Welcome to foundation 4 life

The programme is open to anyone between the ages of 18-25 living in Co. Mayo and not currently in education, training or employment. The programme provides 1-1 person centered coaching and significant social supports, including contributions to childcare and travel and the provision of nutritious meals. Foundation 4 Life aims to genuinely support young people and help them realise their full potential
PROGRAMME CONTENT

JOB SKILLS
- Customer Services
- HAACP Training
- Manual Handling
- CV and Interview Preparation
- One-week Work Placement
- Customer Service Training
- Manual Handling
- HACCP Food Hygiene
- Online Skills Development
- 1-1 Career Guidance
- A Personal Psychometric Report

LIFE SKILLS
- Cooking Skills
- Driving Theory Test and Provisional Licence (You will recieve €250 worth of driving lessons, if 80% attendance is achieved.)
- First Aid Response Course
- Sleep Hygiene
- Sexual Health Awareness
- Drug Awareness
- Rights and Entitlements
- Self-Care Strategies
- Exercise Tips

INTER-PERSONAL
- Identifying Leadership Qualities
- Enhanced Communication Skills
- Improved Ability to Work As Part of a Team
- Improved Coping Skills
- Clear Progression Plan For Your Next Steps in Life
- Improved Wellbeing Strategies
- Enhanced Self-Awareness
- Problem-Solving Skills
This is complemented by team-building activities and one-to-one mentoring. As an enticement to join and remain on the programme (with a minimum of 80% attendance), participants are allocated €250 towards driving lessons upon successful completion of their driving theory test.
KEY OBJECTIVES
- Providing a space where young people feel safe, valued, and respected and where their growth and development is promoted
- Creating a preventive and rehabilitative space for young people who are at increased risk of alcohol or substance misuse or who are in recovery
- Supporting young people to progress and grow at their own pace, with diverse pathways and outcomes
- Facilitating strong attendance and ongoing engagement of young people in the programme
- Achieving skills development and job readiness
- Ensuring continued commitment to the programme from stakeholders in order to support the programme’s development and sustainability
- Developing a model for consistent application in other areas
CORE VALUES
