Irish Communities Minister John Curran has officially opened a new addiction clinic in Dublin.

Ashleigh House is the first ever facility in Ireland specifically designed for women.

The residential centre allows patients to seek treatment while also providing accommodation for their children.

"Professional childcare is provided so that the mother can take the time that is necessary to work on her recovery during the day and then return to her children in the evening time," said a spokesman for the clinic.

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Many mothers decline treatment because they do not want to be separated from their children, which can prolong their suffering and have a negative effect on the family.

"Some women in these situations just need a safe and supportive place where they can participate in a therapeutic process and take control of their own recovery. Ashleigh House is designed to do just that," added the spokesman.

Coolmine is the longest established Therapeutic Community for Drug and Alcohol addiction in Ireland has been helping people to overcome addiction for 35 years.

(PR/JM)