about cork arc cancer support house
our mission
Our mission is to provide support to those with a cancer diagnosis and their loved ones, empowering them with compassion and understanding. With a dedicated team of professionals and trained volunteers, we aim to ease the emotional burden, inspire resilience and nurture hope, fostering a strong sense of community and well-being. We invite you to reach out, visit our centres, and experience the care and support that have been at the heart of Cork ARC since 2001.
our history
Cork ARC Cancer Support House was born from a shared vision: to bridge the gap in cancer support services and provide a place of comfort, care, and understanding for those affected by cancer in the Munster region.
In 2001, a dedicated group of individuals formed a Board of Trustees and set out to create what would become Cork ARC Cancer Support House. With the support of the Department of Health, we were granted the use of ‘Cliffdale’ on O’Donovan Rossa Road. A full refurbishment was undertaken, transforming the space into a warm, welcoming sanctuary where people could find solace and support. In 2003, we opened our doors, and from day one, it was clear that Cork ARC was meeting a vital need.
As demand for our services grew, so did our vision. In 2017, after years of searching for a larger space, we purchased Sarsfield House on Sarsfield Road. Following an extensive redevelopment project in 2019, this 8,000 sq. ft. building became our new home—a haven of care, where those affected by cancer can find the support they need in a safe and soothing environment.
CORK ARC CANCER SUPPORT HOUSE,
SARSFIELD ROAD,
WILTON,
CORK T12 EW9A
Tel: 021 427 6688
cork arc bantry – reaching west cork
Recognising the unique challenges faced by those living in rural areas, Cork ARC Bantry was established in 2015 to bring our services closer to the people of West Cork. Before this, many patients and families had to travel long distances to access support. Now, with in-house services available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as remote support running Monday to Friday, we are ensuring that no one in West Cork has to face cancer alone. By bringing cancer support directly to the community, Cork ARC Bantry helps reduce the burden of travel and isolation, ensuring that those in West Cork can access the care they need, when they need it.
Today, both Cork ARC Cancer Support House in Cork City and Cork ARC Bantry offer a confidential and supportive space where people who have had a cancer diagnosis and their families can find comfort, guidance, and professional support. Our dedicated team along with our highly trained volunteers provide a range of free services, tailored to support individuals at every stage of their cancer journey, ensuring that no one has to face cancer alone.
“THE BUNGALOW”,
GOUREEBEG, BANTRY,
CO. CORK, P75 PK25
Tel: 027 538 91 / 083 198 8580
our team
Stephen Teap
CEO
Olivia Grace
Director of Services
Grainne Prendergast
West Cork Community Nurse Manager
Rosalyn Barry
Administration Manager
Gemma O'Sullivan
Compliance Manager
Karen Dolman
Fundraising Officer
Rhona Abbey
Marketing and Business Development Coodinator
Fiona Moriarty
Breast Cancer Nurse Counsellor
Katrina Falvey
Survivorship Development Coordinator
Carmel Falahee
Nurse Coordinator
Avril Coleman
Nurse Coordinator
Maria Morrison
Nurse Coordinator
Tony O'Carroll
Coodinator
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our locations
WILTON, CORK
SARSFIELD ROAD, WILTON, CORK, T12 EW9A
TEL: 021 427 6688
EMAIL: [email protected]
THE BUNGALOW
GOUREEBEG, BANTRY, CO. CORK, P75 PK25
TEL: 027 53891
EMAIL: [email protected]