Alzheimers Society of Ireland
Today’s Shedcast comes from “The Bungalow” at Bluebell Fishing Men’s Shed in Dublin. Host Ben Dolan and Lorraine Conneely of the IMSA are joined by Julie Greene and Cathryn O’Leary of the Alzheimers Society of Ireland to discuss Alzheimers and dementia, memory loss and the supports provided by the ASI.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s National Helpline is a confidential information and support service for people with dementia and their families, carers, anyone concerned about their memory and those working or studying in the field.
The Helpline service aims to provide accurate, up-to-date, accessible and relevant information and emotional support for service users.
Helpline opening hours
The Helpline is open 6 days a week:
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm
Saturday 10 am to 4 pm
Call 1800 341 341 or email helpline@alzheimer.ie
Our Freephone number is available to callers within the Republic of Ireland. If you live abroad, you can contact our national office at +353 1 207 3800 and ask for our Helpline Service. Telephone charges will apply.
Helpline calls and emails are occasionally monitored for training and evaluation purposes.
Helpline Advisers and trained Helpline Volunteers are available to talk to you in confidence about:
- Information about dementia and memory loss
- Different causes of dementia
- How a diagnosis is made
- Accessing services and supports
- Practical tips for living well day-to-day
- Legal and financial affairs
- Emotional support and much more…
