The founder of Sólás who hails from Tipperary has scooped a top accolade at this year's Social Entrepreneurs Ireland awards.
Joan Henderson, originally from Tipperary but living in Belfast was presented with the Elevator prize – worth €30,000 – for her work in providing additional supports and services to families of children with special needs.
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The organisation is serving over 400 children and young people weekly through their education and after-school care programmes. In addition, 40 carers and parents are benefitting from their family support programme.
Joan was presented with her award at a ceremony in Dublin yesterday.
