Western Alzheimers
Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland
About
Founded in 1996, Western Alzheimers is a charity based in Claremorris, Ireland working on health, elderly care, mental health.
Western Alzheimers is a charity founded in 1996 that provides care and support to people living with dementia and their families across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon in the west of Ireland. Services include respite care, a purpose-built overnight respite unit in Ballindine, day care, in-home care, a volunteer befriending service, dementia advisor and nurse specialist support, family carer training and carer support groups. The charity is funded through state support, fundraising events such as the Super Draw and Tea Day, and philanthropic donations.
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In Home Respite Service
Health · Ireland
One-to-one in-home respite where trained support workers engage people living with dementia in tailored activities, giving carers a temporary break.
Volunteer Befriending Service
Health · Ireland
Volunteers visit or call people with early to moderate dementia who are lonely or isolated, typically for 2-3 hours a week, giving carers a break.
Marian House Respite Centre
Health · Ireland
Purpose-built 10-bed specialist dementia respite facility in Ballindine, Co. Mayo, providing 24-hour short-stay care.
In Home Respite Sitter Service
Health · Ireland
In-home sitting service offering person-centred light activities such as music, reading and hand massage for people with dementia.
Family Carer Training
Health · Ireland
Programmes that educate families and carers on supporting a person with dementia, including a five-week course.
Carers Support Groups
Health · Ireland
Support meetings where carers share experiences and access information and practical advice.
Dance Memory Clubs
Elderly care · Ireland
Music, dance and reminiscence sessions for people living with dementia and their loved ones.
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Corrib Oil, Ireland West Airport, Portwest
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