Appendix 1
High Level Goal 1 – Health and Well Being
Submission source
Summary of Issue Raised relevant to this High-Level Goal
1.2.3 Cork Access Group
We would like a space to collaborate with Gardaí regarding safety issues for people with disabilities.
1.2.4 Cork City PPN
This submission calls for the following actions relevant to High Level Goal 1 1. A commitment to eradicating child poverty.
2. Support access to assessment of need services for young children. 3. Support early intervention programmes with young children . 4. The council should ensure that mental health services are easily accessible . 5. Establish health and wellness as a priority in urban planning so that public spaces are designed and maintained to encourage physical activity and interaction. 6. Increase accessibility to sports facilities and playgrounds across the city. 7. Ensure that every community has access to a local, well-resourced, and free-to access community centre. 8. City council should collaborate with community groups to provide free exercise classes within communities. 9. Offer comprehensive mental health training for local employers, public sector staff and community leaders. 10. Evaluate the impact of insurance costs on community activities. 11. Foster partnerships between the council, healthcare providers, and community groups. 12. Facilitate programs for healthy eating in partnership with local markets and businesses. 13. Encourage schools to participate in health and wellness programs. 14. Practically and financially support establishing support groups for individuals dealing with various health issues or Disabled people/People with a disability.
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