Dementia August Social Club Dates and Resources

  

August Social Club

We have a really special August Social Club planned. On Thursday 24^th August we are going on a nature walk followed by a trad session. The nature walk will take place in Ballyhooly Woods and will be led by Pat Nash. Pat, who has Lewy Body Dementia was formally in the Irish Army and has experience with orienteering, as well as being a founding member of the Ballyhooly Walking Group. While this will be a gentle walk unfortunately it will not be suitable for anyone with mobility issues. The walk will begin at 11am and will last approx. one hour. We will meet in Ballyhooly and more than likely car pool as there is limited parking at the woods.

This will be followed by a trad session in Ballyhooly Community Centre (EIRCODE P51 DC42)  12.30-1.30 and refreshments will be served.

The trad session is open to anyone – you don’t have to have come on the walk to attend.

Booking for these events is essential. To book your place email me or phone or text Margaret on 086 025 5205. Please include your phone number when booking.

There will be a voluntary contribution bucket at the event and any donations towards the running of our services would be gratefully received.

Thanks to Pat and Margaret Nash and their family for all their work in organising this event. Its not to be missed!!

 

 

Dates for August/September

Many of our activities are finishing for the month of August. Here are the dates:

 

Group	Finishing	Resuming
Exercising for the Brain Mallow	25th July	5th September
Exercising for the Brain Fermoy	19th July	6th September
Singing for the Brain	27th July	7th September
Yoga	26th July	20th September
Alzheimer Café, Newmarket		7th September
Dementia Café, Fermoy		27th September

 

Childrens Book on Lewy Body Dementia

The Lewy Body Society (UK organisation) have created a childrens book to help children understand about Lewy Body dementia. Its called ‘What are Lewy Bodies’ and is aimed at children aged 5-11.

For more information on the book and how to order it go to https://www.lewybody.org/new-book-to-help-children-understand-lewy-body-dementia/

 

Our childrens book ‘Feathers in my Brain’ is currently being re-printed, will let you know when its available for purchase

 

All the best

Shee

 

 

Sheena Cadoo

 

Occupational Therapist / North Cork Dementia Alliance Lead | BSc OT, MSc Dementia Care |Cork Kerry Community Healthcare | Health Service Executive| Memory Resource Room  | Floor 2 | Mallow Primary Healthcare Centre| Mallow | Co Cork | Eircode: P51Y8EC.

Tel. 022/58700 | Mobile 086 787 1818 | E-mail: sheena.cadoo@hse.ie | www.ncdementiaalliance.ie

 

Sports Capital Application Workshop

 

This FREE online Workshop will help any organisation complete a  Sports Capital Application. Cork Sports Partnership and Waterford Sports Partnership are delighted to partner with  2into3 and offer this FREE online workshop. This workshop will assist any organisation  that plans to complete a Sports Capital Application.' This 1.5 hour online Sports Capital Masterclass brings participants through the application  process and best practice. Through an interactive setting, clubs will be provided with a  detailed understanding of the Sports Capital process, based on 2into3's success of  securing over €3.3 million in Sports Capital Grants to date and success of securing a  high average allocation of grants received, at 84%. Workshop Content: Landscape: What is sports capital, sports capital landscape, presenting data gathered (in aggregate) on participating clubs Diagnosis and Scope: Diagnosing the ability to meet the grant requirements, establishing how much could be applied for Timeframe & Plan: Establishing the timeframe needed to prepare a grant for application and the steps needed to be able to apply Application: Advice on grant application preparation, advice of preparing support materials for stakeholders, advice on managing the application process Outcomes: A better understanding of the Sports Capital process ahead of the September deadline | Knowledge of the common pitfalls, necessary documentation and various appendixes | Better insight into knowing your goals, timeframe and application management Details: Date: Wednesday August 2nd 2023 Time: 7.30pm - 9:00pm Where: Online Via Zoom Contact: James at jkirby@corksports.ie Register: Open

Register Now Sports Capital Programme

Sensory Labyrinth and Sensory Garden Community Workshop in Ballyphehane

 Exciting News! Phase 2 of our Maze Garden is here!

Join us for a captivating Sensory Labyrinth and Sensory Garden Community Workshop with renowned garden designer Maura Duffy.

Date: Saturday, July 29th

Time: 1 pm - 3 pm

Location: Tory Top Park, Ballyphehane

Explore the wonders of nature as we learn about plants that engage all our senses - sight, smell, touch, taste, and sound! This enchanting event promises to be an unforgettable experience, where you'll discover the magic of sensory gardening with Maura Duffy's expert guidance.

safeTALK workshop in Fermoy

 

Please find attached information flyer in relation to safeTALK workshop which we are hosting in Fermoy on Tuesday 10^th October 2023. 

 

The safeTALK training programme will prepare participants to recognise and engage with people who may be having thoughts of suicide and to connect them to suicide first aid resources.

 

Booking in online via the link below to secure your place at this FREE 3 hour workshop.

 

https://bookwhen.com/suicidepreventiontrainingcork?fbclid=IwAR3bC1WYJT6OIkqf_C4woymbMj0ILfru4QbQGly3ojPfNenqKf6VgezjOD4#focus=ev-s04s-20231010100000

 

I would be very grateful if you could share the flyer and information below via email and social media with colleagues, family and friends as appropriate. 

 

 

Many thanks & kind regards

Jacinta

 

Jacinta McCormack

Fermoy Community Health Worker

Fermoy Community Health Project

085-8742320

jacinta.mccormack@hse.ie

www.fermoycommunityresource.com

www.healthactionzone.com

 

   

Hollyhill Free Ukulele Classes for Beginners

 

Age & Opportunity invites applications from artists for the Artist Care Exchange

 

Age & Opportunity invites applications from artists for the Artist Care Exchange

 

 

Age & Opportunity is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for professional artists with a passion for the arts and older people in a care context.

 

We are currently seeking applications for the second iteration of our professional development arts initiative, the Artists Care Exchange (ACE).

 

If you are an artist specialising in visual arts, dance, theatre, creative writing, music, circus, or any multidisciplinary art form, we want to hear from you.

 

Taking place this Autumn, ACE will provide a unique platform for six to eight professional artists, working in a care setting with older people, to come together and exchange valuable information, advice, and experiences. In addition to connecting with peers, participants will have the opportunity to learn from experts in the social, medical, and arts fields.

 

To apply, or find more information, please see our Bealtaine Website .

 

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We look forward to receiving your application.

 

Best regards,

Age & Opportunity Arts Team

 

 

Jessica Burton Restrick| Arts Programme Administrator| Age & Opportunity (she/her)

 

St. Patrick’s Hall | Marino Institute of Education | Griffith Avenue | Dublin 9 | D09 K4P6

DD: +353 (0)1 805 7713 | E: Jessica.Restrick@ageandopportunity.ie

ageandopportunity.ie | bealtaine.ie | Registered Charity no. RCN20036010

 

 

www.corkcoco.ie

Launch of West Cork Dedicated Suicide Bereavement Support Group on Tuesday 25th July 2023

 

Launch of West Cork Dedicated Suicide Bereavement Support Group on Tuesday 25th July 2023 

 

HUGG provides a free, non-judgemental, and safe space where people bereaved by suicide can share their experiences and feelings and receive and offer support to each other. All HUGG support groups are led by trained volunteers with lived experience of suicide bereavement. Bereavement by suicide shares characteristics with other bereavements but it is also different. Being among others who understand this grief can bring comfort, and in time hope and healing, for some it can be lifesaving. HUGG focuses on “postvention”, a specific form of intervention which is provided after a suicide in recognition of the increased risk of suicidal ideation among the bereaved family, friends, and community.

 

West Cork local Amanda Connell will be leading HUGG West-Cork, with the support of her co-facilitator Mark Creegan. The support group will initially take place monthly, with the first meeting on Tuesday July 25^th 7.30pm to 9.30pm. It will be a hybrid meeting, allowing people to meet in-person or online. Anyone wishing to join HUGG West-Cork can simply fill in the registration here, or email support@hugg.ie for a call back. Once registered a member of the HUGG Team will be in touch with all the details and to answer any questions.

 

The New HUGG Group will be based in Skibbereen town. We hope that the group will greatly benefit the local community and the surrounding areas including those living in Schull, Bantry, Dunmanway, Rosscarbery, and Clonakilty.  We really want to spread the word to as many people as possible in the West Cork region who have been bereaved by suicide and would appreciate your help in doing so. Please share the news with your networks, organisations within your local community and across social media channels where possible.  

 

If you need any more information, please get in touch.  

 

Kind regards,

Marie

 

Marie McKeon
HUGG Groups Manager

(Please note I work 9.30am-2.30pm, Monday to Friday)

e:  marie@hugg.ie

m: 0873516946

t:   (+353 1)  513 4048 – monitored answering machine

w:  www.hugg.ie

 

Currently we offer the following support groups:

HUGG Smithfield, HUGG Tallaght, HUGG Leopardstown, HUGG Wicklow, HUGG Cavan, HUGG Cork, HUGG Limerick, HUGG Galway, HUGG Waterford, HUGG Donegal, HUGG Meath/Louth, HUGG Virtual Groups, HUGG Young Adults, HUGG Parents.

 

 

Registered Charity No. 20204480 Company Registration No. 640420

Fermoy safeTALK workshop

 Please find attached above information flyer in relation to safeTALK workshop which we are hosting in Fermoy on Tuesday 10^th October 2023. 

Book via the link below to secure your place at this FREE 3 hour workshop.

https://bookwhen.com/suicidepreventiontrainingcork?fbclid=IwAR3bC1WYJT6OIkqf_C4woymbMj0ILfru4QbQGly3ojPfNenqKf6VgezjOD4#focus=ev-s04s-20231010100000

 

The safeTALK training programme will prepare participants to recognise and engage with people who may be having thoughts of suicide and to connect them to suicide first aid resources.

 

Many thanks & kind regards

Jacinta

 

Jacinta McCormack

Fermoy Community Health Worker

Fermoy Community Health Project

085-8742320

jacinta.mccormack@hse.ie

www.fermoycommunityresource.com

www.healthactionzone.com

 

  

Former Spandau Ballet singer Tony Hadley Announced for Cork City Hall

 Former Spandau Ballet singer Tony Hadley Announced for Cork Jazz Festival

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Tony Hadley @ Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Saturday, 28 October 2023, 7.00pm

• CORK CITY HALL

Tony Hadley, previously of Spandau Ballet, is scheduled to perform at the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, along with special guests, the Spring Break 80s show. The event will be hosted at Cork City Hall on Saturday, 28th October, starting at 7pm. Tickets will be available on www.ticketmaster.ie from Thursday, July 6, at 10am.

Born in London, Tony Hadley initially had aspirations towards a career in medicine, but a winning performance in a holiday singing competition led him to choose music as his vocation. He went on to front Spandau Ballet, the 80s New Romantic band, and had numerous chart-topping singles and albums worldwide, including 'Through the Barricades', 'True', and 'Gold'.

Although Spandau Ballet disbanded in 1990, Hadley took part in two reunions which inspired the film “Soul Boys Of The Western World”. He has since left the band permanently and focused on his solo career, earning a Gold Badge from the British Academy of Composers and Songwriters in 2005. His contribution to the 2016 movie 'Eddie The Eagle' extended his reach to a wider audience.

Hadley released a solo album titled 'Talking To The Moon' in 2018, and in 2020, he released a new single 'Obvious', co-written with Mick Lister. In 2022, he embarked on his 40th Anniversary Tour and published a photo book titled "My Life In Pictures".

Tickets for the event, costing €45 + booking fee for standing and €55 + booking fee for reserved balcony seating, will be available on Ticketmaster from Thursday, July 6 at 10AM.

Counselling Service to Peope with Dementia and Families

Counselling service

We continue to offer a counselling service to people with dementia and families and currently have some available slots. They can be face to face (in Doneraile), over the phone or on-line. Participants pay €10 per session and we have a grant to cover the balance. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you wish to avail of the service.

Some quotes from those who have used the service:

 

‘The facilitator instilled a sense of positivity that made me aware that everything was not lost’ (a person with dementia)

‘I needed to talk to tell somebody about the experience of seeing my parents decline like this. It found it brought me some confidence that I didn’t have (in being able to care for them)’ relative of a person with dementia

 

Dementia Public Information evening

Takes place Wed 13^th September, The Culturlann, Newmarket, 7-9pm, details to follow

 

Bantry Memory café

Takes place on Wednesday 2^nd August in the Maritime Hotel, 11am-1pm. Contact Juliette 087 9103036 for further details

 

Later stages dementia online course

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland are running online courses for relatives of people with advanced dementia.
They will be facilitated in September and November.
Content includes:
-Later stage symptoms
-Transitions in later stage dementia care
-Emotional well-being for the person living with dementia
-Coping and self-care
-Person-centred communication approaches
-Review, reflect and look ahead

For more information visit www.alzheimer.ie or email familycarertraining@alzheimer.ie

 

All the best

Sheena

 

 

Sheena Cadoo

 

Occupational Therapist / North Cork Dementia Alliance Lead | BSc OT, MSc Dementia Care |Cork Kerry Community Healthcare | Health Service Executive| Memory Resource Room  | Floor 2 | Mallow Primary Healthcare Centre| Mallow | Co Cork | Eircode: P51Y8EC.

Tel. 022/58700 | Mobile 086 787 1818 | E-mail: sheena.cadoo@hse.ie | www.ncdementiaalliance.ie

 

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