Ukrainian Peer Support

About

The Ukrainian Peer Support service, delivered by Galway City Partnership, offers dedicated support to Ukrainian individuals and families living in Galway City and County.
This service helps Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection (BOTPs) access vital healthcare and well-being supports. Through one-to-one assistance, group clinics, and translated resources, the Peer Support Worker acts as a trusted bridge between the Ukrainian community and Irish services.
The focus is on promoting health access, overcoming language and cultural barriers, and ensuring individuals are supported throughout their resettlement journey.
The service also plays a key role in raising awareness around mental health, vaccinations, maternity supports, and other public health services

Key Supports

  • One-to-one peer and health navigation support
  • Information clinics on GP access, medical cards, and public health services
  • Support with referrals to GPs, dentists, ophthalmologists, and mental health services
  • Translation of health documents and interpretation at information clinics
  • Vaccination awareness and access
  • Cancer prevention and screening information
  • Community engagement via social media in Ukrainian

Contact

Olga Tsivinska olga@gcp.ie or olga.tsivinska@hse.ie
Languages: Ukrainian, Russian, English
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