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

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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 Tipperary Dementia Adviser

North Tipperary
Contact: Gemma O'Donnell (David Kieran is on leave)
Phone: 087 391 0840

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Dementia Adviser, Gemma O'Donnell is available to people living in North Tipperary. This service is free and confidential.

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Dementia Adviser, Gemma O'Donnell is available to people living in South Tipperary. 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.

North Tipperary Home Care

53 Kenyon Street, Nenagh, Co.Tipperary E45XY81
Contact: Jennifer Woods
By Appointment Only.
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

Borrisokane Day care

Borrisokane Primary Health Care Centre Old Convent Road Borrisokane Co Tipperary E45 C440
Contact: Noirin Chalouche
Manager Name: Noirin Chalouche
Phone: 087 9553940
Open Friday 10-3
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.

Le Cairde Day Care

Le Cairde Day Care, Glenconnor Road, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. E91 WK75
Contact: Catherine Bartels

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Transport included

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.

Clonmel Support Group

Le Chairde Day Care Centre, Tipperary
Contact: Catherine
Phone: 086 0490548
Third Tuesday of the month

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Pre-booking is required

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.

North Tippeary Support Group

Nenagh Library, O'Rahilly St., Nenagh North, Tipperary E45 AK 56
Contact: Jennifer Woods
Last Wednesday of the month.
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.

Nenagh & Ballina/Killaloe Virtual Café

Contact: Sean Donal O'Shea
Phone: 087 0926 617
Alternate 2nd Tuesday and 3rd Thursday
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

Respite Care

We currently operate one national respite centre in Ireland

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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.

North Tipperary Branch Office

The Chairperson, C.O Alzheimer Society of Ireland, 3A Ormond Court, Summerhill, Nenagh, Tipperary
Phone: 067 412 78

Centre of Operations

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

South East Centre of Operations

Contact: Heather Musgrave
Phone: 0874703216

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The South Eastern Centre of Operations covers Wicklow, Kildare , Laois, Offaly, Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary. Wexford and Waterford.

Southern Centre of Operations

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

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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

The Rosemary Dementia Cafe

Millennium Family Resource Centre Glengoole, Tipperary E41 AO65
Contact: Liam Cahill
Phone: 052 915 7992
First Tuesday of every month 11.30-1pm

Age Friendly Dementia Cafe Roscrea

Roscrea Courthouse , Co Tipperary
Contact: Anne Keevey
Phone: 083 113987
4th Friday of every month 11-12.30pm

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It is an opportunity for people with memory loss, their friends, and carers to meet. We offer advice on services available, support and information.

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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.

Tipp Town Dementia Café

Knockanrawley Resource Centre
Contact: Gemma O'Donnell
Phone: 087 391 0840
11-12.30pm Last Friday of the Month

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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

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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

Memory Cafe, Thurles

Bookworm, Liberty Square, Thurles, Tipperary
Contact: Jennifer Manning
Phone: 0504 27730
First Wednesday of each month from 11am to 12.30pm

The Living Well with Dementia Service South Tipperary.

The Grounds of South Tipperary General Hospital, Clonmel, Co Tipperary.
Contact: Ann or Mary
Manager Call: 087 0550050

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The 5 Step Program and Memory Technology Library is now run by the HSE

Tipperary Men’s Shed

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

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

Siel Bleu Physical Activities

Co. Tipperary
Contact: Head Office
Phone: 01 209 6889

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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 Tipperary can be viewed at this link http://www.sielbleu.ie/communities/

Memory Technology

North Tipperary Memory Technology Resource Room

Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles, Co Tipperary
Phone: 087 670 5095
Email:
By Appointment only Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

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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

South Tipperary Memory Technology Resource Room

Hospital grounds, South Tipperary General Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary
Contact: Emma O'Brien
Phone: 087 1090799
By appointment

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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.

Memory Clinic

Memory Clinic, St. Patrick’s Hospital

St Patrick's Hospital, Cahir Rd, Boherclogh, Cashel, Co. Tipperary
Contact: Claire Evans
Phone: 062 27992
Thursday 

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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 which is available for people under 65

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

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Call the National Helpline
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