September Updates and resources

 

A few things that may be of interest:

 

August Social Club

We had a fantastic day in Ballyhooly. First up was a walk in the woods led by Pat Nash, followed by an unbelievable spread and trad session. Massive thanks to the Nash family for hosting the event and providing all the delicious food and fabulous music.

To see photos from the day go to Facebook (Cork Dementia Services) and Instagram (corkdementiaservices)

 

Cork GAA Afternoon of Memories

We are delighted to be teaming with Mallow GAA club to host Cork GAA Afternoon of Memories (see attached poster). It is being held on Monday 18^th September, 2.30 to 4.30pm in Mallow GAA complex. We are looking forward to hearing Fergal McCormack speak about his experience playing for the 1999 Cork team that won the Senior Hurling Final. There will be archived footage, memorabilia, discussion groups, refreshments and more. Anyone can attend but booking is essential, Email me or text me on 086 787 1818.

We want to make sure as many people as possible hear about this event so if you are in a position to put up posters in your locality please get in touch and I can post them to you.

 

Bessboro Social Club

Takes place on Sat 9^th September in Bessboro Day Care Centre, Blackrock, 1-3pm. Contact Jerry Foley 021 497 2504 or email jeremiah.foley@alzheimer.ie

 

On line music therapy group for carers

Please see attached information on an online music therapy group taking place for relatives of people with dementia. The group begins again on Monday 28^th August 1.30-2.15 and will run for several consecutive Mondays, no commitment required. Email hilary.moss@ul.ie

 

Virtual Dementia Café

On Friday  1^st September a virtual dementia café is taking place which will explore ways to keep our brains healthy especially with dance. The café takes place 1-2pm, for more information or to receive the link email virtaulcafe@engagingdementia.ie

 

Memory Lane Games App

I recently came across this app which has a wide range of memory games which may be of interest

 

 

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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