Our Impact
Creating meaningful outcomes
At Cumas, impact takes many forms. It is found in the everyday experiences that matter to individuals, in the opportunities we create, in the quality and breadth of what we deliver, and in the contribution we make to our community.
It might mean learning something new, making a choice, developing a skill, moving towards employment or greater independence. Equally, it can mean maintaining wellbeing, enjoying friendships, expressing creativity, contributing to community life, trying something different or simply having a good day doing something you enjoy.
The Difference We Make.
Our impact also reaches beyond individual outcomes. It is reflected in how we use our resources, develop new opportunities, build partnerships, respond to emerging needs and continually look for better and more creative ways of doing things.
Our values of Self-Determination, Belonging, Creativity, Excellence, Leadership and Ambition are reflected not only in what we deliver, but in our determination to make resources work harder, extend opportunity and continually improve the quality and reach of what we do.
We bring together stories, feedback, outcomes and evidence to understand the difference we are making and to help shape what comes next.
Because there is no single measure of a life well lived..
Training pathways
Service Locations
PROGRAMME Cumas operates from a number of welcoming and accessible locations across New Ross,
School Leavers Ability Programme
PROGRAMME The School Leavers Ability Programme is Cumas’s transition programme for students with disabilities
Individuals Stories
Learner stories show the real impact of support, training and opportunity at Cumas. Each story shares a person’s journey — the skills they are building, the experiences they are taking part in, and the progress they are making towards goals that matter to them.
These stories are also part of our wider Stories & News section, where you can read more about the people, programmes, events and achievements that shape life at Cumas.
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Surveys & Direct Feedback
At Cumas, impact is measured in the everyday progress people make — building confidence, developing skills, making choices, connecting with others and taking part in their community.
Our supports are shaped around each person’s goals, interests and needs. Through person-centred planning, training, creativity, employment supports and community participation, we help people work towards outcomes that are meaningful to them.
Testimonials & Videos
Testimonials and videos help share the voices and experiences of the people connected to Cumas. Here you can hear from the people we support, families, staff, partners and community members about the difference Cumas makes.
Quarterly Magazine
Our quarterly magazine is being developed as a way to share life at Cumas throughout the year. It will bring together stories, updates, achievements, photos, events and reflections from across our services, programmes and social enterprise.
The magazine will help celebrate the people we support, the work of our teams, and the strong community connections that continue to shape Cumas.