Wexford Local Development works with individuals, communities, businesses and other agencies to promote social inclusion and sustainable rural development in Co. Wexford.
Supports and Services for Individuals and Householders:
Local Employment Service – mediation, guidance and support for those who are long-term unemployed and seeking to return to work or further education and training
Cornmarket Project – counseling, training and rehabilitation for people dealing with problems of anti-social and criminal behaviour and concurrent substance abuse
Rural Transport Programme – transport service for those living in rural areas of County Wexford Local Development
Community Car Scheme – transport for older people to assist them to attend hospital appointments
WARM Project – home insulation service for older people living in privately-owned homes
Training Programme - countywide training for job seekers and communities in County Wexford.
Education Programme - pre-school, primary, post-primary and adult education initiatives and education interventions for pupils, parents and education providers
Age Equality Programme – providing social, recreational and educational opportunities for older people
Meitheal Programme - mentoring for students in secondary schools in County Wexford. In this programme a team of senior students are trained to become mentors for incoming first year secondary students
Tus Programme – provides information, guidance and support to help smallholder farmers to maximise their income and opportunities
Rural Social Scheme.......supports for farmers and fishermen
Supports and Services for Communities:
Local and Community Development Programme......working with communities
National Rural Development Programme.......funding for rural communities
Age Equality Programme .....working with older people
RAPID Community Participation Programme
Supports and Services for Businesses