Guides & Advice

Staying Safe in the Sun

Staying Safe in the Sun Essential Tips for Staying Safe During the Summer  Summer has arrived. Time for ice cream and trips to the seaside! This is our happiest season when we tend to get plenty of...

World Osteoporosis Day

World Osteoporosis Day In 1994, the World Health Organisation (WHO) published a report that established key definitions and diagnostic criteria for postmenopausal osteoporosis, significantly impactin...

World Alzheimer’s Day

World Alzheimer’s Day World Alzheimer’s Day is observed on September 21st every year. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and the many other forms of dementia. In th...

Dementia: Understand Together

Dementia: Understand Together Standing together for people living with dementia  “Life doesn’t end when dementia begins.” Dementia: Understand Together is a public support, awareness, and inform...

Supporting Older Adults on World Mental Health Day

Supporting Older Adults on World Mental Health Day In recent years, we’ve seen mental health issues around the world gain more attention. Mental health awareness has been a main talking point global...

Dealing with Dementia as a Family

Dealing with Dementia as a Family The number of people with dementia in Ireland is set to double in the next 25 years, reaching over 150,000 individuals by 2045 . For families across Ireland, watchi...

Compassion Fatigue in Family Carers

Compassion Fatigue in Family Carers Recognising Compassion Fatigue in Family Carers Caring for others is often driven by motivations of love and understanding. It’s not uncommon for family carers t...

The Importance of a Daily Routine in Dementia Care

The Importance of a Daily Routine in Dementia Care For older people living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, routines can be very beneficial. They can help our older loved ones feel more secure...

Reconnecting Older Adults with their Communities

Reconnecting Older Adults with their Communities Combating Winter Loneliness in Ireland As the Irish winter sets in, the cold weather can intensify feelings of loneliness, particularly among older...