Useful links
Below is a list of useful links, we do not have an affiliation with any of the associations or companies
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland [formerly The Peter Bradley Foundation] is Ireland’s leading provider of flexible and tailor-made services for people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).
Association of Occupational Therapists Ireland
AOTI is the organisation that promotes the profession on behalf of all occupational therapists in Ireland. It is reliant entirely on the voluntary efforts of its members
This online resource provides information on daily living aids, mobility aids and assistive technology, along with a directory of products available in Ireland.
Aware – Helping Defeat Depression
Aware undertakes to create a society where people affected by stress, depression, bipolar and mood disorders are understood, supported, free from stigma, and are encouraged to access appropriate therapies.
In this site you will find information about modular courses that have been designed for professionals and carers/relatives. In addition information about a range of other Cognitive Rehabilitation Services is available
Epilepsy Ireland (previously Brainwave – The Irish Epilepsy Association) was established in 1966 by a group of individuals concerned to improve the quality of life of people with epilepsy in Ireland.
Bri, Independent Brain Injury Support and Advocacy
Brí provides support & information to people with a brain injury, family members and carers.
The Carers Association is Ireland’s national voluntary organisation for and of family carers in the home.
Care Alliance Ireland is the National Network of Voluntary Organisations supporting Family Carers.
Our vision is to provide a home care service that is professional, yet feels like you are being cared for by a loving family member.
The first Irish Center for Independent Living (CIL) was established in Carmichael House in 1992 by and for people with disabilities with the main aim of ensuring that people with disabilities achieved Independent Living, choice and control over their lives and full participation in society as equal citizens.
We will be a provider of quality, person-centred services which facilitate people with disabilities to live a life of their own choosing.
Disability Federation of Ireland
Disability Federation of Ireland (DFI) is the national support organisation for voluntary disability organisations in Ireland who provide services to people with disabilities and disabling conditions.
Enable Ireland provides free services to children and adults with disabilities and their families from 40 locations in 14 counties.
EUROCARERS aims to advance the issue of informal care at both national and EU levels
Our mission is to provide ‘innovative, high quality, flexible services so that older people, dependent adults and children have the choice to remain living at home with dignity’.
Tusla: Child and Family Agency
The Child and Family Agency is now the dedicated State agency responsible for improving wellbeing and outcomes for children. It represents the most comprehensive reform of child protection, early intervention and family support services ever undertaken in Ireland.
Headway Brain Injury Services and Support
To bring positive change in the lives of those affected by an acquired brain injury.
Internet Brain Injury Collaborative
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
IACP represent the interests of both client and Counsellor / Psychotherapist in Ireland. We are a link between those who are looking for Counselling / Psychotherapy and those who provide Counselling / Psychotherapy.
Irish Association of Social Workers
The Irish Association of Social Workers was founded in 1971. It is the national organisation of professional social workers in the Republic of Ireland.
Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists
The Irish Association strives to provide up-to-date information for the general public to aid in the understanding of common speech and language disorders and to increase awareness of available services.
Irish Association of Supported Employment
Supported employment is a model used to assist people with disabilities to find, secure and maintain jobs in the open labour market. IASE is a national voluntary organisation which was established in February 1994 with the aim of promoting and developing supported employment at a national level.
Education and Training Boards Ireland (Formerly VEC and FAS)
ETBs are statutory authorities which have responsibility for education and training, youth work and a range of other statutory functions.
Meningitis Research Foundation
Our vision is a world free from meningitis and septicaemia.
The National Disability Authority is the independent state body providing expert advice on disability policy and practice to the government and the public sector, and promoting Universal Design in Ireland.
National Learning Network provides a range of flexible training courses and support services for people who need specialist support (job seekers, unemployed, people with an illness or disability) in 50 centres around the country.
National Rehabilitation Hospital
The National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) provides a comprehensive range of specialist rehabilitation services to patients from throughout Ireland who, as a result of an accident, illness or injury have acquired a physical or cognitive disability and require specialist rehabilitation.
Neurological Alliance of Ireland
The Neurological Alliance of Ireland is the national umbrella body representing over thirty not for profit organisations working with people with neurological conditions and their families.
Psychological Society of Ireland
The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) is the learned and professional body for Psychology in the Republic of Ireland.
Quest Brain Injury Services (of the National Learning Network)
Quest Brain Injury Services is a community rehabilitative service for people who have sustained an acquired brain injury (ABI). Part of the National Learning Network, Quest is funded by the HSE and caters for people in the Galway, Mayo and Roscommon regions.
The Rehab Group is an independent international group of charities and commercial companies which provides training, employment, health and social care, and commercial services for over 80,000 people each year in Ireland, England, Wales, Scotland, the Netherlands and Poland.
The Royal Hospital Donnybrook (Adult Rehabilitation Units) -
The Royal Hospital Donnybrook provides a range of rehabilitative services in a caring, collaborative and dynamic way, to meet the complex needs of people with chronic illness, physical and neuro-disability.
Talbot Group Brain Injury Services
The Talbot Group is a privately owned business, with over 420 staff employed and 250 clients availing of our services in Ireland. In the early 2000s, as well as expanding our nursing home business, we also expanded our residential care expertise into residential services for adults with significant learning disabilities.
The Volunteer Stroke Scheme was set up in 1983 to cater for stroke patients and their families. Priority was given to those with speech and allied problems. Over the years the scheme has progressed and we now have four Dublin based clubs where groups meet on a weekly basis and participate in therapeutic type activities, as well as physiotherapy sessions.
General Disability Services
Peamount Healthcare is an independent voluntary organisation that provides a range of high quality health and social care services.
My Home from Home helps you to find the right nursing home for your needs
South Dublin County Council Disability Liaison / Access
At South Dublin County Council we are committed to equality, inclusion and providing services that are accessible to the whole community.
Hamilton Park Care Facility, Balrothery
Our unique holistic approach, encouragement and focused care to our clients is our ultimate goal.
The Gilbert Centre is a not for profit multi-agency community resource and outreach centre with specific access for people with physical and/or sensory disability.
The IWA is a national organisation which provides a range of services to people with disabilities and other mobility impairments in their own homes and communities.
At Sonas, our aim is to provide a variety of care at our facilities, to meet the differing requirements of our residents.
Connect is a free telephone counselling and support service for any adult who has experienced abuse, trauma or neglect in childhood.
We offer you clear information, support, a balanced view and, above all, we offer you hope.
Professional Associations
Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists
The Irish Association strives to provide up-to-date information for the general public to aid in the understanding of common speech and language disorders and to increase awareness of available services.
Irish College of General Practitioners
The ICGP is the professional body for general practice in Ireland.
Chartered Physiotherapists in Private Practice
Chartered Physiotherapists in Private Practice (CPPP) is an employment group of the Irish Society of Physiotherapists.
Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland
AOTI is the organisation that promotes the profession on behalf of all occupational therapists in Ireland.
Psychological Society of Ireland
The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) is the learned and professional body for Psychology in the Republic of Ireland.
Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists
The Society is a national, professional body, respected and recognised both within and outside the profession, as the voice of Physiotherapy in Ireland.
Neurological Alliance of Ireland
The Neurological Alliance of Ireland is the national umbrella body representing over thirty not for profit organisations working with people with neurological conditions and their families.
NHI is committed to ensuring the lives of older persons in the 400+ private and voluntary nursing homes across the country are enhanced and fulfilled.
Family and Carer Support Organisations
Cork Counselling at the Hazelton Clinic
The Hazelton Clinic is a leading provider of counselling and psychological services in Munster.
Dixie Coskie – Author of “Unthinkable”
Reference material–A caregiver’s companion: Unthinkable: A Mother’s Tragedy, Terror, and Triumph Through A Child’s Traumatic Brain Injury
Caring for Carers Ireland is here to help and support you. We represent over 160,000 carers who look after family members or friends in their own home.
The Carers Association is Ireland’s national voluntary organisation for and of family carers in the home.
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
IACP represent the interests of both client and Counsellor / Psychotherapist in Ireland.
Galway Head Injury Support Group
Galway Head Injury Support was set up in July 1999 as a result of a group of concerned families coming together to discuss the lack of services for people with acquired brain injury or ABI, living in the Western Region.