Residents in the Dungarvan area are being asked to donate selection boxes for refugee children this weekend.
The sweet treats will be given to children living at the Clonea Emergency Reception and Orientation Centre, which is home to mostly young families who have gone through great suffering. Their time in Clonea EROC is used to recover physically and mentally and acclimatise to Irish society, learn English and start planning for their future.
Donations can be made at Garvey’s Supervalu in Dungarvan until tomorrow
Local resident and organiser Amy Whelan said, “This year has been tough for everyone and every child deserves a gesture of recognition this Christmas. Host communities like Clonea continue to support our refugee community but resources are stretched.