“Respect for the Aged” annual public holiday in Ireland
WHO Theme:
Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
Private HomeCare is delighted to enter the “Age Friendly Community Innovation Award” with a campaign that reflects a simple but powerful belief: Ireland should introduce an annual public holiday …
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WHO Theme:
Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Completed
The three young people brainstormed what was needed in their community. They then decided that they wanted to make the resource centre more vibrant for the people that use …
Age-Friendly AI: Ireland’s : National Artificial Intelligence Literacy Initiative
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
In Progress
This initiative will launch a nationwide conversation on artificial intelligence (AI) with older adults across Ireland, while co-developing and delivering a tailored, inclusive AI literacy programme. It aims to …
Ballyfermot Ladies Quilting
WHO Theme:
Civic Participation and Employment
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
Through Bettys personal tragedy of having to watch her best friend in a hospice something beautiful was born. Betty noticed while visiting her friend that she often got too …
Bridging the Digital Divide: Dublin City Libraries
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
ublin City Libraries: Bridging the Digital Divide It is estimated that 47% of adults in Ireland lack fundamental digital skills. Older people in particular have challenges accessing the wide …
Burren Court Golden Age Community Group.( Social, community & intergenerational programmes)
WHO Theme:
Community Support and Health Services
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
The Golden Age Community group was established two years ago & caters for older adults from the Ballymun area. The club provides a vital social outlet for older adults …
Céilí Recall: Empowering older adults to lead Adaptive Irish Céilí Dance Clubs in their communities
WHO Theme:
Community Support and Health Services, Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
There are three strands to Céilí Recall: 1. Training older adults to lead adaptive Irish céilí dance/movement activities (TRAINING – COMPLETED). 2. Research on the lived experience of older …
Changing Places for Changing Needs
WHO Theme:
Outdoor Spaces and Buildings
Programme:
Dublin City
Status:
Ongoing
Fingal County Council’s introduction of Changing Places facilities in new community centres has a profound impact on the lives of older people with complex mobility and care needs. Recognising …