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31/05/2026

Great news!

31/05/2026

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The Right Care in the Right Place: NAI 2026 Pre Budget Campaign.

The Neurological Alliance of Irelands advocacy campaign in the lead up to this year’s Budget focuses on access to neurology and neurorehabilitation services in line with the commitments within the current Programme for Government.

The latest NAI report Towards an Equitable Integrated Neurology Service for Ireland highlights the need for equitable access to neurology services for early diagnosis and appropriate care.

What are NAI Calling For:

1) Investment in regional neurology services and specialist pathways for early diagnosis in line with the Programme for Government commitment to investment in neurology services.

2) Investment to complete the rollout of community neurorehabilitation teams in line with the commitment within the current Programme for Government.

22/05/2026

Disappointing to hear that the turnout in the two constituencies is so low

22/05/2026

21/05/2026

Irish Wheelchair Rugby have been drawn to play Israel in the European Championship on the 28th of May. The team have voiced concerns over this game with their national governing body, the Irish Wheelchair Association. The Irish team plan to protest the match. One team member, Alan Dineen has confirmed he will boycott the Israeli game stating “I am boycotting the game against Israel because I cannot separate sport from the reality of what is happening in Gaza and Palestine. Through my work fundraising with Aclaí Palestine in the Aida Refugee Camp, I have seen first-hand the impact that occupation and violence have on people’s daily lives. Gaza now has one of the highest numbers of child amputees per capita in the world, with thousands of children having lost one or more limbs. I believe what is occurring constitutes genocide, as described by numerous human rights organisations and legal experts. Sport is a powerful platform that can create social change, and I believe athletes have a responsibility to take a stand when fundamental human rights are at stake.” World Wheelchair Rugby Irish Wheelchair Association Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) Movement Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign (IPSC) ACLAÍ Palestine

21/05/2026

12/05/2026

Happy International Nurses Day to all nurses across Ireland and beyond from everyone at Changing Places Ireland 💙

Today we celebrate the compassion, dedication and professionalism of nurses who care for people and families every single day. Thank you for the incredible work you do in hospitals, communities, homes and care settings across the country.

Your kindness, advocacy and support make such a difference in the lives of so many. Happy International Nurses Day! 🌷

ID: A blue and white poster celebrating International Nurses Day from Changing Places Ireland. Large bold text reads “Happy International Nurses Day!” beside the Changing Places symbol. The poster thanks nurses across Ireland and beyond for their compassion, dedication and professionalism. Blue heart illustrations appear throughout the design, with a heart-shaped message at the bottom saying “Thank you nurses!”. The Changing Places Ireland logo and accessibility message are displayed along the bottom of the poster.

12/05/2026

Happy International Nurses Day💜🏥

Today, we celebrate all the incredibly hardworking nurses around the globe. Your compassion, dedication, and strength make a difference in the lives of so many patients and families.

NAI would like to show our appreciation for all the neurology nurses worldwide. During , we highlighted the importance of specialised neurology nurses and how they care for patients and families all over Ireland. See www.nai.ie for more information.

12/05/2026

Disgraceful

Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West, Mark Ward, has highlighted the long waiting times for occupational therapy (OT) services in his constituency. Deputy Ward was speaking following HSE responses to c…

10/05/2026

Are you caring for someone full-time? 🤝

You may be able to get Carer’s Allowance if:
✅ You’re 18 or older
✅ Your income is less than a certain amount
✅ You’re not working, training or studying for more than 18.5 hours a week
✅ You’re not living in a hospital, convalescent home or similar setting
✅ You live in Ireland

To get the payment, your income must be below a certain amount. Some of your weekly income (or ‘means’) is not taken into account in the means test:
🙍 €625 for a single person
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 €1,250 for a couple

The maximum personal rate of Carer’s Allowance is €270 per week. The amount you get depends on your income.