Togher Historical Association: Fellowship House - Official Reopening

Sunday, April 7, 2019

Fellowship House - Official Reopening - 5th April 2019

Commemoration Placue Fellowship House

On Friday 5th April 2019 the Togher Historical Association were invited to the official reopening of the Fellowship House campus off Doughcloyne Hill in Togher. The culmination of two years of extensive work has resulted in a beautiful facility which caters for addiction recovery and support. Finbarr Cassidy who was instrumental in the planning and evolution of the project and who also gave sterling support to the organisation since its foundation in 1989 sadly passed away recently. He was mentioned by all present for his outstanding contribution in this field.

Finbarr Cassidy R.I.P.

Manager Fellowship House

To mark the 30th Anniversary since its founding , the staff and invited guests performed a tree planting ceremony in the grounds near the replica Phillipine House , the original which regretfully had to be demolished due to age and decay. John Dennehy of Westside Estate was at hand to partake in the event with Eamonn Pearse videoing the whole affair which is available below.

Management & Dignatories pose with placue

Newly rebuilt Fellowship House Togher

Beautifully planted grounds inside former orchard

Staff & Management prepare for tree planting ceremony

Tree Planting Ceremony Fellowship House Togher

Simon Coveney gave the opening address inside the new build in which he spoke about various social issues which impacted on those suffering from addiction issues. Ciaran O'Driscoll , staff member , videod the entire speech , which is available for viewing below.