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Irish Dementia Cafe Network

@DemCafeNetwork

The Irish Dementia Cafe Network brings together dementia/Alzheimer/memory cafes from Letterkenny to Cork, and Glasnevin to Galway.

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Joined September 2020
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Kim and Michelle met with Dublin's Lord Mayor, Emma Blain, yesterday. One of new mayor's focus areas is dementia awareness and Engaging Dementia & The Irish Dementia Cafe Network look forward to working alongside her across the coming year. @EmmaBlain @DubCityCouncil
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Many of us are struggling with memory loss after spending so much time in lockdown. Read the 5 practical tips to exercise your memory in this article. #memory #brainhealth irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/…
Brain fog and blurry thinking: How to tackle pandemic memory loss

Brain fog and blurry thinking:  How to tackle pandemic memory loss 

Repeated lockdowns, where weeks and months merged into each other, have taken a toll on our ability to recall. But there are ways to move beyond it, say the experts

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Don't miss the opportunity to present at the biggest #dementia event in Ireland!
Engaging Dementia (@EngagingDemIrl) profile pictureEngaging Dementia
@EngagingDemIrl16 Mar 2022
The Call for Abstracts for the 14th International Dementia Conference is now open! Download the application form and be in with a chance to speak at the conference on the 15/16 Nov 2022 bit.ly/3Jk1Hml #dementiacare #dementiasupport #Nursinghomes @dementia_office
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Engaging Dementia
@EngagingDemIrl16 Mar 2022
The Call for Abstracts for the 14th International Dementia Conference is now open! Download the application form and be in with a chance to speak at the conference on the 15/16 Nov 2022 bit.ly/3Jk1Hml #dementiacare #dementiasupport #Nursinghomes @dementia_office
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Do you want to contribute to a dementia-inclusive community? Join our free workshop and learn how to set up a Dementia Cafe! Register here bit.ly/3LLoA3R The project is managed by Engaging Dementia, commissioned by the @dementia_office (HSE) #dementiasupports #dementia
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The @CareBright1 #dementiacafe in Bruff is back this Thursday at 4 pm with occupational therapist Marie Curry! #limerick #dementiasupport Info at [email protected]
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#dementiasupport
Engaging Dementia (@EngagingDemIrl) profile pictureEngaging Dementia
@EngagingDemIrl31 Jan 2022
Dementia ambassador Helen Rochford-Brennan talks to Tommy Tiernan, watch the full interview on RTE Player! rte.ie/culture/2022/0130/127… via @rte @rochfordbrennan @dementia_office @alzheimersocirl
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A rousing call to action re HomeCare from @rochfordbrennan on @Tommedian this evening. HomeCare is not just about personal care, it’s about social activity also. We have to take a more holistic view #TommyTiernanShow
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Watch how music helps people living with dementia reconnect with their family members #dementiasupport #music Power Of Music On The Brain | Dementia & Parkinson's youtu.be/rnUSNbqtVJI via @YouTube
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Dementia Helpline@Walesdementia21 Dec 2021
We are here all the way through the festive season including the Bank Holidays. If you need support ring 0808 808 2235 anytime 24/7. (cr)
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Our Age Friendly Magazine is back for Winter 2021/22! 🤩🗞️ It contains local info & supports, health & wellbeing info, short stories, poetry, recipes, activities & puzzles More info about the launch at: dlrcoco.ie/en/news/general-n… #dlrCommunity @AgeFriendlyIrl @AgeAction
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#DementiaSupports
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (@alzheimersocirl) profile pictureThe Alzheimer Society of Ireland@alzheimersocirl21 Dec 2021
Please see Helpline opening Hours for Christmas & New Year. If you are contacting us outside of hours leave a brief message with your name & number on 1800 341 341 or email [email protected] & your call or email will be returned when the helpline re-opens. #DementiaSupports
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#dementiacafe
CareBright (@CareBright1) profile pictureCareBright@CareBright116 Dec 2021
We were at #BruffTidyTowns #ChristmasMarket & made over €500 for #TheYarnSocialDayClub!🥳A big thank you to Eleanor Lyons for donating all funds from her art & knitwear to the Yarn Social Day Club. We still have crafts available at The Yarn Cafe! Thank you for the support so far
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Forget-Me-Nots Choir@FMNchoir16 Dec 2021
Thrilled to share our Christmas song ‘Snowflakes’ written by our member Gerry O’Halloran arr @NorahCWalsh. We think it captures the joy and simplicity of Christmas. Love to our many friends and supporters & huge thank you to @mfirstcu who made it possible. youtu.be/u4vvx9a6nS4
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We are delighted to announce our new partnership with @TheRollingDonut 💜🍩 Make sure to visit The Rolling Donut this weekend where they will be selling a special ASI donut. We are really looking forward to working with the team over the coming months! #DonutForDementia #TeamASI
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#dementiacafe
CareBright (@CareBright1) profile pictureCareBright@CareBright115 Dec 2021
The #DementiaCafe with @DemCafeNetwork is back tomorrow! The dementia cafe is a welcoming, once-monthly meeting for anyone who is affected by #dementia.
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CareBright (@CareBright1) profile pictureCareBright@CareBright113 Dec 2021
Join us this Thursday 16th for our #DementiaCafe in association with @DemCafeNetwork This is for anyone affected by #dementia & those interested are welcome to attend. We will have seasonal treats & festivities, so please come along! #LivingWithDementia #DementiaCarer #CareBright
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On Sat, 11th Dec at 2 pm @BrainfmApp will host a Holiday Special to bring the global dementia community together for an hour of science, song and dance! Register bit.ly/3yevrw7 Bring a festive drink! Wear a celebratory outfit! #dementiasupport #music #brainhealth #dance
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Another great opportunity to celebrate Christmas with #dementiacafe, @BallinaCafe will host their Virtual Festive Cafe with 3 super special guests on the 16th Dec! Contact details in the image below #dementiasupport #christmas2021
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National Dementia Services (@dementia_office) profile pictureNational Dementia Services@dementia_office8 Dec 2021
There are 29 Memory Technology Resource Rooms for people with memory problems including those living with #dementia. These rooms showcase a range of technologies & provide assessment & guidance on different products. Find a room near you tinyurl.com/yxnft2m8
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