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ASI Services in Dublin
Print ListDue to the Covid-19 some services are suspended but ASI is still supporting people with dementia and their families as our Home Care; Dementia Advisers; National 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
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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
North Dublin Dementia Adviser Service
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Dementia Advisers Joanne Brennan, Ana Dalton and Grainne McCaffrey are available to people living in North Dublin. This service is free and confidential.
South Dublin Dementia Adviser Service
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Dementia Adviser's Jean Scanlan, Aine Bennett and Emma McArdle are available to people living in South Dublin. 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.
South Dublin Home Care
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.
North Dublin Home Care
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
Malahide Day Care
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Currently Open one day per week , Wednesday.
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.
The Orchard Day Care
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.
Clonmacnoise Day Care
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.
Curlew Road Day Care
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.
Heskin Court Day Care
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.
Cairdeas Day Care
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.
(Tymon) Rose Cottage Day Care
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.
Balbriggan Day Care
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.
Le Cheile Day Care
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.
Failte Day Care
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.
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
Family Carer Training South Dublin
Family Carer Training North Dublin
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.
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.
Under 65 Family Carer Support Group
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This support group is strictly for carers of loved ones living with Young Onset Dementia (under 65's)
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.
National Online Family Carer Support Groups
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.
Harold’s Cross Alzheimer Café
Contact the coordinator above to confirm details of the next meetings. Anyone affected by dementia is welcome to attend.
Cupan Tae Memory Cafe
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NB. Scheduled cafe for Wed. Jan 10th '24 has had to be cancelled at short notice. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
The next cafe will be Wed Feb 14th '24
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.
North Dublin Day Care at Home
South Dublin Dublin Day Care at Home
Fingal, Dublin Day Care at Home
National Dementia Choir
Mindful Melodies- virtual choir
National Virtual Choir
Social Club
Our Social Clubs are for people with dementia, their families or carers.
Balbriggan Social Club
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
Clontarf Social Club
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
Kilnamanagh Social Club (Formerly Bloomfield Social Club)
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
The Orchard Respite Centre
Society Branches
Our branch network plays an integral part in helping us achieve our mission to meet the needs of those affected by dementia.
South Dublin Branch Office
Centre of Operations
The Centre of Operations are responsible for the overall management of the relevant services in their region.
Eastern Centre of Operations
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The Eastern Centre of Operations covers counties Dublin, Louth , Meath , Longford and Westmeath.
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
Bayside Dementia Friendly Social Club
Making Memories Café
Donnybrook Alzheimer Café
Website: https://alzheimercafe.ie/
Skerries Forget-Me-Not Café
Age Action Care and Repair
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Age Action’s Care and Repair does small DIY jobs, free of charge, for older people to help them maintain their homes and their independence.
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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.
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Social Prescribing is a HSE run service that connects people with supports and activities in the community to strengthen their health, wellbeing and quality of life. Social prescribing is about supporting health and wellbeing by linking people into local, community-based activities such as exercise, art, reading and gardening
St Joseph’s Shankhill Virtual Dementia Cafe
ALONE
Website: https://alone.ie/our-work/
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Alone is a national organisation that enables older people to age at home as well as providing befriending services, advice, assistive technology and support
Musical Memories Choir, Deansgrange
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No Booking required just turn up on the day.
New members are very welcome.
Dementia Friendly Gallery Tours
Alzheimer Café South County Dublin
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The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is working in partnership with Alzheimer Cafes in the Dublin area.
Website: http://www.sielbleu.ie
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Siel Bleu holds a range of physical activity sessions which are open for people with dementia and their carers to attend. The cost per session is €5. Siel Bleu also offers one to one classes which can be held in people’s homes at a cost of €30 per session. The class timetable with details of the groups taking place in Dublin can be viewed at this link http://www.sielbleu.ie/communities/
Website: http://menssheds.ie/shed-directory/
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Mens Sheds are in different locations throughout Dublin. Contact Irish Men's Sheds Association by phone or look for a list on the website.
Azure Tours at IMMA
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Azure Art Tours for people with Dementia, their carers and friends.
Crumlin Community Choir
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This Choir is held in the Community Centre for Music and Arts, Crumlin. The choir is for older people with particular welcome for people with memory loss or dementia and their friends and neighbours.
Forget-me-nots Choir
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This choir is for older people and particularly welcomes those affected by memory loss.
Living Well with Dementia Project
Website: http://livingwellwithdementia.ie/
Memory Technology
Beaumont Memory Technology Resource Room
Ballyfermot Memory Technology Resource Room
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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.
Clonskeagh Memory Technology Resource Room
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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.
Loughlinstown Memory Technology Resource Room
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Referral-based service.
Memory Clinic
Memory Clinic, St Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin
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The Memory Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Referral-based service, not available for people under 65. People under the age of 65 are referred to the Neurology service at St Vincent's University Hospital
Multidisciplinary Memory Clinic, St Patrick’s Mental Health Services
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Referral-based service which is also available for people under 65 on a case by case basis.
Memory Assessment & Support Clinic, St Mary’s Day Hospital
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service.
St John of God Memory Assessment Service, Dublin
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65.
Highfield Healthcare Memory Clinic
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65.
The Dementia Advisory Resource Centre, Consilla, Dublin
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65.
Mercer’s Memory Clinic
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65.
Memory Assessment & Support Clinic, Connolly Hospital
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65 on a case by case basis.
Mater Hospital Memory Clinic
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is only available for people over 65.
Bloomfield Memory Clinic
Website: http://www.bloomfield.ie/
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The Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service which is also available for people under 65.
Memory Assessment Clinic, Tallaght
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The Memory Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service.
St Vincents Memory Clinic
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The Memory Clinic is a specialised service for people with memory loss, changes in cognitive function and dementia. Diagnosis and treatments are provided for those concerned about changes in their memory and memory disorders, including dementia. Medical referral-based service.
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