On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Gavin spoke with Clarecastle man and former Clare hurler, Noel Considine, about the impact the pandemic is having on people who suffer with addiction. In October, Noel opened up on air about his battle with alcoholism, generating a huge response from the audience. Under the current guidelines, AA meetings are classed […]
Clare FM
25th February 2021
Concerns have been raised that a number of people suffering from addictions are not engaging with recovery services, because of the impact of the pandemic.
Some support groups, including the likes of Alcoholics Anonymous, are continuing to hold in-person meetings in different parts of Clare, but with a number of restrictions including on the numbers who can attend, and how long the meeting can last.
Some support groups have moved their meetings exclusively online.
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Former Clare hurler and recovering alcoholic, Noel Considine from Clarecastle, says he’s personally aware of some people who have relapsed during the pandemic, because the usual help isn’t available.
); You either get sober, end up in jail or in a brown box. I wasn t far away from any of them
Former Wexford goalkeeping coach Noel Considine speaks to The42 about his horrific journey to conquering alcoholism. By Sinead Farrell Thursday 24 Dec 2020, 8:00 AM Dec 24th 2020, 8:00 AM 70,339 Views 24 Comments
A MAN IS standing on a bridge in Limerick, peering over the edge. Goalkeeping coach Noel Considine. Source: Noel Considine
He’s jobless, homeless and down to his last €3. It’s Christmas Eve, 2013, a day he usually spends out shopping with his partner and his son. It’s their little annual custom.