The Vault on Tour
Saturday October 7th , The Exchange in Carlow played host to a remarkable event as part of Mensana Fest 2023, organized by the Carlow Mental Health Association (CMHA). The vibrant […]
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Conor Harris: A Journey from Darkness to Hope
In a world where stories have the power to inspire and connect, Conor Harris stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Last Saturday, the Carlow Mental […]
Catherine Callaghan’s Empowering Talk at Mensana Fest 2023
The Carlow Mental Health Association’s Mensana Fest 2023 brought together a community eager to explore practical approaches to mental well-being. Among the noteworthy speakers was Catherine Callaghan, whose Friday evening […]
“Feel the Beat, Feel the Joy: Mensana Fest 2023’s Zumba Extravaganza with Maria”
Mensana Fest 2023 hit a high note with the lively and invigorating Zumba session led by the dynamic Maria. As the clock struck 3, the venue brimmed with energy, with […]
Carlow Mental Health Association Volunteers Shine at Positive Aging Expo
In a vibrant display of community engagement and commitment to mental health, volunteers from the Carlow Mental Health Association illuminated the Positive Aging Expo at Carlow’s Fairgreen on Friday. Cloaked […]
A Night of Inspiration at Mensana Fest 2023 with Hurling Legend Davy Fitzgerald
Thursday night marked the grand opening of this year’s Mensana Fest, a heartwarming initiative by the Carlow Mental Health Association. The event, hosted at the elegant Woodford Dolmen Hotel, came […]
An Interview with Davy Fitzgerald
Last Night Carlow Mental Health Association Chairperson Rita Kelly had the opportunity to sitdown with Hurling Player / Manager, TV personality Davy Fitzgerald. Please find below the interview as Rita […]
Playwright Niall O’Muirí talks about “A Face in the Crowd”
A Face in the Crowd is a short performance depicting the lives of four individuals who have lived with mental illness. The play takes us through their varied experiences as […]
Have a listen to what Conor Harris has to say about joining us for MensanaFest 2023
Conor Harris, 23, is from Kildare. He is a young footballer and was a popular participant in RTE’s Davy’s Toughest Team. Conor will speak about his battle with mental illness […]