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Creative 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 contact info at end of post. The flyer outlines the guest speakers and timetable for the day.
For information or to book via phone contact Karen Meenan, 0866027711 or email karen.p.meenan@gmail.com
The 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:
- Experiencing homelessness or
- Have recently experienced homelessness or
- Are at risk of homelessness
Participation involves:
- A 1-hour interview with the researcher
- Held online or in-person (your choice!)
They want to understand:
- The challenges you faced finding and keeping a safe home
- How easy or hard it is to use housing and homelessness services
- What needs to change to improve support
If you have any questions or want to take part, please contact:
Brídín Carroll at bridin.carroll@universityofgalway.ie or 086 8426295 or
Julia Corey at julia.corey@simoncommunity.com or 086 191 6342
Check your entitlements
We encourage you to engage with Citizens Information, they are there to assist you. Paper copies of the guide are available at their offices nationwide.
For those who prefer seeing everything at a glance check out their wallchart, paper copies available in their offices.
Make Your Voice Heard : Ask your TDs and Senators to attend Our Presentation in Leinster House on the 22nd September 2026
The Alliance of Age Sector NGOs, of which the Irish Senior Citizens Parliament is a core member—is holding a briefing presentation in the AV Room of Leinster House to launch and discuss our report, Taking Stock: Is Government Keeping Its Commitments to Older People?
This report evaluates how the Government is failing to meet key promises regarding housing, pension security, waiting times, home care, and combating loneliness. Crucially, it sets out our joint call for an Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People to hold public bodies accountable.
Our elected leaders need to see that aging policy is an urgent priority across every constituency. Please reach out to your representatives today and ask them to show up for older citizens. Email, phone, or message your local TDs and Senators today ask them explicitly to attend.
Remind your public representatives that older voters expect real accountability, dedicated resources, and a seat at the decision-making table.
Please contact any of our team for more details. CEO Pat by email at pat@seniors.ie or mobile 087 4303342
Office by email at office@seniors.ie or mobile 085 2604957
MDO at development@seniors.ie or mobile 085 2604955