Pathways is a life skills programme for young adults with visual impairment, aged 18-23, who may also have additional support needs. The duration of the programme can be up to five years, depending on a person’s age when they enroll.

Pathways is a HSE funded day service that follows the guidelines of New Directions, and everything we do is informed by the four basic principles of New Directions; person-centeredness, community involvement, active citizenship and high-quality service provision.

Everyone is unique, so each person who attends Pathways follows an individualised schedule designed to help them to achieve the goals and aspirations they have identified.

We are based on the ChildVision campus in Drumcondra in Dublin, and we are open Monday to Friday. In addition to the day service we also have supported living houses in the local community.
People attending Pathways have the opportunity to engage with the following;

Specialist Vision Supports

  • Orientation & Mobility (O&M)
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
  • Assistive Technology (AT)
  • Braille
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Academic & Workplace Skills

  • QQI modules (Level 1-3)
  • ASDAN curriculum (Towards Independence)
  • Employment skills training
  • Training & work experience opportunities in CanDo Enterprises
  • Word processing
  • History
  • Current affairs
  • Languages
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Health & Wellbeing

  • Sports & Fitness
  • Relationships & Sexuality Education (RSE)
  • Mental Health & Wellbeing Skills
  • Advocacy
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Social & Community

  • Community outings
  • Cultural events
  • External education & work placements
  • External classes & activities
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Young girl wearing a blue hoodie playing keyboard and singing in the microphone.
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Our Five On-Campus Social Enterprises:

Horticulture

Supporting our Garden Centre, students plant bulbs, sow seeds, and grow herbs and vegetables — some of which are sold through local retailers. They also craft eco-friendly products like bee bombs, bird feeders, and seed paper.

CanDo Soap & Skincare

Handcrafted soaps, lip balms, creams, and scrubs are made with 100% natural ingredients. Seasonal products are also available.

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Weave Made It – Weaving

Using recycled materials, students create useful and beautiful items like cushions, placemats, and dog beds, giving fabric a second life.

Letterpress Printing

With support from The Learning Tree Creche, our team now produces bespoke cards, tags, and packaging using a traditional Adana Letterpress.

Out of Sight - Confidential Shredding

We provide secure document shredding and issue certificates of destruction. Services include supply of locked bins and competitive rates for businesses and indiv

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