The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s Bessboro Day Centre Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Activity Lodge & Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of Tea Day

Andy Heffernan CEO ASI pictured at The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s Bessboro Day Centre in Cork City for the official launch of its Activity Lodge, the first-of-its-kind in Ireland. Photography By Gerard McCarthy 087 8537228 On Saturday, 25 th May 2024, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s (The ASI’s) Bessboro Day Centre will officially open its…

CRITICAL Charity rolls out new fleet to doctors

Emergency medical response charity CRITICAL has launched its new fleet of rapid response cars. The organisation is providing its teams of critical and advanced care doctors with four-wheel drive vehicles to ensure they can get to the scene of emergencies quickly and safely.   The charity currently has a network of 10 doctors and consultants…

Minister of State for Disabilities Anne Rabbitte announces funding for two AsIAm ‘Autism One Stop Shops’

Minister of State for Disabilities, Anne Rabbitte, has announced that new funding has been allocated to two AsIAm “Autism One Stop Shops’. These locations will operate as hubs to provide coordinated, effective, neuroaffirmative evidence-based destinations where Autistic adults, children and their families can receive information and direct support. This offering will expand the reach and…

Professional Rugby Player Alex Kendellen Joins The Hope Foundation as Ambassador

The Hope Foundation (HOPE), the Cork-based charity dedicated to supporting street-connected and slum-dwelling children and communities in Kolkata, India, proudly announces the appointment of Alex Kendellen as its newest ambassador.   With HOPE celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the addition of Alex as an ambassador further strengthens the organisation’s commitment to making a positive…

Shortlists announced for the Lord Mayor’s Community and Voluntary Awards 2024

The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Kieran McCarthy this week announced the shortlisted organisations for Cork City’s Lord Mayor’s Community and Voluntary Awards 2024. This year sees the 21st anniversary of these awards, co-sponsored by The Echo/Echolive.ie, media partners since it’s inception.   Speaking at the announcement the Lord Mayor praised the work of all organisations,…