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Updated 05 April 2013

Mega Discount Depot

Mega Discount Depot stock a wide range of Furniture, Household Goods, Electrical Products and much more, all at great prices. New stock is added a few times a week. Previously on the Tuam Road, Galway. megadiscountdepot@gmail.com and on www.facebook.com

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“Setting up a new business is a difficult period for any employer. However we found that EmployAbility Galway were invaluable in helping us recruit the right person for the job when we were looking for staff in the beginning. I was surprised by the level of business support they were able to provide, and their capability to provide training on the job was excellent considering the different roles people were hired for. We were so impressed we recommended them to another employer who has since hired through their service, and is equally impressed with the outcome.”

Pat McNamara

Owner

McGreals Mace Foodstore

McGreals Mace Foodstore prides itself on providing a personal touch in its convenience store based within the Ballybrit Community. McGreals have recently opened their new bakery providing fresh bread and pastries baked in house every morning. McGreals, Ballybrit, Galway, 091 753088

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“We have worked with EmployAbility Galway for a number of years. What we find particularly useful is the practical hands on support they have given to integrate people into our workplace. I always know they are just a phone call away if we have any queries. The individual we have employed through them is an excellent team member, that contributes to the success of our shop and helps us deliver the personable level of customer service we require for a local family run business. I would be delighted to recommend the EmployAbility service to other employers.”

Beatrice McGreal

Owner

Ard Rí House Hotel is situated on the Milltown Road, just outside Tuam, a town steeped in ancient Irish and ecclesiastical history. Hugh O’Connor, High King of Ireland built his castle at Tuam in 1049 and today the High King’s tradition of a warm welcome and famous Irish hospitality is still very much alive and well in the town. This is most evident in the Ard Rí House Hotel, where you can be assured of “Céad Míle Fáilte” or “A hundred, thousand welcomes” on arrival, and the best in comfort and service throughout your stay. www.theardrihousehotel.com

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"We first met Employability over 5 years ago when the Hotel was being built. We were delighted they approached us as we had considered hiring a person with a disability, provided they had the right skills for the job. Since working with Employability we have employed a valuable and excellent member of staff. Overall a very positive experience for us and our new employee."

Tom McHugh

Owner Árd Rí Hotel

Kinlay Hostel provide quality budget accommodation in Ireland. All daily bus tours and Aran Islands shuttle depart from right outside the hostel, making it a perfect base to explore all of Galway city’s famous attractions. Tours can be arranged in house from the hostel to world famous locations such as Connemara, Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. www.kinlaygalway.ie

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“We approached EmployAbility as we had a need for an employee and made the decision to employ a person with a disability. We had concerns about the time involved, and if the person would require extra training and supervison. However, the person we employed is hard working, friendly, and goes about all his tasks with meticulous detail, which is what we look for in all our employees. There is no extra supervision required as his work is always 100% perfect and I don’t have to check it. We got extra support from EmployAbility during the induction and training phase, and while the help is still available if we need it, there is no need for it now. We would recommend EmployAbility, as it worked out better for us then we would have hoped”.

Frank O'Connell
General Manager

Is eagraíocht oideachais agus oiliúna pobail é Muintearas. Tá ceanncheathrú na heagraíochta lonnaithe i dTír an Fhia, Leitir Móir, Co na Gaillimhe; agus tá fo-oifigí againn i nGaeltachtaí Dhún na nGall, Mhaigh Eo agus Chiarraí.

www.muintearas.com

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"Go h-iondúil le earrcaíocht caithfidh an fostóir cinneadh a dhéanamh faoi an duine atá siad gabháil a fhostú gan móran eolas, ach le EmployAbility bhí comharaí againn roimh ré faoin post, agus an duine. Bhí eolas againn faoin obair a rinne an duine roimh seo, a gcuid oideachas, agus a gcuid scíleanna. Bhí tacaíócht againn i rith an procéis agus le traenáil, agus is feidir liom a rá go núsaideach muid EmployAbilty Galway aríst mar tá triúr eile fostaí againn. Mholainn EmployAbility go mór mar is coincheap éifeachtach, proifisiúnach, éifeachtúil i dtéarmaí earrcaíocht é EmployAbility Galway".

Seán Ó Coisdealbha
CEO / Príomhoifigeach

Care Cure is a European leader in bringing acupuncture and chinese medicine into mainstream healthcare market, it is administered by senior Chinese consultants and academics, many of whom are leading specialists in their field.

http://www.care-cure.ie

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“As our business continued to grow, it became clear that we had a requirment for a professional person with particular qualifications and experience that we did not have internally at the time. I heard about EmployAbility Galway from a client who had employed through the service and was very happy. After discussing our requirments with them, they came back to me with a number of CV’s. We were surprised and happy to find that one of the candidates had the exact profile that we were looking for. Following a short spell of work experience, we have employed the person. Our new employee is bringing a new set of skills to our company, and is adding real value. Throughout the process we received guidance, support, and help with training from EmployAblity, and this is still ongoing. We would recommend the service to other Employers”.

Ling Zhang, Managing Director, Care and Cure

Maveric Contractors Ltd., is a technology driven civil engineering services company. Based in Galway Ireland, with offices in London, we deliver projects throughout Europe and specialise in heavy civil engineering and infrastructure surveys. www.mavericcontractors.com

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"When we hired our new employee from EmployAbility Galway our main concern was the equipment needed to assist the individual do their job. However, they sourced the proper assistive technology through the Workplace Equipment Adaptation Grant, at no cost to us, or our new staff member. The equipment was suitable and enabled the person to fully complete all of their work tasks. The Job Coach also had a Safe Pass which was great as we had no Health and Safety worries about them coming to provide on site support. I would highly recommend EmployAbility Galway to other employers".

Maurice McNamara
Maveric Contractors

Horkans Lifestyle & Garden Centre have been awarded the national Bord Bia 5 Star Award in 2010,2009 and 2008. Horkans have achieved the highest An Bord Bia National 5 Star Award to recognise the Highest Standards of Quality Run Garden Centres. www.gardencentre.ie

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"We worked with Employability Galway by providing a placement for one of their clients and have found it an extremely rewarding experience. There was plenty of support on offer but was rarely needed as the client grew into the role and became one of the team in a short space of time. It was great to watch him become more confident in the role and more at ease with himself and all the staff as time went on. I would recommend any company interested in the scheme to get involved as it is truly rewarding and I thank Employability Galway for the opportunity to participate."

Tom Horkan.

"We Solve is an Irish company founded in January 2011 who develop and manufacture a range of unique products as well as providing contract Engineering services to other companies including JFC". www.wesolve.ie

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"We have been employing a person from Employability for the last 9 months. It was not something we had actively considered or indeed were aware of until we were approached by Employability. Our experience with the placedindividual, the job coach and Employability has been very positive and any issues which arise (although very few) are dealt with efficiently and effectively. All round it has been a very positive experience and I would not hesitate to recommend the service to other companies.

Mike Gallagher
Director

PC World Galway based in Wellpark, Galway are low prices retailers for Netbooks, TV,s, Laptops, Computers, MP3 players and lots more www.pcworld.ie

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At PC World Galway we were approached in 2008 by EmployAbility Service Galway and since then have employed 2 people with disabilities from the service. We have always found the service to be professional, and the job coach support is excellent. Watching the new staff member grow and develop so much confidence because of their new job has been rewarding for all the team at PC World. We would highly recommend EmployAbility Service Galway and the recruitment of people with disabilities through the service to other employers

Manger
PC World

"JFC is a global organisaton, which is renowned worldwide for it's innovative, quality plastic products, investment in people, R&D, leading edge technology and an unerring commitment to quality". www.jfc.ie

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"JFC have used EmployAbility for more than 3 years. The Company had not considered employing someone with a disability until approached by EmployAbility. The support given to the Company and the employee by the job coach has made this a lasting relationship, ensuring any issues which have arisen have been dealt with by the Company, the employee and the job coach together. It has been a positive experience for JFC and we would recommend other companies to explore this opportunity."

Your local independently owned Londis store offers convenience, quality and value all at the heart of your community. 100% Irish owned, we pride ourselves on our emphasis on friendly customer service, quality produce and excellent value. Our aim is to create an enjoyable, rewarding shopping experience for all of our valued customers.

The ethos behind every Londis store throughout Ireland is that of being 'close to you'. www.londis.ie

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I have been working with the Galway employ ability services since November 2008 and I have to say I find the whole experience very rewarding. Their attention to detail in placing the right person in the right company is impeccable and the support following the placement is second to none. Nothing does you better than to see an employee flourish in the proper environment, and to see that same employee eager to work with you. It was also rewarding to see the chance in my other employees when we got involved in the process. Many of my Staff are in the 19 to 22 year old bracket and would have had very little experience of working with people with disabilities and I have to say it has made them more caring and tolerant over their peers. A true life experience.... I would have no reservations in recommending any business, no matter what type of business it is, to get involved with Employ Ability Service Galway and do your part!!

Mike Kerrigan,
Owner,
Londis, Kilcolgan, Co. Galway.

"Solaris Tea specialises in the blending of Internationally Award-winning Speciality Teas. Run by Master Tea Blender Joerg Mueller, the company has grown from strenght to strenght in producing unique and healthy high quality Teas. Solaris is now available in Ireland, UK, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Romania, Switzerland & Finnland. It stives to offer a unique taste experience, coupled with environmentally sustainable practice and a "we care" attitude for its employees". www.solaristea.com

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"Employability Galway has been a real support to us for the last 3 years. Employability has given fantastic support for both the employer and the emplyoyee with a "real" understanding of the needs for everyone involved. Employability was very quick in addressing and understanding whenever a problem was encountered and helped to resolve this in a very effective and satisfactory way. I can wholeheartedly recommend Employability Galway to companies interested in this very unique opportunity".

Joerg Mueller, Solaris Tea

Anecto's ISO17025 http://www.inab.ie/directoryofaccreditedbodies/laboratoryaccreditationtesting/175T.pdf accredited test facility provides world class support to product developers, designers and manufacturers. The state of the art laboratory is supported by technologists and engineers who also design and manufacture specialist products and support customer's warranty programmes. This unique blend of services enables our technologists to stay at the forefront of change and provide highly regarded consultative service to our customers who are spread across the Automotive, Electronic, Engineering, Food & Beverage and Life-Science sectors worldwide

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"When we were approached by Employability Services in Galway, I was apprehensive at first but they took great care explaining things to me, giving me useful examples, and provided follow up information for me that I could practically apply, before making a decision on hiring. They were very thoughtful and insightful about the challenges ahead and gave excellent advice. I also really appreciated the fact that they were willing to spend extra time with me, and never made the experience feel like being pressurised into making a hasty decision. They continue to be available to answer questions or provide additional information. In all, they were very professional in the delivery of their services and are someone I would recommend to anyone looking for personnel to hire. I definitely plan to use their services in the future if the opportunity arises." www.anecto.com

Stephen Moran
Operations Manager
Anecto Ltd

Our medical technologies help make it possible for millions of people to resume everyday activities, return to work, and live better, longer. We're able to do this with the help of some very special people around the world: 38,000 dedicated employees who share a passionate purpose to improve lives, thousands of medical professionals who share their insights and ideas, and hundreds of advocacy associations that help us share information so people with debilitating diseases know relief is possible. www.medtronic.com

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“For the supported employees themselves they have been welcomed into this group with open arms. They have developed long lasting friendships that exist outside the workplace. They have been able to reach their potential and know what it is to lead a successful career at Medtronic. They have a sense of belonging & involvement in their role in delivering Medtronic’s Mission.”

Human Resources Department, Medtronic

“At Nestors Supervalu we are about Real Food Real People. Our brand essence is built on being The leading Irish Retailer who is down to earth and takes real care in providing honestly priced food for individuals and families Today”.

Nestors Supervalu is a Galway owned retail group consisting of three Supervalu stores based in Ballybane, Fr Griffin Rd, Oranmore. The groups Centra store is based in Doughiska. www.nestorssupervalu.ie

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"Our Group has worked with Employability Services for the last 4 years and the individuals we have employed are valued members of our team.

Employability Services have always given excellent advice and the Employment Facilitator that we work with in the Nestor Group has been very supportive to our needs. Issues that may arise are always dealt with in a professional effective and timely way which ultimately benefits both the employer and the employees that have been hired.

I wholeheartedly would recommend their services to any employer interested in this opportunity. In the Nestor Group we are looking forward to working with Employability Services Galway into the future".

Amanda Gibbons, Group HR Manager.

"Founded in 1995, Connaught Waste Recycling T/A Confidential Shredding Specialists Ireland has grown to become one of the principal players in the document/product disposal business in Ireland today.
We offer our clients a choice, or even a combination, of shredding options. We also offer a comprehensive recycling service including paper, cardboard, computer components, plastics, cartridge toners, batteries and timber pallets". www.connaughtwasterecycling.com

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"Connaught Waste Recycling has been associated with Employ Ability Galway for several years and together we have had many success stories.
On all occasions, we found Employ Ability Galway and their employment facilitators to have been approachable, supportive and professional. They have provided employees who have often fitted in well with the rest of the team, and if any problems do arise they have been dealt with appropriately, quickly and always professionally. We would have no hesitation in recommending Employ Ability Galway to other employers".

Creganna-Tactx Medical is a leading supplier of products, technologies and services to medical device and lifescience companies. We create, design and build innovative products and technologies and have specialist expertise in solutions for advanced catheter and specialty needle applications. www.creganna.com

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We were approached in 2004 by Employ Ability to get involved in the scheme they were running to integrate people who had a disability, back to work. We were fully briefed as to what the service was trying to deliver, the supports that we would have had available and the potential personal benefits the individual would hope to get from the Scheme.
The individual who joined us in our Pilot program has not only grown personally, but has made a huge impact on Creganna-Tactx and its employees. We have had an extremely positive experience throughout this program and would have no hesitation in recommending any company to get involved in this initiative which forms part of our social responsibility.

Helen Ryan

McGaughs Gardening Complex is located on the Curraghline on the Headford Rd. approximately 4 miles outside Galway City. We have been in business for 11 years and have built up an excellent rapport with the people of Connaught. We are the best stocked garden centre in the west and pride ourselves on the quality and value of all our stock, from our decorative chippings, to our top quality hedging, from our Christmas shop to our furniture showroom. We have anything you need to make your garden a dream garden. www.mcgaughs.com

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We worked with Employ Ability Service Galway for around 4 years. Through out this time we found them very helpful. It was a very rewarding experience and we felt it was a great opportunity to give back to the community. We had the pleasure to watch our employees flourish from the opportunity afforded to them by Employ Ability Service Galway. I felt this unique opportunity was too good to turn down and am glad we became involved. I would recommend Employ Ability Service Galway to any business, big or small.

Ger McGaugh