L’Arche Ireland is part of an international network of more than 160 communities where people with and without intellectual disabilities share life together. In Ireland, its communities in Cork, Dublin and Kilkenny offer opportunities for connection, participation and support. Services include weekday Day Projects in Cork and Kilkenny, where adults with intellectual disabilities can access a range of activities and opportunities. L’Arche also provides supported living for people with varied support needs, including intellectual, developmental, physical and sensory disabilities, as well as autism and mental health needs.

The organisation’s community life is supported by a blended team of paid employees and volunteers. Volunteer opportunities include joining as a live-in assistant, reflecting the role volunteers have played in L’Arche communities around the world. L’Arche Ireland shares information about its work, communities, safeguarding and governance, and invites people to support its activities through volunteering, joining the team or donating. Its approach centres on people sharing everyday life in community, with relationships and mutual participation at its heart.