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30 out of 45 resident centres for older people found to have non-compliance issues

A total of 30 out of 45 resident centres for older people were found to be non-compliant with regulations during inspections earlier this year, with one centre found to be non-compliant with 12 regulations. The Health Information and Quality ...

18 Aug 2022 at 11:40

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Wellbeing of Irish elderly to benefit from €1million funding for creative projects

One million euro has been awarded to creative projects across Ireland to enhance the health and wellbeing of older people post-pandemic. The projects are part of Creative Ireland's (CI) Creativity in Older Age programme and is set to be ...

28 Mar 2022 at 17:34

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Older people in Waterford encouraged to attend upcoming coffee mornings

Older people in Waterford are encouraged to participate in a series of upcoming coffee mornings. The events - organised by Waterford Older People's Council, which represents all people over 50 across the county - offer people an ...

15 Sept 2022 at 19:53

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GUIDE: Six expert-backed ways to reduce dementia risk

Covid isn’t the only major health concern of our times – experts have been warning about dementia reaching epidemic levels too. Already a leading cause of death and disability among older people, according to Alzheimer.ie the ...

13 May 2022 at 10:50

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Opinions on improving older people's quality of life sought by Waterford action group

A series of workshops on how to improve the quality of life for older people in Waterford will take place this month. Waterford Age Friendly Alliance will host the workshops so locals can share opinions and ideas on shaping ...

18 Jun 2022 at 11:53

Local News

Opinions on improving older people's quality of life sought by Waterford action group

13 Jun 2022 at 18:02

National News

New €80m grants will help older and disabled people live independently at home - O'Brien

Over €80 million in housing adaptation grant funding for older and disabled people has been announced. The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, and the Minister of State for ...

02 May 2023 at 13:01

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Movie morning and pickleball taster among fun Waterford events for Positive Ageing Week

Elderly people in Waterford are encouraged to take part in activities for Positive Ageing Week. The initiative commences on Monday October 2 with an action-packed programme of events including walks, a ...

24 Sept 2023 at 13:01

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‘We owe it to our older people’: ALONE calls on Government to establish a regulated home care sector

ALONE has highlighted the need for an established and regulated home care sector in Ireland to support older people to age at home for as long as they wish. The organisation which supports older ...

12 Aug 2020 at 13:44

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Calls for financial support for older people hit hard by Covid-19

ALONE, the organisation which supports older people, is calling on the incoming Government to implement long term supports for older people who have been impacted financially by Covid-19. The ...

25 May 2020 at 18:18

Local News

Almost €2.5 million in funding announced to assist older and disabled people in Waterford

Almost €2.5 million in funding has been announced for Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and Disabled People in Waterford. Details of the funding, which will be administered by ...

03 Jun 2024 at 13:00

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Here's how older people can get €8,000 grant for home improvement works

Older people whose homes are in need of necessary repairs or improvements can now access grants of up to €8,000. Additionally, grants worth up to €6,000 are also available for ...

30 May 2024 at 12:54

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