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Testimonials

We are frequently contacted by families we have helped, as well as by organisations and charities who have referred families to us, to express their thanks for the service we have been able to provide.

Below are just some of the wonderful messages that we have received!

“You provide such a valuable service.”
Medical Social Worker
Maternity Hospital
Thank you. I will be recommending such an amazing organisation to my work colleagues."
Social Worker
Kilkenny
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“Thanks as always. We really appreciate all you do for our patients.”
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Medical Social Worker
Maternity Hospital
“I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the invaluable support you have provided to families in our service. The items you have supplied have made such a difference to those in need, and we are incredibly grateful for the support."
Key Worker
Dublin
“She is very grateful and I explained that in life we all have times when we need a helping hand, and that is why Community Connect is there to help people when they need it.”
Medical Social Worker
Dublin Maternity Hospital
“Our service deals with the most vulnerable and marginalised. To be able to access support from Community Connect has allowed us to source timely, valuable and extremely important support for those households who would otherwise have really struggled. It is a fantastic, empathetic and extremely useful service and we and our clients really appreciate it! Thanks a million to all concerned who are absolutely lovely to deal with!”
Advocacy Officer
CrossCare
“I am so delighted to receive the baby clothes, buggy, moses basket and all. Thanks to Community Connect for putting a smile on my face and for making me look forward to having my baby. I really appreciate your help.”
Pregnant Mother
Dublin
“It means so much to know that people like you are willing to share and support others in times of need. Your generosity has made a real difference in our lives, and we will always remember your 
kindness.”
Mother
Kilkenny
"I am so grateful for the items you brought. Words cannot express my feelings. You have given me hope to carry this baby with confidence."
Pregnant Mother
“You do such great work, at a time when it's so desperately needed, due to the cost of everything now. We were delighted to be able to pass on all of it to help out any families, at such a special time in their lives. Knowing someone will use it again gives us great joy. Thanking you for taking it all! ”
Donor
Midlands
"I am writing to express our sincere thanks to you and all the team at Community Connect for your incredible generosity and on going support. The hospital bags and baby supplies you’ve kindly provided have had a truly meaningful impact on the lives of families living in the Centre. Many of our residents face the challenges of pregnancy and early motherhood while navigating incredibly difficult personal circumstances, often without close family or financial support. Your thoughtful donations packed with essentials like nappies, wipes, baby clothes, and toiletries offer not just practical assistance, but a powerful message of care and solidarity. These items help new and expectant mothers to feel more prepared, supported, and valued at a time when they often feel vulnerable and overwhelmed. The feedback from the women has been overwhelmingly positive they are deeply touched by the kindness of strangers who took the time to think of them and their babies. Your ongoing support reminds us that community can stretch beyond physical boundaries, and that compassion can have a far-reaching effect. Thank you for continuing to make a difference not only with what you give, but in the way you give it: with dignity, warmth, and understanding. We are truly grateful to be connected with Community Connect, and we look forward to continuing this vital relationship in the future."
Support Worker
Kilkenny
"Just wanted to let you know this patient got in touch to say she was in tears with gratitude over the items you gave her! She really really appreciates them so just wanted to give you that feedback & say thanks a million again!"
Medical Social Worker
Maternity Hospital
"Thank you so much for the buggy and also the amazing extras that were included with it. We can provide the emotional support but being able to give some practical donations really makes the vulnerable women we deal with so happy."
Support Worker
Anew Support Services
“We would like to express our immense gratitude for blessing us with such wonderful donations. Every item we received was chosen and cared for with so much love that it truly moved us. When we opened the bags and saw the pram, the Moses basket, and the Next to Me, all in excellent condition and well looked after, I couldn’t hold back my tears of joy. It was such a special moment for us, and knowing that everything came from such generous and thoughtful people made it even more meaningful. My husband and I are truly grateful. We could feel the love and dedication of each volunteer in every piece of clothing and every item donated. May God greatly bless each one of you, who welcomed us with such kindness. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much!”
Mother
Cork
"Just to say' Thank You' for all you gave to my triplet boys today. I so much appreciate, God bless you."
Mother
Direct Provision
“I'll never forget the help you gave me. You guys were there for me when I had no-one.”
Pregnant Mother
"It's good to know I am not 100% by myself."
Pregnant Mother
"Thank you so much for helping me. Your guys so kind, warm and respectful. I'm so grateful "
Mother
Kilkenny
“I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation for your generous support and the baby essentials you kindly provided for my child. Your help came at a time when I truly needed it, and it made a significant difference in easing the burden on me. Your kindness reminded me that I am not alone — that there are compassionate people like you who are willing to extend a helping hand. Thank you for your generosity and for the wonderful work you do."
Pregnant Mother
Dublin