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Carers have nothing left to give – mentally, physically or financially – Conway-Walsh
It is unforgivable that carers in Mayo and elsewhere continue to bear the brunt of Austerity. The 6,558 family carers in Mayo who form part of the invisible workforce that save the state over four billion euro each year are experiencing unprecedented hardship according to Sinn Féin General Election Candidate Rose Conway-Walsh.
More than €3 million to be invested in Tuam nursing home
An investment of €3.3 million is to be made in Áras Mhuire Community Nursing Unit in Tuam over the next five years. The money will go towards replacing facilities and providing nursing home beds that comply to HIQA standards by 2021.
Older people let down by disappointing HSE service plan
Age Action has described the HSE service plan announced last week as very disappointing, saying it will do little to assist older people who need long-term care and support.
Mums let their hair down while babysitters cash in this party season!
Almost half of mums pay their babysitter an hourly rate of €10. Two-fifths of mums will enjoy three or more nights out over the festive season with mums handing over between €150 to €250 on babysitting fees.
Quality care for your loved ones
Rosemount Nursing Home, a family owned and managed 40 bed purpose built, nursing home set on lovely spacious grounds in the heart of Gort, is registered with the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and is fully compliant with all food hygiene, fire, health and safety legislation.
Are you looking for employment as a carer but need a FETAC course?
The healthcare sector in Ireland has witnessed significant changes in the past 10 years. Increased regulation now means carers and healthcare workers are required to obtain FETAC/QQI accredited courses to work in the care sector.
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].
Have a coffee for hospice
Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation is asking you to have a get together next month for this year’s annual coffee morning. Mark Thursday September 17 into your diary to host a coffee morning/day/night with your friends, family, work colleagues or neighbours. If you cannot organise a get together on September 17 then do not worry, you can have it whenever it suits.
