improve Health outcomes and quality of life for members of the Travelling Community in East Limerick.

Jobs Board

A weekly round-up of job opportunities and vacancies in the Ballyhoura area compiled by the Local Area Employment Service.
Contact Us

Contact details for Ballyhoura Development offices.
Community Food Initiatives (CFI)

The Community Food Initiatives Programme (CFI) aims to help children and families in low-income communities to improve their eating habits, and to learn about the benefits of good nutrition.
Local Area Employment Service

The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help clients find suitable, sustainable employment.
Ballyhoura Science Fair 2022

The Ballyhoura Science Fair is back with a BANG, whizzle and roar, and all are welcome!
Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

Online job interviews are becoming increasingly common. The Ballyhoura Jobs Club are here to help you to make your Zoom or Skype interview a success.
Ballyhoura Winter Networking Forum

On Saturday, January 28th, Ballyhoura Development CLG invite all community members to the 2022 Winter Networking Forum.
The Glenbrohane Local Hub Fundraising Appeal

The Local Hub in Glenbrohane is seeking your help in raising funds for the construction of the new facility where they intend to create an exciting new space known as The Local Hub.
Community Law and Mediation Service

An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.
Rural Development (LEADER) Programme 2014-2020

Under the LEADER Programme for 2014-2020, a budget of €250 million in grant aid is being provided to support rural communities and local businesses in Ireland.