TAOISEACH Enda Kenny today (Thursday) launched phase two of Think Ahead, an initiative which encourages people to plan for end of life by recording their wishes in the event of an emergency, serious illness or death. Developed by the Forum on End of Life in Ireland, a project of the Irish Hospice Foundation, […]
Don’t miss out on this fantastic cycle event this September 27th! This year is the 26th West Clare Cycling Club Loop Head Charity Cycle – known as Loop The Loop! The cycle around west Clare’s stunning Loop Head peninsula contrasts the picturesque Shannon estuary coast with the majestic, rugged Atlantic coastline whist also visiting the […]
The Irish Hospice Foundation, (IHF), today welcomed the report from the Dail Committee on Health and Children calling for the development of a national strategy on palliative care, end of life and bereavement. Chief Executive Officer of the IHF, Sharon Foley, said she hoped the government will act on the findings of the report […]
THE IRISH Hospice Foundation, (IHF), is calling for an extension from six to 12 months of the eligibility period for the emergency medical card for people who are approaching the end of life. In its submission to the expert group reviewing the emergency medical card system the IHF says it very much […]
A new documentary ‘Way to go; death and the Irish’ to be broadcast on RTE 1 at 9.35pm on Tuesday July 1st will examine how well we deal with death. The documentary is presented by Norah Casey, Norah’s husband Richard died in 2011. It features interviews with well known personalities, healthcare professionals and members of […]
The Irish Hospice Foundation, (IHF), today called on the Government to reverse “as a matter of urgency” the decision to cut funding totally €1.5 million to eleven neurological organisations. The groups have been refused funding under the Department of the Environment’s Scheme managed by Pobal, a not-for-profit organisation with charitable status. The decision […]
A ‘good death’ in Ireland A new report released today (June 27th) by the office of the ombudsman examines the care given to patients and families at end-of-life. ‘A good death; A Reflection on Ombudsman Complaints about End of Life Care in Irish Hospitals’ reviews complaints made to the office in 2013. The […]
Roscommon Hospital has become the latest hospital in Ireland to sign up to the Hospice Friendly Hospitals Programme which is aimed at ensuring patients die with dignity and respect. To date 40 hospitals nationwide have joined the Irish Hospice Foundation’s award-winning initiative which promotes the best possible end of life for patients. […]
DRUM ROLL PLEASE……. A huge THANK YOU to everyone for supporting our Summer Raffle which was a huge success. All funds raised go towards our Changing Minds programme, which promotes excellence in end of life care for people living with dementia. The prize-winners are: 1st prize (€2,500); Mrs C Kane, Clondalkin, […]
The National Hospice Sunflower Days collection for local hospice services takes place this weekend – Friday, 6th June and Saturday, 7th June People will be able to support their local hospice service by purchasing various pieces of Sunflower merchandise including sunflower pins or sunflower seeds for €2 each from collectors on the streets of cities, […]
No-one has to grieve alone. Our Bereavement Support Line is here to provide comfort and support. If you are grieving or worried about someone else who is, call Freefone 1800 80 70 77, available Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm.
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The Information and Support Line provides signposting, practical supports and resources about end-of-life care for those facing or caring for someone with a life-limiting illness. Call Freephone 1800 60 70 66, available Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.
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