A counselling service has been set up to help people across West Donegal who have been left devastated by the horrific car crash which claimed the lives of four of its young citizens.
The HSE has set up the service to help members of the public affected by the awful tragedy.
Pals Mícheál Roarty (24) from Dunlewey, John Harley (24) from Falcarragh, Shaun Harkin (22) from Falcarragh and Daniel Scott (24) from Gortahork, all died when the Toyota Corolla car they were in flipped onto its roof near Magheraroarty at 8.40pm on Sunday night.
All four men will be buried on Thursday.
A HSE spokesperson said “The impact of this tragedy has extended beyond the immediate families to the broader community. Our main priority is to offer support to the bereaved families and details of this will be provided to each family immediately.
“The HSE have been liaising with the local community and is enhancing its services so as to meet the emotional and psychological needs of those impacted.
“We acknowledge the importance and value of the support provided naturally within the tight-knit community of West Donegal, where friends, families and neighbours will be a primary source of support.
“We also recognise that some people will require professional help and support. Additional supports are available for those who need it and we are advising that they contact their GP all of whom have been informed of the range of services available.”
The HSE added that they will remain in close contact with community organisations and leaders over the coming days and weeks to assess and respond to community needs.
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