Cnoc (Inverin) and Casla Bus Shelters, Conamara
WHO Theme:
Transportation
Programme:
Galway County
Status:
Completed
With the support of local Councillors in the Conamara Municipal District, Galway County Council constructed two bus shelters at An Cnoc and Casla, in Conamara. The shelters and associated …
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), a Psychosocial Intervention for people living with dementia
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information, Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Limerick
Status:
Ongoing
CST is a well established , evidence based , group psychosocial intervention recommended in the NICE guidelines for people living with a mild to moderate dementia. It is a …
Cognitive stimuli technology supports
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information, Community Support and Health Services, Outdoor Spaces and Buildings, Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Mayo
Status:
Ongoing
Tovertafel linked with iPads, laptops and other technology to create an inclusive community where cognitive stimulation is increased to support people actively living with Dementia within County Mayo. The …
Community Singing For The Brain: choral programme adapted and re designed to engage older people
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information, Community Support and Health Services, Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation
Programme:
Cork City
Status:
Completed
Singing for the Brain was initially set up to support people with dementia & their carers. During Covid Ballyphehane Togher CDP ran Singing for the Brain online with wide …
Community Transport
WHO Theme:
Community Support and Health Services, Respect and Social Inclusion, Social Participation, Transportation
Programme:
Clare
Status:
Ongoing
In short, we provide free transport to the vulnerable people of Clare to and from medical appointments across Ireland. In knock on effect, we provide social inclusion opportunities by …
ConnectAge is an initiative aimed at narrowing the digital divide with age-friendly technology
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information
Programme:
Fingal
Status:
Ongoing
ConnectAge is an initiative aimed at narrowing the digital divide by promoting connectivity through age-friendly technology. It recognises the importance of ensuring older adults have access to and can …
Connecting through technology – using technology to alleviate loneliness and improve social outcomes
WHO Theme:
Communication and Information, Community Support and Health Services
Programme:
Dublin City, Fingal
Status:
Ongoing
Connecting through technology was borne out of the Covid-19 pandemic. Occupational therapy staff conducted in-depth discussions with service users (older people with mental health difficulties) following the first lockdown …
Cork City Libraries Age Friendly Ukulele Programme for adults aged 55+
WHO Theme:
Community Support and Health Services
Programme:
Cork City
Status:
Ongoing
The programme involves a free 6 week beginners ukulele lessons in the library for adults aged 55+. The lessons take place in a group setting, which helps foster new …