Engaging Dementia
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Engaging Dementia is a registered charity that tackles dementia head on. We provide training and resources for those who care for people with dementia.
With an ageing population comes greater levels of loneliness, with social isolation increasing your risk of developing dementia. Join this free webinar to find out how the Adopt a Grandparent Charity in the UK is alleviating loneliness for older people living in care homes by…
☕New Cafe in Glasnevin☕ Coffee ‘n’ Chat offers a welcoming space for connection, creativity, and fun for those with Younger Onset Dementia or Early-Stage Dementia. It is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships in a supportive and uplifting environment. 📅 1st Wednesday…
☕New Cafe in Herbert Park, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 ☕ Coffee ‘n’ Chat offers a welcoming space for connection, creativity, and fun for those with Younger Onset Dementia or Early-Stage Dementia. It is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships in a supportive and uplifting…
FREE WEBINAR: Designing Inclusive Environments for People with Dementia In recent years there has been a growing interest in and awareness of the importance of dementia friendly environmental design across all health and care environments as well as for people living with…
Some Dementia Cafés may be taking a summer break, so we suggest reaching out to your local Café to check if they’re open before visiting. We wouldn’t want you to make the trip and miss out! You can find a full list of Café contacts here: buff.ly/rnZHL90
Our first Summer Session takes place this coming Friday from 11 - 12pm. To register, click here: buff.ly/OJ8GwCV If the event is fully booked, there is a waiting list option – out your name on it and someone will be in touch if a place becomes available! These…
Alzheimer's Disease International Webinar: Enhancing Dementia Education Through Global Best Practices Dementia education is vital to enhancing quality of life, promoting independence, and supporting the well-being of people living with dementia. This dynamic webinar brings…
As some Dementia Cafés take a break over the summer months, Engaging Dementia has teamed up with IMMA’s Azure Programme to offer a series of Online Art Tours — a creative and engaging way to stay connected and inspired. Tour Dates: • Friday July 18th 11-12pm • Friday August…
☕New Cafe in St. Anne's Park, Clontarf starts this Wednesday☕ Coffee ‘n’ Chat offers a welcoming space for connection, creativity, and fun for those with Younger Onset Dementia or Early-Stage Dementia. It is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships in a supportive and…
☕New Cafe in St. Anne's Park, Clontarf starts this Wednesday☕ Coffee ‘n’ Chat offers a welcoming space for connection, creativity, and fun for those with Younger Onset Dementia or Early-Stage Dementia. It is a wonderful opportunity to build friendships in a supportive and…
🎉 What a success!🎉 There was a wonderful atmosphere at the official launch of Café Memoir in @TallaghtLibrary last Wednesday afternoon. Café Memoir offers a welcoming space to share stories, connect with others and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together over a cup of tea and some…
Drogheda United in association with The Alzheimer's Society Of Ireland and Community partner Fitz Scientific are presenting Sporting Memories in the Twelfth Man Lounge at Sullivan and Lambe Park, home of the Drogs for tea and coffee and an opportunity to look at Drogheda United…
Parkrun Ireland is proud to partner with the HSE for the Dementia: Understand Together campaign and have launched the parkrun dementia manual – a new initiative designed to make parkruns across the country more welcoming and inclusive for people living with dementia, their…
📖 Book Launch📖 We’re delighted to share news of a new publication by Dr. Sabina Brennan: 'Still Me – A Neuroscientist’s Guide to Caring for Someone with Dementia', releasing on 17 July 2025. Drawing on both her professional expertise and deeply personal experience of caring…
☕ The Kingdom Dementia Cafe☕ Join the Kingdom Dementia Café in Tralee for a tea/coffee on Thursday the 3rd of July at 11 a.m. in the beautiful Rose Room in the restaurant. Guest speakers are the brilliant team from @KerryCoMuseum. The café provides support for individuals,…
☕ NEW CAFES Announcement☕ Congrats to the 2 new Dementia Cafés & social club which launched in Connemara. Located in Carraroe, Clifden and Lettermullen, the cafés have received funding from Healthy County Galway, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, and Creative Ireland.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland has launched its Pre-Budget Submission 2026, calling for over €9 million in investment to address the growing needs of people living with dementia and their family carers. Read more about it here: buff.ly/c6xPDBx
☕ Launching on Wed, July 2nd — Tallaght’s Café Memoir! Come along for the 1st gathering of Café Memoir, a monthly meet-up designed for people living with dementia, their families, carers, and healthcare professionals. When: First Wed every month, 3-5PM Where: Tallaght Library
🎬 This Month at St. Joseph's Cinema Club. Enjoy the classic Singin’ in the Rain! 🗓 When: Saturday, 21 June at 2:00 PM 📍 Where: St. Joseph's, Shankill, D18 TY00 The Cinema Club meets every 3rd Sat of the month, so save the date for their next screening on Sat, 19 July.
We still have a few spaces available for our online Sonas Licence Renewal Day, on Friday, June 27. Refresh your skills, stay up to date with developments, and renew your licence for continued delivery. Please contact [email protected] or book on: buff.ly/wTV9Z5n
