Rehab Bursaries
2024 Rehab Bursary Funding
Now Open for Applications
The Western Region Drug & The Western Region Drug & Alcohol Task Force invites applications for 2024 Rehab Bursary funding under the following strands:
- Strand 1: Rehabilitation Bursary
- Strand 2: Education Bursary
- Strand 3: Rehabilitation Innovation Fund
All strands are aimed at supporting people in recovery from drugs & alcohol who reside in the Western Region (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon).
Strand 1 & 2 are specifically for those in recovery from drugs & alcohol and Strand 3 is open to groups and organisations who wish to develop initiatives aimed at supporting individuals in recovery.
To apply for funding under any of the strands above please complete the relevant application form and submit the completed form along with any associated information to:
Orla Walshe: email bursary@wrdatf.ie
Closing dates for 2024: March 11th, June 14th and September 30th
2024 Application Forms
See bursary terms and conditions below.
Rehab Bursary Terms and Conditions:
Who can apply?
Individuals residing in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon who are in recovery from drug/alcohol use and who wish to pursue activities to support their recovery.
What can I apply for?
Applications are open for a range of activities that will help support an individual’s recovery including but not limited to: alternative therapies, group membership/classes, gym membership etc.
How much is an applicant likely to received?
Funding is available for applications up to €500 and are paid directly to service providers. As a contribution towards the cost of fee applicants must contribute 20% of the overall fee.
How to apply?
Application forms must be competed and these are available on www.wrdatf.ie Completed application forms along with supporting documentation should be emailed to: bursary@wrdatf.ie
Who decides on the application?
The WRDATF Bursary Committee will review all applications and award funding. In some instances, a short interview may be required or further information sought. Further details: Applicants must be resident in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon
- Applicants will only be accepted from those who are in recovery from drugs/alcohol and who wish to support their recovery. Application form must demonstrate how the bursary will support recovery for the applicant.
- Official application form must be used to apply for funding
- Application for fees that have already been paid will not be considered.
- Only one application per applicant per annum will be accepted.
- Maximum number of successful applications: 3 in total
- Applications may be means tested.
- Letter/note from a Support Worker on how bursary will benefit the applicant is now required and has been added to the application form.
- Applications will be reviewed by the committee 3 times in 2024.
Please submit applications on or before
March 11th, June 14th and September 30th
Bursary Payments:
Once an application has been approved and the refer informed, the applicant then pays the 20% payment directly to the service provider. When this is complete the refer will inform the WRDATF. The WRDATF will require an invoice for the remaining 80% and a P.O. number will be given and must be added to the invoice for accounting purposes.
Education Bursary Terms and Conditions:
Who can apply?
Individuals residing in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon who are in recovery from drug/alcohol use and who wish to pursue further education and training.
What courses I apply for?
Level QQ5 and upwards delivered by a recognised education/training provider.
How much is an applicant likely to received?
Funding is available from €250 to €1500 and will be paid directly to course providers, as a contribution to towards the cost of course fees. Applicants must contribute 20% of the overall course fee.
How to apply?
Application forms must be competed and these are available on www.wrdatf.ie Completed application forms along with supporting documentation (including course offer and course information) should be emailed to: bursary@wrdatf.ie
Who decides on my application?
The WRDATF Bursary Committee will review all applications and award funding. In some instances, a short interview may be required or further information sought.
Further details:
- Applicants must be resident in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon
- Applicants will only be accepted from those who are in recovery from drugs/alcohol and who wish to support their recovery.
- Application form must demonstrate how the bursary will support recovery for the applicant.
- Official application form must be used to apply for funding
- Only one application per applicant per annum will be accepted.
- Supporting documents must be included as follows:
- A Support letter from a Support Worker/Counsellor/Referee etc. Applications for course fees that have already been paid will not be considered.
- Applications for additional costs for books, travel, IT etc. will not be considered.
- Applications may be means tested.
Applications will be reviewed by the committee 3 times in 2024.
Please submit applications on or before March 11th, June 14th and September 30th
Bursary Payments:
Once an application has been approved and the refer informed, the applicant then pays the 20% payment (or agreed payment) directly to the course provider. When this is complete the refer will inform the WRDATF. The WRDATF will require an invoice for the remaining 80% and a P.O. number will be given and must be added to the invoice for accounting purposes.
Bursary queries to
bursary@wrdatf.ie