Archive for September 2026
“Taking stock: Is Government keeping its commitments to older people?”
Alliance of Age Sector NGOs call for an Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People, a State led campaign to counteract ageism, and a resourced national action plan to address loneliness and social isolation. 22 September 2026; The Alliance of Age Sector NGOs, representing eight leading olderpersons organisations*, is calling on Government to appoint an…
Read MoreWarmer Homes Scheme
We are proud to share a copy of correspondence our Executive Member, Norman Croke sent to Minister Darragh O’Brien on 8th September regarding qualification criteria for Warmer Homes Scheme. This letter is in reply to less than satisfactory responses received by Norman in his efforts to get proper engagement on the anomalies within the scheme.…
Read MoreCreative Brainwaves in Ennis
We received very positive reports about an event held in Swords Co Dublin earlier this year. We are happy to share information on this even taking place Friday 11th September. Venue: Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis, Co. Clare Admission: Free and open to the public. Booking is available via Eventbrite – see attached flyer or by…
Read MoreThe Irish Centre for Gerontology and the Simon Community seek research participants
The Irish Centre for Gerontology in the University of Galway in association with the Simon Community are conducting a study that needs participants. The study is funded by the National Disability Authority. To be part of the research you must be a disabled adult 55 or older who is: Participation involves: They want to understand: …
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