The Carlow Older Person’s Forum, with the support of Age Friendly Carlow, Healthy Carlow, Carlow County Development Partnership, and UPMC, is excited to announce the upcoming Living Well Expo. This free event is set to take place on Tuesday 22nd October at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel. The purpose of the event is to showcase the supports and services available for individuals aged 55 and over in County Carlow.
The Living Well Expo will feature over 40 exhibition stands from local organizations including An Garda Síochána, HSE, SETU Lifelong Learning, VISUAL, Carlow Volunteer Centre, Carlow Libraries, Carlow Fire Service, Carlow Sports Partnership, UPMC, Halo Care, and Social Prescribing. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with various service providers and discover resources that promote healthy, fulfilling, and active lifestyles.
The speakers at the event will include Carlow Age Friendly Ambassador, Faith Amond, and Majella Cunningham, HSE Integrated Care for Older People. Additionally, the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland will be onsite with their Dementia bus, providing valuable resources and information.
Attendees can also take advantage of free health checks and visit stands dedicated to a wide range of topics, including:
– Tips for reducing energy costs
– Information on housing grants
– Community engagement initiatives
– Recreational activities tailored for older adults
– And much more!
The event will kick off at 10.30am sharp with tea, coffee, and scones on arrival. Sandwiches will be served at 1pm. The speakers and information stands will be followed by a Tea Dance in the afternoon.
Joe Butler, Chairperson of Carlow Older Person’s Forum, added, “We are thrilled to host this event, which reflects our dedication to improving the lives of older adults in County Carlow. The Expo will provide a platform for connection and engagement, helping attendees to explore valuable resources and community support.”
Martha Jane Duggan, Age Friendly Carlow Programme Manager, said, “The Living Well Expo is an excellent opportunity for older adults in our community to discover the wide range of services available to them. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports healthy ageing and empowers individuals to lead active lives.”
We warmly invite all members of the community to participate in the Living Well Expo, where together we can cultivate a more age-friendly environment in County Carlow.
For more information about the Living Well Expo, please contact the Age Friendly Carlow office at 087 2145262 / 059 9136207.
Event Details:
Title: Living Well Expo
Date: Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Time: 10.30am – 2.00pm Speakers and Information Stands, 2.00pm – 4.00pm Tea Dance
Location: Woodford Dolmen Hotel
Admission: Free
Contact:
Martha Jane Duggan
Oifigeach Riaracháin, Roinn Pobail
Administrative Officer, Community Department
T: +353 59 9136207
M: +353 87 2145262
W: carlow.ie
Oifigí an Chontae, Bóthar Átha Í, Ceatharlach, R93E7R7
County Buildings, Athy Road, Carlow, R93E7R7
