"I fully endorse your integrity and commitment to help society as a whole. I do believe that if elected, your community will benefit."
Louise Bayliss
"We need a representative who is passionate about change. You're that person!"
Sabrina Ferris
"I am glad that a person of such integrity is going forward for public office."
Jim Jackman (Former President of the National Parents Council PP)
"He has inspired many people first hand and nothing ever seems to stop him promoting fairness and equality!"
Shonach Hanaphy
"It is a breath of fresh air to have a man such as yourself represent the forgotten public. With your years of first hand experiences, kindness and your courage to ask the right questions to the right people."
Margaret Kerslake
"you will make a great advocate for the people of Clondalkin."
Maria Mc Grath
"Think you are a great independent voice for the people in Clondalkin."
Ann Reynolds
"Francis is campaigning in the local elections in 2014 He will make a real difference in Clondalkin when the time comes around as He is a real genuine campaigner wanting to help & serve within his community.
good luck in the Local elections."
Geoff & Emma keegan
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About Me

Background

  

Having worked within the Disabilities, Homeless and Probation services for much of my adult life I have twenty nine years experience in dealing with issues that affect families and communities. As a teacher I give advice and knowledge to students looking after elderly people. Real experience in real situations

I am committed to local issues , Previously I was a founder and committee member of Clonburris Youth Club for over 10 years ,a committee member on Clondalkin Community Council and PRO – Peamount Hospital Parents and Friends.

I was the Chairperson of Dublin West MS Ireland (Brendan Kenna) Branch and also oversaw the Fundraising committee for the Branch and was on The Beacon of Light Counselling Centre fundraiser committee.

I am registered as a volunteer collector and supporter for Pieta House, De Paul Trust (St Vincent de Paul) and on the Clondalkin Conference.

I am a Peace Commissioner appointed by Minister for Justice Alan Shatter TD for the County of Dublin and the counties immediately adjoining that county.

Teaching Council registration Number : 189850 – Click here for Teaching Council

FAS/ EI trainer ID number: 903647-7650 FETAC accredited Training Provider: 384901

Care – new ways…new approaches…

Education

BA (hons) degree in Social Care and Disability Diploma in Counselling , Diploma in Health Service Management
Moyle Park College & Clonburris National school

Memberships

MS Ireland – Multiple Sclerosis Ireland
Dublin West MS Ireland, “Brendan Kenna” Branch , The Alzheimer Society of Ireland
Inclusion Ireland – National Association for People with an Intellectual disability
Amnesty International – Irish Section
Get on Board – Mental Health
Social Justice Ireland
The Carers Association

Qualifications:

Degree:

Honours Degree In Social Care supplement

Diplomas:

Diploma in Health Service Management Diploma in Aromatheraphy Diploma in Counselling Diploma in Criminology

Certs:

Childcare Addiction studies cert Advanced Course in Client work skills Community care Practice ‘Community care’ Counselling skills Delivering Outcomes to People Drugs Education course Train The Trainer Managing challenging behaviour Facing upto Suicide Cert Management Cert  First Aid Food Safety