Family Carers Ireland Invites Limerick Community to Step Up for Family Carers
Family Carers Ireland is calling on the Limerick community to take part in its Step Up for Family Carers national challenge at Mungret Park on Sunday, 26 April 2026, raising vital funds and awareness for the more than 500,000 family carers across Ireland who provide unpaid care to loved ones.
The event, which invites participants to walk, jog, or run 5km, is part of a nationwide community challenge designed to shine a light on the often-invisible work of family carers and the support they need.
Background
Family Carers Ireland is a national charity dedicated to supporting family carers — people who provide unpaid care to a family member or friend with a disability, illness, or age-related condition. The organisation estimates that there are over 500,000 family carers in Ireland, many of whom provide care around the clock without adequate recognition or support.
The Step Up for Family Carers challenge is one of the charity's key fundraising events, bringing communities together to raise both funds and awareness for the vital work that carers do.
Key Developments
The Limerick event, taking place at Mungret Park on Sunday morning, has been championed by local family carer Danielle Londra, who highlighted the often-unseen nature of caring. Londra noted that many carers continue providing care without considering their own support needs or the assistance that is available to them.
Family Carers Ireland provides a range of services to support carers, including a National Freephone Careline (1800 240724), support groups, information on rights and entitlements, home care, respite, and educational opportunities. The charity's Limerick office is located at George's Quay House.
Why It Matters
Family carers make an enormous contribution to Irish society, providing care that would otherwise fall to the state at enormous cost. Yet many carers feel isolated, unsupported, and unrecognised for the work they do. Events like Step Up for Family Carers play an important role in building community solidarity around carers and raising the funds needed to provide them with practical support.
For participants, the event is also an opportunity to connect with others who understand the challenges of caring and to celebrate the strength and resilience of the caring community.
What's Next
Registration for the Limerick event and other Step Up for Family Carers events across Ireland is available through the Family Carers Ireland website. The charity encourages everyone in the Limerick community to get involved, whether as a participant, a volunteer, or a supporter. Read more at Limerick Post.
