Thursday 5th November
Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD visited the new premises of DROP Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Outreach Project) in Dún Laoghaire, marking an important milestone in the organisation's continued development and commitment to supporting people affected by substance use.
Since its establishment in 1998, DROP has provided vital support to individuals, families and communities across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and beyond. As demand for its services has grown and retention rates have increased, the organisation has outgrown its previous home on Upper Georges Street, which was no longer suitable for the delivery of its expanding range of rehabilitation and recovery programmes.
The move to a new, purpose-fit premises will provide a more welcoming, accessible and sustainable environment for service users and staff. The enhanced facilities will support DROP's work in delivering rehabilitation programmes, peer support, individual casework, and pathways to education, training and employment for people in recovery.
During her visit, Minister Carroll MacNeill met with staff, volunteers and service users and acknowledged the significant contribution DROP has made to the community over almost three decades. She welcomed the investment in the new premises, highlighting the importance of providing high-quality environments that enable recovery, wellbeing and long-term positive outcomes.