News - disabilities
Work under way on million-euro Carrick respite facility
The five-bed development will be located at Autumn View in Carrick-on-Shannon.
Oct 7, 2025 08:13
Leitrim parents welcome major step towards residential care home
The news was confirmed this week that the property has been fully acquired for use following a long battle for the service.
Apr 9, 2025 13:51
Property identified in Leitrim for care home for people with disabilities
The news follows a meeting between the HSE, parents and politicians in the Bush Hotel in Carrick-on-Shannon this afternoon.
Sep 20, 2024 18:13
Mohill man critical of local services for people with disabilities
He described services for people with disabilities in most hotels, pubs and restaurants as 'diabolical'.
Mar 27, 2024 17:57
Roscommon events to highlight National Make Way Day tomorrow
Make Way Day highlights the needs of people with disabilities in public spaces.
Sep 21, 2023 16:32
1,150 children with complex needs seeking help from Roscommon disability services
There are 4,153 children with complex needs registered with Disability Network teams in the west.
May 29, 2023 13:33
Roscommon mother condemns Taoiseach over 'slow learners' comments
Monica condemned the Taoiseach for what she says is a childish pop at an opposition party.
May 24, 2023 14:34
Hiqa praise quality of care at Longford disability service centre
The inspection took place in July of this year at the centre for a total of nine adults.
Oct 4, 2022 12:33
National training network to hold local open days for people living with disabilities
The organisation has helped thousands of people with a disability back into the workforce.
Aug 17, 2022 17:37
Job event for people with disabilities takes place in Leitrim today
The event takes place in Carrick on Shannon this afternoon.
Jul 26, 2022 08:28
Leitrim disabilities centre praised by health inspectors for high quality of care
The inspection recorded good results in 11 of the 12 outcomes inspected.
Apr 22, 2022 07:44
Construction of accessible Athlone changing rooms to begin over Summer
Contractors are hoped to be on-site by early summer.
Jan 18, 2022 08:51
Leitrim author has written a book to teach both children and adults about the way people with disabilities can be included in sport
A new book hopes to teach children and adults about the ways in which people with disabilities can be include in sport and other activities.
Oct 11, 2020 10:17Shannonside Newsletter
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