Limerick Charity Challenge For Aware, Limerick Suicide Watch
Words of support
Great work folks, well done
From Marie and Megan Griffin
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Donation summary
Total raised:
€1,450
Offline donations
€0
Online donations
€1,450
About the Cause
Aware
Aware was founded in 1985 by Dr. Patrick McKeon and a small but dedicated team of volunteers, many of whom had their own personal experience with depression, or bipolar disorder.
Aware undertakes to create a society where people affected by stress, depression, bipolar and mood disorders are understood, supported, free from stigma, and are encouraged to access appropriate therapies.
Approximately 1 in 10 people, that’s 450,000 people in Ireland, experience dep
We are a suicide prevention group based in Limerick City who patrol the bridges and the banks of the River Shannon at night, helping people who are in distress or who may be feeling suicidal.