Entries by Aneta Kubas

Barka’s Role in Strengthening Polish Communities Abroad

From October 4-6, a convention of Polish community organizations, organized by Forum Polonia, took place in Dublin. Barka for Mutual Help’s representative was also invited to participate and proudly presented its mission and activities at the event. The convention began with a ceremony at Mansion House commemorating the 20th anniversary of Poland’s accession to the […]

Success Story: Gintaras’s Journey Home

Gintaras, a man in his 40s from Lithuania, had been working informally in Northern Ireland for several years. After saving some money, he decided to return home to his family in Lithuania. With this plan in mind, he made his way to Dublin, intending to buy a ticket at the airport. Unfortunately, once he arrived, […]

Success Story: Helping Philip Find His Way Home with Barka’s Support

Philip, a 33-year-old man, is one of many individuals struggling with health challenges, often related to mental health, who find themselves feeling unsupported and without options in the UK. Like others in similar situations, Philip had hoped that relocating to Ireland would provide him with immediate medical support, housing, and social assistance. Many believe that […]

Success Story: Radostin’s Journey Back Home

We were first contacted about Radostin by a social worker from Cloverhill Prison. Radostin, a Bulgarian national, had arrived at the facility in poor mental health after wandering the streets of Dublin for over a month. During his time in prison, he received psychiatric support, and as his condition improved, he expressed a strong desire […]

Success Story: Silvian’s Return to Romania

Silvian arrived in Ireland a year ago in search of work, leaving behind his wife and child in Romania. Unfortunately, he experienced a decline in mental health and was admitted to Mater Hospital, where he received treatment. Once his condition improved, Silvian expressed a strong desire to return to Romania to continue his recovery. At […]

From Homelessness to a Fresh Start: Katarzyna and Bartlomiej’s Journey

Katarzyna and Bartlomiej arrived in Ireland three years ago, from Poland, finding work on farms that provided accommodation. However, three months ago, they lost their jobs and ended up on the streets. They lived in a tent and survived by collecting cans and bottles. Every day, they walked about 10 kilometers searching for recyclables. At […]

Barka’s Visit to The Lighthouse Charity in Dublin

Recently, Barka visited the Lighthouse organization in Dublin. The charity, located at 28 Pearse Street, Dublin 2, is open seven days a week to support those affected by hunger and homelessness. They provide hot, freshly made meals and various other services, including clothing, hygiene supplies, sleeping bags, barbershop services, addiction referrals, and medical assistance. All […]

Community Support in Action: Barka at Little Flower Penny Dinners

Last week, representatives from Barka visited Little Flower Penny Dinners on Meath Street in Dublin 8. Little Flower is an organization with a long-standing tradition of helping those in need by providing hot meals in their dining hall and delivering them to the homes of the sick and elderly (Meals on Wheels). Lunches are available […]

Recent Visits to Organizations Supporting Dublin’s Most Vulnerable Residents

Recently, our foundation’s staff visited two organizations that provide essential assistance to those most in need in Dublin. The Capuchin Day Centre has been serving the poor for over 40 years by providing hot meals (400 breakfasts and 600 dinners Monday – Saturday), distributing food packages and baby products, and offering medical care. Feed Dublin, […]