For many people, the word recovery is still associated with something private – something that happens behind closed doors, or only after a person has reached a point of crisis. We are trying to change that conversation.
The message from RIFE Fingal is that recovery should be visible, celebrated and supported by the whole community. Whether someone is recovering from addiction, trauma, mental health difficulties or simply rebuilding their life after a difficult period, they should be able to feel that they belong within their community rather than outside of it. With a sense of true belonging, there can be lasting wellness for individuals, families and communities.
This September, RIFE Fingal is promoting that message into the heart of Fingal through two community events:
Rivervalley Recovery parkrun – Saturday, 5 September 2026
A morning centred on movement, connection, wellness and recovery, bringing people together to walk/run at Rivervalley in a positive and welcoming community setting.
RIFE Fingal Holistic Family Festival – Sunday, 27 September 2026
A larger celebration of recovery, wellbeing, family and community, with the aim of creating a space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together and experience what a recovery-supportive community can look and feel like.
These are not simply events that we want people to attend. They are part of something bigger that we are trying to build.
We want Fingal to become a place where recovery is spoken about openly, where people seeking a better life are encouraged rather than judged, and where families and communities can participate in recovery alongside individuals. Together we can make recovery possible for everyone.
That is why local media is important to us.
A photograph, a short article, an interview, an events listing or a journalist simply coming along and experiencing the atmosphere can help carry this message far beyond the people we are already reaching.
We would therefore be delighted if you would consider covering either – or hopefully both – of our September events.
I would also be very happy to speak with you personally about RIFE Fingal, why this work matters to us, what we have experienced within the community so far, and where we hope this movement can go in the future.
We are learning, building relationships and bringing people together. But there is real energy behind what is happening, and I believe there is a genuinely positive local story developing here.
Our message for the people of Fingal is:
Recovery is for everyone – and community can be part of the recovery journey.
