Email: mensshed@watergrasshill.com
There over 450 Sheds throughout Ireland.
Why a Shed?
Men have particular needs and ways of doing things. They like to be productive and to contribute to those around them but they still like to talk and often, to be doing something at the same time. The Shed is a space for talk and fun. Practical skills and knowledge can be exchanged. Something useful can be going on that will contribute to a local community need, while the participants of the Shed experience an improvement in their own wellbeing by keeping physically, mentally and socially active. There are benefits all round.
Who is the Shed for?
Men’s Sheds are open to all men regardless of age, background or ability. It is a place where you can share your skills and knowledge with others, learn new skills and develop new friendships. New members are always welcome and can be assured that there is something of interest for everyone, as the men have ownership of the projects and decide their own programme of events.
Why is this important?
Men in Ireland are more likely to be unemployed and isolated than women; they have poorer health outcomes and are more likely to die from suicide and other preventable causes. They are less likely to talk about their problems or seek help and yet most services are not male friendly. Most men have learned from our culture that they don’t talk about feelings and emotions. There has been little encouragement for men to take an interest in their own health and wellbeing.
Because men don’t often make a fuss about their problems, these problems have consistently been either ignored or swept under the mat by both our health system and our modern society. It’s time for a change and the Men’s Shed movement is a powerful tool in helping men to once again become valued and valuable members of our community.
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