PICTURES: Vital support service C-SAW celebrates its third birthday in Tipperary

Tea and cake a plenty, was the order of the day on Monday July 7 for the third birthday of C-Saw in Tipperary Town, which was celebrated at the CJ Kickham Band Hall. There was a great air of celebration as large numbers of people popped in to enjoy a cuppa and a chat. C-Saw was set up in Clonmel to provide services that would help reduce the number of suicides in Tipperary and surrounding areas.

In addition, the service provides support and assistance to people who have been bereaved, or in any way impacted by suicide. They aim to raise awareness and education in the community, provide support to those in need, and offer emotional and practical support for those bereaved by suicide. C-Saw is there for those feeling the sorrow and the pain, and to help get back the strength they feel they cannot regain. If you are feeling alone, or unsure of what to do, don't be afraid to reach out to C-Saw, because they are here for you.

Three years ago C-Saw branched out to Tipperary Town and it has been a resounding success, with large numbers availing of the service. The success of the service has enabled them to expand to an evening service once a month on the last Wednesday. This service will commence on Wednesday July 30 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. This won't interfere with the regular Monday morning service, which takes place every Monday from 10:30am to 12:30pm, at the CJ Kickham Band Hall.

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On Monday last at the third birthday celebrations, Chrissie Greene, mother of the late Ned Greene was in attendance. For three years the Ned Greene Memorial Soccer Tournament has been held at the Canon Hayes Sports Complex, and proceeds are given to C-Saw and to the Special Olympics. All prizes are regularly donated by businesses in the town.

Chrissie attended on Monday to make the draw for the raffle and also of course to remember her late son Ned. Thank you to all who support the Soccer Tournament each year.

Amongst those who attended the third birthday celebrations were Mattie McGrath, T.D., and Garda John Hennessy, Community Garda. Thank you to all the volunteers who made everyone so welcome on Monday morning last and provided welcome refreshments.

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