Nenagh to host dementia awareness workshops
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Denise Reid, Kelly’s Chemist; Mary Cussen, Development Association, Newport Clg; Deirdre Keller, Nenagh Chamber of Commerce and Corrina Downes, attending a recent Friends of ASI Nenagh Dementia Awareness Workshop.Image 2 of 2
Representatives from Nenagh Arts Centre staff after completing a Friends of ASI Nenagh Dementia Awareness Workshop.Raising awareness of dementia is a key mission for the Friends of ASI Nenagh. Since the start of the year, the group has successfully hosted six dementia awareness workshops, reaching over 60 individuals from local businesses, sports clubs, and community organisations.
Their commitment and passion have helped inspire a more compassionate, informed, and dementia-inclusive community here in Nenagh.
The organisations that have participated include Nenagh Chamber of Commerce, Nenagh Credit Union, Nenagh Library, North Tipperary Development Company, Áras Mhuire Nursing Home, AIB Nenagh, Revenue Commissioners Nenagh, An Garda Síochána, Nenagh; Nenagh Walking Club, Silver Arch Family Resource Centre, HSE, Nenagh Manor Nursing Home, Nenagh Arts Centre, Nenagh Tourist Office, MABS Nenagh, Nenagh Day Centre, Tipperary County Council, Newport Community Centre, Development Association Newport Clg and Kelly's Chemist.
Participants proudly display the ‘Friends of ASI Dementia Inclusive Community’ sticker - a visible sign of support, understanding, and inclusion for people living with dementia. Be sure to look out for these stickers around town and know that these businesses and groups are making a real difference.
Upcoming Workshops
The next set of free Dementia Awareness Workshops will take place on Tuesday, November 11.
Workshop Topics:
- Understanding Dementia
- Communicating Effectively
- Creating a Dementia Inclusive Community
The workshops will take place in Nenagh Library, O'Rahilly Street, Nenagh (E45 AK50) from 10 - 11.30am or 12.30 - 2pm or 3 - 4.30pm.
Whether you’re an individual, business owner, sports club committee member, or community leader, these workshops offer practical insights on how to better support those living with dementia in Nenagh and North Tipperary.
Reserve your place
Reserve your place and be part of creating a more inclusive Nenagh. Contact Laura Curtin, Community Engagement Officer with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland on 087 3736496 or email laura.curtin@alzheimer.ie.