Disability Support

Individual disability support in Tallaght for daily living, independence, skill development and meaningful community participation.

Disability support built around the individual

Solas supports adults with disabilities to manage daily life, strengthen skills and pursue goals that matter to them. Services are shaped by the person’s preferences, communication and existing professional guidance.

Everyday assistance with a clear purpose

Support may focus on one immediate need or several connected areas. The aim is not to take over tasks a person can do. It is to provide the right level of help so they can make choices, build confidence and participate more fully.

Areas of support

Daily Living

Assistance with routines, planning, personal organisation, meal preparation and other agreed activities.

Independent Living Skills

Step-by-step support with practical abilities such as shopping, using local services, managing appointments and developing a workable weekly routine.

Personal Goals

Help turning a chosen objective into realistic actions, with progress reviewed in a way the person understands.

Communication and Choice

Time and suitable methods for the individual to express preferences, ask questions and influence how assistance is delivered.

Non-Clinical Behaviour Support

Consistent, respectful help with routines, communication and agreed strategies. Solas does not provide clinical behavioural assessment or therapy unless appropriately qualified services are separately established.

Community Participation

Assistance accessing social, recreational, educational or volunteering opportunities that match the person’s interests.

Person-centred planning

The support plan should make sense to the person receiving the service. It identifies priorities, preferred approaches, known risks, responsibilities and signs that the arrangement is helping.

Where appropriate and agreed, families, representatives and relevant professionals can contribute information. Their involvement should support the person’s voice rather than replace it.

Guided by inclusion and rights

Our approach draws from the HSE New Directions focus on individualised outcomes, independence and active community life. It also recognises dignity, privacy, consent, reasonable choice and freedom from unnecessary restriction.

This service is independent of the HSE unless a specific formal arrangement is confirmed.

Frequently asked questions

Is the service available to children?

The current website is written for adults. Enquiries involving anyone under 18 require separate confirmation of service scope, safeguarding arrangements and staff suitability.

Can support take place outside the home?

Yes, when community activity is part of the agreed plan and the location, transport and risks have been considered.

Do you provide clinical behaviour therapy?

No. The listed behaviour support is non-clinical and follows agreed practical strategies. Clinical assessment must come from an appropriately qualified professional.

Can a professional make a referral?

Yes. A social worker, GP or other professional may contact Solas with the individual’s consent and the information necessary to consider the request.

Build support around what matters

Describe the person’s current routine, strengths, challenges and preferred goals. Solas will consider whether the requested assistance can be provided safely and consistently.