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More needs to be done for dementia supports — Chambers

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Fianna Fáil General Election candidate in Mayo Cllr Lisa Chambers says this Government has failed to deliver on sufficient supports for dementia care over the past five years. Despite committing to a new dementia strategy, very little has been done to support families and carers of people with dementia.

Galway Alzheimer Café

The Alzheimer Café is an initiative being started up by The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Galway branch. The first café will be held in Flannery’s Hotel, Renmore, Galway, on Thursday December 3 from 2pm to 4pm.

Slow the effects of Alzheimer’s and dementia with acupuncture

Alzheimer's disease involves the shrinkage of frontal or temporal lobes and nerve cell death in several areas of the brain. This leads to a loss of key functions such as memory loss, impaired learning ability and concentration. Depression and anxiety can also accompany this debilitating condition.

State could halve dementia care costs by supporting people to live at home

The Irish Government could halve the costs associated with dementia care and improve sufferers’ lives by supporting them to live at home, according to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland [ASI].

Smoking can double the risk of dementia - Alzheimer Society of Ireland

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and ASH Ireland have warned of the strong association between smoking and dementia risk.

Put on a brew for Alzheimer’s Tea Day

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People across Mayo are being encouraged to put on a brew to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland this May 7.

Dementia and Alzheimer's Coffee Club

Dementia and Alzheimer's Coffee Club

Dementia Friendly communities project

Inspirational Foxford group plan dedicated Alzheimer’s centre

A small group of inspirational Foxford volunteers have moved one step closer to realising their dream of constructing a purpose built Alzheimer’s day care centre in the town.

 

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