{"id":580833,"date":"2026-08-02T21:45:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-02T21:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/580833\/"},"modified":"2026-08-02T21:45:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T21:45:08","slug":"free-community-mental-health-and-wellbeing-event-returns-to-east-cork","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/580833\/","title":{"rendered":"Free community mental health and wellbeing event returns to East Cork"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\">Cork County Council has announced the return of  <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.echolive.ie\/corknews\/arid-41678219.html\">Together at Fair Green<\/a>, a free community mental health and wellbeing event in East Cork in August.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> The event, in partnership with the Health Service Executive&#8217;s (HSE) South West branch, attracted nearly 2,000 people to the Fair Green in Midleton last year.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> Following the success of last year\u2019s event, the initiative will return next month, featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and contributions from more than 30 local organisations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> The aim of the event is to create an open and welcoming environment where people can connect with one another, learn about available supports, and celebrate the strength of the local community.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> Mayor of the County of Cork, councillor Bernard Moynihan said it is \u201cwonderful to see it returning once again for 2026\u201d.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cThe large attendance [last year] demonstrated the strong community support for initiatives that promote positive mental health and wellbeing,\u201d said Mr Moynihan.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cCork County Council is proud to support this important event, which provides a welcoming space for people to connect, learn and access valuable supports.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cEvents such as this play a vital role in strengthening community wellbeing and encouraging open conversations about mental health.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> Dr Andy Phillips, regional executive officer at HSE South West, said it is \u201ctruly inspiring to see Cork\u2019s statutory, voluntary and community partners come together to make \u2018Together at the Fair Green\u2019 such a welcoming space\u201d.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cBy blending fun, creativity and open conversation, we\u2019re breaking down stigma and ensuring everyone in East Cork knows where to turn for mental health support,\u201d said Dr Phillips.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cThis event is a testament to what we can achieve when we put community well-being first.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> President of Midleton and Area Chamber of Commerce Adrianna Hegarty said the event \u201cshines a light on the importance of looking after our mental health, both individually and as a community\u201d.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cIt\u2019s an opportunity for people to come together, hear each other\u2019s stories, and explore the wide range of support and resources available,\u201d said Ms Hegarty.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> \u201cIt\u2019s a day for connection, compassion and celebration.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"\"> The community wellbeing event will take place on August 23 from 12pm to 4pm. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Cork County Council has announced the return of Together at Fair Green, a free community mental health 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