Growing local supports

In March 2022, Prosper Fingal celebrated the opening of the Obelisk day service in Skerries and Ballustree Lodge, a residential community home in Rush.

What this story tells you

The two developments increased local day and residential supports for adults with an intellectual disability.

The Obelisk day service

The Obelisk is a purpose-built, universally designed centre in the heart of Skerries. Its town-centre location supports participation in everyday community life.

The development was supported by the HSE and by people and organisations in the local community.

Ballustree Lodge

Ballustree Lodge is a residential community house in Rush. It provides a permanent home for five adults and operates in line with residential standards.

The home was developed through collaboration between Prosper Fingal, the HSE and Fingal County Council.

People gathered for a Prosper Fingal community facility opening
A community celebration at the opening of a Prosper Fingal facility.