Members of Garda Siochana, Bishop Michael Router FASN Acting Chairman, Jarlath Burns President of the G.A.A, Jackie McKenna - FASN Project Coordinator, Gwen McKenna FASN Family Support Specialist.
The Family Addiction Support Network (FASN) launched its Strategic Plan for 2025-2029 last week at a function attended by stakeholders, supporters, and community leaders who came together to celebrate FASN’s commitment to supporting families impacted by substance misuse.
The Strategic Plan outlines FASN’s vision for growth, enhanced services, and increased accessibility for families navigating the challenges of addiction. Bishop Michael Router, the Acting Chairperson of FASN, expressed the organisation’s ongoing dedication to creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment for families while emphasising the importance of collaboration, compassion, and perseverance.
Keynote speaker Jarlath Burns, President of the G.A.A., delivered an impactful address, underscoring the critical role community organisations such as FASN play in fostering resilience and hope among families.
The Strategic Plan focuses on five strategic goals:
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These goals aim to address the profound challenges faced by families, including stigma, financial strain, and the emotional toll of addiction.
“This roadmap reflects our unwavering commitment to helping families help themselves” Bishop Router said. “By expanding our services, fostering partnerships, and advocating for change, we aim to create a community where no one feels isolated by the effects of addiction.”
FASN expressed their heartfelt gratitude to all contributors to the Strategic Plan, including its dedicated staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, whose collective efforts continue to make a difference in the lives of countless families.
For more information about the Family Addiction Support Network and its services, please visit www.fasn.ie or contact info.fasn@gmail.com.