Caffrey’s Furniture Recognised as Praxis Care Community Champion

The Caffrey’s Furniture team in Navan received the award in recognition of the opportunities and support they have provided to an individual Praxis Care supports, Ronan Connolly.

Caffrey’s Furniture was nominated by Ronan’s support worker, David Geraghty, who has supported him for more than five years and has witnessed first-hand the positive impact employment has had on his life. Since he started working at Caffrey’s Furniture in 2024, Ronan has developed new skills, grown in confidence and become a valued member of the team.

Reflecting on Ronan’s journey, David said: “Ronan has experienced a complete turnaround, and a significant part of this progress can be attributed to his role at Caffrey’s. I have seen his independence grow significantly, and it has been a pleasure to witness how far he has come and the positive impact this opportunity has had on his life.”

The award highlights the difference that inclusive employers can make by creating environments where people feel welcomed, supported and valued. At Caffrey’s, Ronan has become an integral part of the team, building relationships with colleagues and taking on responsibilities across the store.

Tommy Brady, Manager at Caffrey’s shared: “Since Ronan started 16 months ago, we have all got to know and have grown very fond of him. We all love to see him coming in; he brightens up the day and we always have a great laugh – he’s a very witty character. We are delighted to be acknowledged as one of Praxis Care’s Champion Award winners.”

Stories like Ronan’s highlight the powerful difference that meaningful opportunities, positive relationships and supportive communities can make to a person’s confidence, wellbeing and independence. Praxis Care’s Community Champion programme recognises businesses, organisations and individuals who go above and beyond to promote inclusion and create opportunities for the people we support to participate fully in community life. Caffrey’s is a shining example of this commitment, helping to make inclusion a reality every day example of this commitment in action.

To read more about the initiative, and to nominate a Praxis Care Champion in your area, visit our website: praxiscare.org/champion.