The Chief Medical Officer, Professor Breda Smyth has written an open letter to older people in Ireland encouraging them to reconnect with other people again and to return to doing the things they love post the Covid pandemic. To read
Looking After Our Mental Health
The HSE have created this valuable online resource where you will find support and resources for people to help deal with the stress, isolation and help to maintain wellbeing and cope at home during this time. Minding your Mental Health during
Cocooning – Some resources for older cocooners and those assisting them.
Digital Literacy Skills The Age Action Getting Started Keep In Touch (KIT) is a national learning initiative to help older people improve their digital literacy skills, so they are more connected, informed and supported particularly during periods of social distancing. The Getting
Government launches initiative to phone older people to check on wellbeing during COVID-19 crisis
Government launches initiative to phone older people to check on wellbeing during COVID-19 crisis Minister Ring urges participants on Seniors Alert Scheme to ensure their personal alarm is activated Mr Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural and Community Development,
Go for Life Grants – Age & Opportunity
What is the Go for Life Grants Scheme? The Go for Life Grant Scheme offers financial supports – provided by Sport Ireland – to local clubs, groups and organisations, nationwide who promote increased participation in recreational sport or physical activity
The Older Persons’ Fund | The Community Foundation
The Older Persons’ Fund is a long-term philanthropic fund which promotes the civic engagement of older people, as a means of working towards making a difference in their communities. The Fund builds on our long-standing engagement and commitment to supporting older people
Dance Theatre of Ireland Classes – Well Dance for Seniors, those with Parkinsons & Dementia
In addition to a programme of 24 classes for children, adults, and teens, including Contemporary, Salsa, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Ballet, Yoga and Musical Theatre, Dance Theatre of Ireland also have weekly classes for those over 55, and for those with
Go for Life Grant Scheme
The 2018 National Grant Scheme for Sport and Physical Activity for Older People is now open for applications. Closing date for applications is 12 noon Friday 28 September 2018, for Application Form Click Here Who can apply? Grants are available
Making Connections: connecting the generations
Making Connections is a registered befriending charity -CHY 21301- aiming to alleviate loneliness and isolation among older people by providing meaningful social engagement. The model focuses on shared interests with benefits for both the older person and volunteer. The
Summary of DLR PPN Plenary Meeting 25th April 2018
DLR PPN held its first members Plenary meeting of 2018 on Wednesday April 25th in Glenalby Sports Club in Stillorgan. 77 people attended, an increase from the October 2017 meeting, which was attended by 51 people. Agenda Community Supports