Find services & support in your county

Due to the Covid-19 some services are suspended but ASI is still supporting people with dementia and their families as our Home CareDementia AdvisersNational Helpline, and Online Family Carer Training are all still running

National Helpline

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s National Helpline Service is open 6 days a week. Call 1800 341 341 or email [email protected]

National Helpline

Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 4pm

Note:

Our confidential National Helpline freephone number is available to callers within the Republic of Ireland. If you live abroad, you can contact our national office at +353 1 207 3800 and ask for our Helpline Service. Telephone charges will apply.

Dementia Adviser

Our Dementia Advisers work with people with dementia, their families and carers to provide a highly responsive and individualised information and signposting service. This service is free and confidential. Dementia Advisers are currently doing home visits in line with public health advice and COVID 19 restrictions.  Dementia Advisers continue to provide support over the phone

Clare Dementia Adviser

Clare
Contact: Fiona Staunton.
Phone: 087 252 5791

Note:

Dementia Adviser, Fiona Staunton is available to people living in Clare. This service is free and confidential.

Home Care Services

Our home care service offers dementia specific, person centred care and our trained staff work with clients to ensure that we meet your needs.

Clare Home Care

Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla, Ennis, Co. Clare. V95 P9V9
Contact: Helena Hanrahan
Phone: 087 660 1251
How to access this service?

Contact our home care coordinator above. Our home care coordinators will carry out an initial assessment on clients.

To help with this assessment we ask that a referral form is completed and sent to the home care service you are interested in.

Day Care Services

Our day care centres provide dementia specific, person centred care to meet the needs of the person with dementia in a warm, welcoming and safe environment while providing support and stimulation

Ennis Day Care

Ennis Day Care, Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla, Ennis, Co. Clare. V95 P9V9
Contact: Linda Murphy
Phone: 087 915 2151
How to access this service?

People with dementia, their families and healthcare professionals can contact the day centre they are interested in.

We ask that a referral form is completed and this form requires confirmation of a diagnosis of dementia from a GP or consultant.

Contact the day care centre you are interested in to talk about the service and to send your completed referral form.

Online Family Carer Training

We offer training to family carers looking after a loved one with dementia. Family carers can either be the primary carers for the person with dementia or those indirectly involved in caring. Please note there is a waiting list for this service. 

How to access this service?

More details on the course are available on our leaflet.
You can register your interest in the course by completing our online application form. For further information, please contact our National Helpline on 1800 341 341.

Support Group

We run support groups for families affected by dementia around Ireland.

Ennis Support Group

Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla, Ennis, Co. Clare. V95 P9V9
Contact: Fiona Staunton
Phone: 087 2525 791
Please contact Fiona for more details

Note:

Next Meeting 25th April 2024 , 7pm.

How to access this service?

Carers are free to attend on a once off basis, as needs arise, or on a regular basis.  Contact the coordinator above to find out more information about attending a support group.

Online Carer Support Groups

We run support groups for families affected by dementia around Ireland. The support groups provide an opportunity to meet others in a similar situation, to share stories and experiences, and access information and practical advice in a relaxed, understanding and supportive environment.

Alzheimer Cafe

Alzheimer Cafes provide a warm and welcoming space for people with dementia, their family and friends, social and health care professionals to meet, exchange ideas and learnings.

Clare Alzheimer Café

Shannon GAA Clubhouse
Contact: Hadley Fitzpatrick
Phone: 087 1898711
First Wednesday of the month 2-4pm
How to access this service?

Contact the coordinator above to confirm details of the next meetings. Anyone affected by dementia is welcome to attend.

Day Care at Home

The Day Care at Home service provides an alternative model of care and support to our clients and families. ASI staff visit the persons home and engage in personalised activities with them in their home.

Limerick , North Tipp/Clare Day Care at Home

Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla, Ennis, Co Clare
Contact: Melissa Kenny

National Dementia Choir

Mindful Melodies- virtual choir

Contact: Anne-Marie Veale
Phone: 087 2388444
Wednesday 13.30-14.30pm

National Virtual Choir

Contact: Catherine Bartels
Phone: 086 0490548
Every Thursday

Social Club

Our Social Clubs are for people with dementia, their families or carers.

Kilrush Social Club

Kilrush Parish Hall Kilrush County Clare
Contact: Hadley Fitzpatrick
Phone: 087 2636751
3rd Wednesday of each month 2pm - 4pm

Note:

Pre-booking is required.

How to access this service?

For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.

Ennis Social Club

Cuan an Chlair, Cahercaalla, ( Ennis Day Care Centre ).
Contact: Hadley Fitzpatrick
Phone: 087 2636751
Weekly on a monday

Note:

Pre-booking is required

How to access this service?

For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.

Respite Care

We currently operate one national respite centre in Ireland

Note:

This covers Limerick, Clare and Tipperary

Society Branches

Our branch network plays an integral part in helping us achieve our mission to meet the needs of those affected by dementia.

Clare Branch Office

The Chairperson, C/O Ennis Home Care Service, Cuan an Chlair, Cahercalla, Ennis, Co.Clare
Phone: 065 6868621

Centre of Operations

The Centre of Operations are responsible for the overall management of the relevant services in their region.

Southern Centre of Operations

Bessboro Day Care Centre, Blackrock, Cork, Co. Cork. T12 HF70
Contact: Breda Twohig
Phone: 087 9330737

Note:

The Southern Centre of Operations covers county Clare, Limerick, Nth Tipperary, Kerry and Cork.

Other Support and Services

There are a range of other services, in addition to those provided by The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, which can provide support and assistance to you and your family.

Social Activities

Note:

The Rainbow Café is specifically for older LGBT+ persons, proactive allies, and healthcare professionals supporting older persons.
The space is dementia-inclusive and those living with dementia, along with family carers and supporters, are encouraged to attend and will be assisted to do so in any way possible.

Note:

Alone is a national organisation that enables older people to age at home as well as providing befriending services, advice, assistive technology and support

Clare Men’s Shed

Co. Clare
Contact: Irish Mens Sheds Association
Phone: 01 8916150

Note:

Mens Sheds are in different locations throughout Clare. Contact Irish Men's Sheds Association by phone or look for a list on the website.

Memory Technology

Clare Memory Technology Resource Room

St. Joseph's Hospital, Ennis, Co. Clare
Contact: Leahnora Clohessy
By appointment

Note:

The Memory Technology Resource Room has assistive technology products on display. People with memory difficulties and their carers will have an opportunity to see a range products and how they work. You can also access expert advice about assistive technology.

Public Health Nurse

Local Health Services

Contact: HSE Information Line

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Click the link above to find what local health services are in your area

Need help?
Call the National Helpline
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