MWCDS – Family Forum (Click here for Information)
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Cerebral Palsy Foundation – Community Forum
– Assistive Technology – Information
– Nutrition – Information
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Limerick Parenting Calendar – Limerick CYPSC – Information
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Limerick Sports Partnership – September Swimming Lessions – Information
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How to apply for Domiciliary Care Allowance on MyWelfare.ie
Provided by Dept of Social Welfare Video – Click Here
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Down Syndrome Ireland – Upcoming Seminars – Information
These webinars support parents, teachers, and other professionals working with children and adults with Down syndrome at the different stages of their life.
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Community Conversations Online – Cerebral Palsy Foundation – Information
Overview: Please see information about an upcoming webinar that will prove useful to your clients in your service. In order to prepare properly for this webinar we are currently seeking questions prior to this event on our members Facebook Page – (20+) Cerebral Palsy Foundation Ireland | Facebook
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Dyspraxis / DCD Family Day
We are delighted to inform you of our DCD family Day in Limerick Education Together Secondary school in Castletroy Limerick (Limerick ETSS, Towlerton, Groody Road, Castletroy, Limerick V94 32H4) on Friday the 15th of August between 10:30 and 12:30.
The day is being run in collaboration between Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland’s POTTS programme and Limerick Sports Partnership for families of children with DCD and will include a variety of inclusive activities and the opportunity to try some new sports too, as well as the chance to meet some new friends. Groups will be divided by age on the day.
There will be the opportunity for parents to connect with other parents of children with Dyspraxia/DCD on the day also. Parents are required to stay for the duration of the activities.
Where: Limerick ETSS, Towlerton, Groody Road, Castletroy, Limerick (V94 32H4)
When: Friday August 15th Time: 10:30 – 12:30 Ages: 8-13 Cost: Free
If you would like to sign up to the day or have any questions in relation to the event, please contact us @potts@dyspraxia.ie and we will follow up with the application form. If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Application form and more information HERE
For more information pleaase contact: Sally Wilson – Sport Inclusion & Disability Officer – Limerick Sports Partnership – T: 061- 524976 – E: swilson@limericksports.ie
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Para-Standing Tennis Programme
Tennis Ireland recently launched their new National Para-Standing Tennis Programme in Castleknock Tennis Club and we are now delighted to invite you to the Munster Launch at Killaloe Ballina Tennis Club, New St, Knockyclovaun, Killaloe, V94 C627 on Sunday August 10th from 2-4pm. Para-Standing Tennis is suitable for people of all ages with a physical disability who wish to play tennis without using a wheelchair. This includes individuals with limb loss, limb deficiencies, cerebral palsy, acquired brain injuries, or people of short stature. Para-Standing Tennis integrates easily with the non-disabled game, as it can be played on any regular tennis court without modifications to tennis rackets or balls. Players are asked to register Here
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Webinar: Empowering Yourself: Tips on Using Your Voice to Advocate for Your Child in a Healthcare Setting – More Information
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Family Fun Science Fair
INFANT Research Centre at University College Cork (UCC) is hosting a family fun science fair on Saturday 9th August 2025 between 12-4pm at the Fota Wildlife Park’s Education, Conservation and Research Centre (ECRC) – More Information
If you’re interested in attending, please register in advance here: https://forms.office.com/e/utzxmNMkEG
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Community Resouces – Information
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Inclusive Dance Camps – Hosted by Dance Limerick – More Information
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Inclusion Family Day – Limerick Sports Partnership – Information
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Helium Arts – FREE Summer Art Camps – Nenagh Ennis Limerick
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Special Olympics Ireland Motor Activities Come and Try Event
For individuals with profound intellectual disability and complex support needs – Flyer
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Family Carers Ireland Family Carers Week – Flyer
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Let’s Get Ready Ireland – Preschool Resouces – Information
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Limerick Summer Rowing Camps 2025 – In assosciation with GetGoingGetRowing – Information
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Derg AC Inclusive Summer camp – Clare Sports Partnership – Information
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CYPSC – Update and Userful Links – Info. Sheet
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Health Passport Information – See HSE Information Page
The Health Passport (HSE) App has now been updated and is available on Google Play and Apple Stores to download. The App has been developed in recognition of the challenges that exist for adults and children with a disability (and their families) accessing healthcare and communicating their needs. The App now includes additional content and functions with sections on Critical Information, Person, Communication, Decision-Making, Medical History, Food & Drink, and Personal Care. There is an edit function where children and their parents can input in the information which can the be accessed easily in hospital, GP practice, dentist etc.
You can access an Easy Read Guidance for Completing the Health Passport (HSE), a video instruction with ISL and more information is all available on the link above.
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Cerebral Palsy Foundation – upcoming Family Community Forums – See poster
These forums are for children and adults living with Cerebral Palsy and their families. It will be an opportunity to meet with the foundation and hear expert advice and research in Cerebral Palsy.
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The National Disability Authority (NDA) – Independent Review of the Children’s Disability Network Team Service Model.
The HSE have commissioned the NDA to conduct a review of the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT) Service Model. The NDA is the independent statutory body providing evidence-based advice and research to Government on disability policy and practice and promoting Universal Design.
You can find out more information – Here and get a link to the survey – Here
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Jigsaws Mental Health Support for Parents
Neart is a partnership between Jigsaw, the National Centre for Youth Mental Health and the National Educational Psychological Service/Department of Education. Please find attached a flyer with information/link to how you can register to receive their monthly newsletter. Once registered, you will receive a monthly newsletter from them with updates about live webinars and other supports you can avail of in the coming months – Flyer
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Treaty Rollers Multi Sport Club – Flier
Treaty Rollers, a multi-sport junior club are based in Limerick. The club is open to all children aged from 6 to 17 years with a physical disability; their siblings are also welcome. Our club meet once a week for a range of activities. See Flyer for additional information.
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INFANT Research Centre at UCC leading the Elevate Research Programme – Flier
They are currently seeking members to join their National Public and Patient Involvement Panel which will focus on Cerebral Palsy Research. This panel will play a key role in shaping CP research in Ireland over the next five years.
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Childrens Health Ireland research on Coping with Infant Crying – Poster
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Srategies to Support Transition HSE Adult Rehabilitation Training or Day Services
MidWest Young Adult Disability Team are hosting a workshop for parents and guardians on Strategies to Support Transition HSE Adult Rehabilitation Training or Day Services. – Poster
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Paralympics Ireland
Paralympics Irelandis excited to announce the first Allianz Next Gen event of 2025, taking place on April 13th at the University of Limerick.
This event is designed for individuals who have begun their Para sport journey and would like to delve into the world of Para Triathlon and Cycling specifically – for more information: Press Release
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Every Voice Counts: Help Improve Cerebral Palsy Care in Ireland! – Survey
The CP Foundation are an international organisation who endeavour to improve the lives and outcomes for those with CP. They have a significant amount of influence and as such it would be great to get as many Irish respondents to this as possible, so their voices can be heard.
If you or a family member has CP fill in this 7-9 min anonymous online survey. Your direct responses will help shape the Cerebral Palsy Foundation programme of excellence in Ireland and advocacy efforts as they improve care across the lifespan.
Please share this with anyone else you know in the CP community and relevant groups. Click this link to fill the survey in: https://bit.ly/CPFIrelandSurvey
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Cerebral Palsy Foundation Family Fun Day
Cerebral Palsy Foundation is inviting children with CP and their families to a FREE Family Fun Day at The Heritage Hotel, Killenard, Laois. This event aims to bring CP families together to network, share experiences, and enjoy a fun, relaxed environment. You can find a poster Here and the registration link can be found here: https://cerebralpalsyfoundation.regfox.com/irish-family-fun-day-cerebral-palsy-foundation
#GoGreenforCerebralPalsy Campaign
Cerebral Palsy Foundation encourage all CP families, clinicians, carers, and communities to show their support by participating in our #GoGreenforCerebralPalsy campaign. This can be done by sharing and promoting green-themed initiatives on social media using the hashtags:
#keepyourgreen #gogreen4CP #cerebralpalsyawarenessmonth
Alternatively, participants can email their initiatives to us at nicola.welford@yourcpf.org, and we will feature them on their social media channels.
GENERAL EVENTS INFORMATION (Non Service Specific)
Events / News:
Neart – Jigsaw’s Mental Health Supports for Parent(s) / Guardian(s) – Information Flyer
Rights and Entitlements – Family Carers Ireland – Information Flyer
Supporting your child’s positive mental health in the early years – National Parents Council – Information and Booking
My Happy Place – A new Neurodiverse Play Centre in Limerick – Info.
Nationwide Changing Places – The facilities may be beneficial for children/Families when out on day trips etc – Link to Website
Up-Coming Summer Camps:
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Past Events
Homesharing – A partnership between the HSE, Avista, Brothers of Charity and Enable Ireland
Information Session for people living in the Limerick/North Tipperary/Clare areas who may be interested in HomeSharing. Home Sharing is a community-based service that provides both short breaks (respite) and full-time (shared living) placements to children and adults with a disability. These breaks take place in the Host Carer’s Home. The scheme is voluntary; however host carers are paid an allowance which is tax free. – See poster
Christmas Advice for Parents – Flier
Helium Arts – Upcoming Events – Info.
Basketball Try-Outs 2024 – Sports Union for athletes with down syndrome – INFO
Helium Arts – Bedtime Adventures – For Children children aged 6 and under with Lifelong Health Conditions (Galway / Limerick / Cork) – (Booking and Info.)
Invitation from the World Health Organisation re Assistive Technology in Ireland
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe is currently completing a national assessment of assistive technology provision in Ireland, as requested by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth. As part of this assessment, it is very important to them that they hear directly from assistive technology users and their families, carers, and supporters. WHO considers assistive technology to include any product, whether produced for persons with disabilities or available to the public, which helps to support and maintain independence and participation in the community for persons with disabilities, those who are ageing, or those with other health conditions. In Ireland, some of these fall under the description of aids and appliances, however the WHO definition encompasses a wider range of products and technologies.
WHO are hosting a series of online consultation meetings to hear from you directly. These will be conducted on the Zoom meeting platform on four different occasions. You are invited to choose one of the four sessions to participate. The dates/times are as follows:
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- Tuesday, 19th November,10am
- Thursday, 21st November, 4pm
- Thursday, 5 December 7pm
- Monday, 9 December 12pm (noon)
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To register, please complete the form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/3adW7kyp39
Once you have registered, they will forward the meeting link and additional information to your email address directly.
Inclusion Camp – Camp hosted by Ballyhoura Development CLG / Tusla / Limerick Sports Partnership – July 2024Info
Athletics Summer Camp – Derg Athletics in association with Clare Sports Partnership – July 2024Info
Inclusive Dance Club / Summer Camp – Camp hosted by Dance Limerick / Limerick Sports Partnership – July 2024Info
Inclusive Summer Camps 2024 – Overview – Camp hosted/promoted by Limerick Sports PartnershipInfo
Limerick Multi-Sport Summer Camp – Camp hosted by Irish Wheelchair Assosication / Limerick Sports Partnership – July 2024 Info
Invitation to Participate in Research about Accessing SEN Assessment and Intervention in Ireland
Dr. Huichao Xie from the School of Education at University College Dublin is conducting a research study aimed at understanding the experiences of children and families when accessing special educational needs (SEN) assessment and intervention services in Ireland. This research seeks to gather insights that will help improve the identification and support for children with special educational needs. If you would like more information about how to participate – Click Here
Home Tuition 2023/2024 – Information
What Next Fair 2024 – Organised by Mid-West CDNT’s – Nov. 18th 2024 – More Information / Schedule
Expo 2024 – Organised by HSE Disability Day Services – Nov. 21st 2024 – More Information
SportsAbility Day 2024 – Friday September 027th – UL Sports Arena – Info.
Special Needs Trust Planning Workshop – Thursday, September 19th, from 8:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. – Info.
Young Adult Disability Team – Strategies to Support Transition to Adult Rehab Training of Day Services – 13th June 2024 (Info) Please ensure to register if interested.
Helium Arts – Creative Workshops in Limerick and Ennis – Various Date (Info.)
Information Night – Limerick Community Special School – 11 March 2024 (Info.)
Special Needs Trust Planning Workshop – March 2024 (Info.)
Dóchas – Autism Specific (Q&A Session) – February 2024 (Info.)
Dóchas – Parents Coffee Morining – February 2024 (Info.)
Tusla Child and Family Agency – Limerick Parenting Calendar (September to December 2023) – Click here for LINK / Calendar
Children’s Disability Family Network – Coffee Morning – “Have Your Voice Heard” (January 2024) – Information
What Next Fair 2023 ? Dear Parents, the local Children’s Disability Network Teams have organised a ‘What Next?’ Fair which will take place for young persons attending our services aged 16-19yrs and their parents/carers. This event will provide information on options/services for young people when they leave school. Please contact 061-498733 to book your place. Date / Time: Wednesday November 29th 2023 from 4.30 – 7.30 pm (Additional information on the event can be found at Here)
Inclusive Dance Club for 7- 14 Year olds – Hosted by Dance Limerick – Click here for Poster
Hospital Family Resource Centre – Empowering Parents Programme – Click here for Poster
Inclusive Athletics Summer Camp – Information
Limerick Sports Partnership – Move Well Initiative – Information
Saturday Meet Ups for Teens in Limerick (13 – 15 Years) – Hosted by Helium – Click here for Information
The Mid-West Autism and Disability Resource Fair (November 2023) Limerick – Click here for Information
Tusla Child and Family Agency – Limerick Parenting Calendar (January to June 2023) – LINK / Information
Powerball Football Training – All Welcome – Information
HSE’s new YouTube playlist of ‘Infant Mental Health’ videos. LINK