Budget 2024 & its Impact on Carers
Budget 2024 was announced on the tenth of October 2023. The Budget sets out an overall multi-billion package of spending increases, once-off...
Going back to Further Education as a Carer (am I mad) probably – Dolores.
Okay, so why did I do it? Life changes, situation changes and, in my situation, my other children have moved on with their lives, and that is...
Dublin, Cavan and Sligo workshops were packed – By David
1st Announcement By David David wishes to announce that he will no longer be using any notes or prompts at any future webinars or workshops. "I know...
Starting back to school – By Dolores
For some parents and caregivers, it's been a difficult summer. We didn't have good weather, the children may not have had the same amount of outside...
I am going on holiday from 2nd to 9th of September by David
If you are going on holiday during the month of September, make sure that you tell work that you are taking annual leave. You then put the days into...
Emergency person to your phone By David
I know how to add an emergency person to my phone and everyone should do this. If you are in a medical emergency then the ambulance driver will be...
Respite By Dolores
I understand how difficult it is for some parents who have not yet embraced respite for their child. And I also understand how some parents are...
Emergency Care Plan
What happens if you can’t be a Carer for an hour, day or week? I was in this situation; I had to have an operation on my ankle that left me unable...
UK State Pension
Have you previously worked at least 3 consecutive years in the UK and paid National Insurance? If so, you might be entitled to a UK state pension if...
Medical Card
What is a Medical Card? A Medical card is issued by the HSE and allows the cardholder certain health benefits for free. To be awarded the Medical...