Farmer Health Check Day Fermoy

 

Supporting Farmer Health and Wellbeing: Farmer Health Check Day Comes to Fermoy

Farmers play a vital role in our communities, and looking after their own health and wellbeing is just as important as caring for their farms. To support the health needs of farmers and rural communities, Avondhu Blackwater Partnership CLG, in partnership with the Rural Community Health Project and a wide range of support organisations, is hosting a dedicated Farmer Health Check Day.

The event takes place at:

Cork Marts, Corrin Event Centre, Fermoy, Co. Cork
Tuesday, 9 June
From 11:00am

This free event offers farmers and members of the wider rural community the opportunity to access valuable health information, practical supports, and advice in one welcoming location.

A Day Focused on Your Health

A wide range of health checks, services, and information stands will be available throughout the day, including:

• Cardiac health screening, including cholesterol and glucose testing through the Irish Heart Foundation mobile unit

• Cancer prevention information and support

• Smoking cessation advice and support

• Hearing information and supports

• Mental health and farm support services

• Financial wellbeing guidance

• Farm succession advice

The event is designed to make it easier for farmers to access important supports while connecting with organisations that understand the unique challenges of rural life.

Guest Speakers and Information Sessions

Visitors can also attend a series of short guest talks taking place from 1:00pm – 2:00pm in the Sheep Ring.

Speakers and contributors include representatives from:

• Rural Community Health Project

• Succession Ireland

• Embrace Farm

• Cancer Care Services

• Community Dietetics

• Alone

• MABS

• Citizens Advice

These sessions will provide practical advice and information on topics that matter to farming families and rural communities.

Meet Local Support Organisations

A wide range of organisations will be available throughout the day with information stands offering advice and guidance.

Health-focused supports include cardiac care, health promotion, community dietetics, cancer care, smoking cessation, physiotherapy and occupational therapy information, sexual health advice, and hearing supports.

Visitors can also connect with organisations supporting rural wellbeing, including financial advice services, addiction supports, advocacy groups, mental health organisations, and community services.

A Welcoming Community Event

With free refreshments provided and opportunities to meet local support providers, the Farmer Health Check Day is a chance to take time for yourself, ask questions, and discover the supports available in your area.

Whether you are looking for a health check, practical advice, or simply want to learn more about available services, everyone is welcome.

For more information, contact:
lorna@avondhublackwater.com

Take a little time for your health — because strong farms begin with healthy communities.