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ASI Services in Monaghan
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National Helpline
The ASI 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.
Monaghan Dementia Adviser
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Dementia Adviser, Elaine Kearney is available to people living in Monaghan. This service is free and confidential.
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
Cloughvalley Daycare
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.
Activity Club
Activity Clubs are safe, engaging, and inclusive spaces where people living with Young Onset (under 65) and early-stage dementia can participate in a variety of therapeutic activities that enhance their quality of life. They offer a range of programs including art therapy, music sessions, cognitive exercises, gardening, and social events tailored specifically for individuals with dementia. They also provide a space for carers to connect with each other and access support, ensuring a holistic approach to dementia care.
Carrickmacross Early Onset Activity Club
Clones Early Onset Activity Club
Upcoming Family Carer Training Courses
We offer training to family carers. A family carer is anyone who provides or contributes to the provision of regular, informal care to someone they know, e.g. a spouse, relative, friend, or neighbour. Please see a list of upcoming courses below.
You must complete an application form before attending this course. Click here to complete the electronic application form. Or download the application form here, complete it, and post it to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, External Learning and Development Department, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co Dublin, A94 N8YO.
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.
Monaghan Town Support Group
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.
Carrick Support Group
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.
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.
Castleblayney Alzheimer Cafe
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.
Monaghan 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.
Monaghan Social Club
For more information about the club and how to come along contact the organiser with the details above.
Society Branches
Our branch network plays an integral part in helping us achieve our mission to meet the needs of those affected by dementia.
Centre of Operations
The Centre of Operations are responsible for the overall management of the relevant services in their region.
Northwest and Midlands Centre of Operations
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The Northwest, Northeast and Midlands Centre of Operations covers counties Donegal, Sligo , Mayo, Galway, Roscommon, Leitrim, Cavan and Monaghan.
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
Monaghan Family Carers Ireland Support Group
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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
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
Website: http://menssheds.ie/shed-directory/
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Mens Sheds are in different locations throughout Monaghan. Contact Irish Men's Sheds Association by phone or look for a list on the website.
Memory Technology
Cavan / Monaghan 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.
Public Health Nurse
Local Health Services
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Click the link above to find what local health services are in your area
