Our Services
Western Alzheimers offers the following services and facilities to client families and carers throughout the counties of Mayo, Galway and Roscommon.
Mayo Services
Claremorris Dance Memory Club
Music, dance & reminiscence is used to support the person with dementia and their loved one in a safe and relaxing environment every week.
Location:
The Curam Centre, Claremorris, Mayo
Wednesdays: 11:30 am to 1pm.
Contact:
Sharon Fayne
Mobile: 087 1710251
Office: 094 93 64900
Westport Dance Memory Club
Music, dance & reminiscence is used to support the person with dementia and their loved one in a safe and relaxing environment every week.
Location:
Order of Malta, Westport, F28D624:
Tuesdays: 11.30am to 1pm
Contact:
Sharon Fayne.
Mobile: 087 1710251
Office: 094 93 64900
Dementia Advisor
The dementia advisor provides an individualised and signposting and emotional support service to people living with dementia, their families and carers. It is a free and confidential service that can be carried out on a home visit and/or over the phone.
Location:
Mayo
Contact:
Ph: 094 93 64900
Email: info@westernalzheimers.ie
Dementia Nurse Specialist (DNS)
The DNS provides holistic, person focused support to individuals and families living with a dementia diagnosis and changing needs as they navigate their journey. They signpost specialised dementia services for the person living with dementia and their carers. The DNS liaises with other professionals in Health care and community settings, carers and volunteers. Timely and appropriate interventions in relation to an early diagnosis of dementia are promoted.
The DNS contributes to regular guidance and training in the care of the person living with dementia with other health carers. They facilitate family carers in enhancing their understanding of how to address the needs of the person living with dementia. The DNS promotes well being and self-care for both PWD and their carers ensuring the PWD is involved with all decision-making processes where appropriate. The DNS endeavours to support local communities in developing dementia friendly services.
Contact:
Marian Navin
Wednesday – Thursday
Mobile: 087 390 7038
Email: MNavin@westernalzheimers.ie
Volunteer Befriending Service
The service is designed to alleviate the negative impacts loneliness has on mental and physical health through companionship by volunteers visiting or calling to the person’s home at least once a week. It is aimed at anyone with a diagnosis of dementia who has limited social contact or feels particularly isolated or lonely. While the befriender is in the home, the carer can take a break.
Contact:
Office: 094 93 64900
Email: volunteer@westernalzheimers.ie
Family Carer Training
These programmes support and educate families and carers who care for a person with dementia. They aim to enable families and carers to recognise the emotions, goals and coping strategies of the person with dementia. The course is run over 5 consecutive weeks- 1 evening per week.
Contact:
Office: 094 93 64900 for further information.
In Home Respite- Sitter Service
Western Alzheimers is committed to training and developing it’s services at community level. Through this service both the trainee caregiver and the person living with dementia gain invaluable experience.
This in home ‘sitter service’ allows our staff to develop, train and learn while offering a person-centred support in the persons own home, with the support and guidance of the Services Manager. Light touch activities, such as hand massage, singing, reading, listening to music are some of the activities offered, but they are based on the likes and dislikes of the person with dementia.
Contact:
Sinead Mooney (CE Supervisor Mayo)
Monday – Friday
Mobile: 087 382 9270
Office: 094 93 64900
Email: sineadmooney@westernalzheimers.ie
In Home Respite Service (IRS)
Everyone needs a break. In Home Respite care provides carers a temporary rest from care giving, while the person living with dementia continues to receive care in their home and community. Western Alzheimers provides a one to one individualised support service, where the service is tailored to the ability of the person living with dementia, their interests and hobbies and their location.
Our In Home Respite service community- based support workers are trained to communicate and engage to a meaningful level with the person living with dementia. We focus on the ability and independence of the person and encourage social engagement as a means of maintaining the person living with dementia. We take the time to learn about the person first before tailoring a support plan which can include anything from going for a walk to baking, gardening or going for a drive and a coffee.
Contact:
Sinead Mooney (CE Supervisor Mayo)
Monday – Friday
Mobile: 087 382 9270
Office: 094 93 64900
Email: sineadmooney@westernalzheimers.ie
Marian House Respite Home
Supporting hundreds of families with a “home from home philosophy”
Marian House Respite Centre is a purpose built facility located in the village of Ballindine, Co. Mayo. It is a specialist dementia care service that provides 24-hour respite care. Marian House is a dedicated short stay 10-bed facility that was the first in Ireland to be planned completely with Dementia patients in mind. A large ring-shaped walkway in the Centre of the house allows guests to walk freely without losing their way.
We offer respite care to caregivers looking after loved ones suffering from all kinds of dementia in their own home. Our primary focus is to cater to people with dementia from the counties of Galway, Mayo and Roscommon, however we do cater for people from other counties.
We acknowledge the importance of facilitating individuals to remain in their local community and strive to provide a service to meet individuals social needs.
Marian House is registered with the Health Information and Quality Authority.
Our Ethos: We are committed to providing care that consistently meets the specific needs and expectations of our residents & their relatives, providing a programme of care that ensures optimal quality.
Marian House promotes a restraint free environment.
We are currently extending it and it is currently under construction to increase capacity to a 20 Bed Centre of excellence.
Location:
Ballindine, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, F12 C950
Contact:
Pam Dalton (Person in charge)
Anne Gannon( Admission & Discharge Co-ordinator)
Office: 094 93 64101
Fax: 094 93 64949
Email: marianhouse@westernalzheimers.ie
marianhouserespitehome@healthmail.ie
Support Group Meetings
These support groups for carers of people with dementia. They provide an opportunity to meet others in a similar situation, to share stories and experiences, and access information and practical advice in a relaxed, understanding and supportive environment.
Location:
Ballina Family Resource Centre: Unit 2, Abbey Street, Ardnaree, Ballina, Co. Mayo. Resumes in September.
Contact:
First Wednesday of each month at 7pm
Office: 094 93 649 00 for further information.
Galway Services
Dementia Nurse Specialist (DNS)
The DNS contributes to regular guidance and training in the care of the person living with dementia with other health carers. They facilitate family carers in enhancing their understanding of how to address the needs of the person living with dementia. The DNS promotes well being and self-care for both PWD and their carers ensuring the PWD is involved with all decision-making processes where appropriate. The DNS endeavours to support local communities in developing dementia friendly services.
Contact:
Mary Murphy
Monday-Tuesday
Mobile: 087 127 2840
Office: 091 565 193
Email: MMurphy@westernalzheimers.ie
Volunteer Befriending Service
The service is designed to alleviate the negative impacts loneliness has on mental and physical health through companionship by volunteers visiting or calling to the person’s home at least once a week. It is aimed at anyone with a diagnosis of dementia who has limited social contact or feels particularly isolated or lonely. While the befriender is in the home, the carer can take a break.
Contact:
Office: 094 93 64900
Email: Volunteer@westernalzheimers.ie
In-Home Respite – Sitter Service
Western Alzheimers is committed to training and developing it’s services at community level. Through this service both the trainee caregiver and the person living with dementia gain invaluable experience.
This in home ‘sitter service’ allows our staff to develop, train and learn while offering a person-centered support in the persons own home, with the support and guidance of the Services Manager. Light touch activities, such as hand massage, singing, reading, listening to music are some of the activities offered, which are based on the likes and dislikes of the person with dementia.
The service is designed to alleviate the negative impacts loneliness has on mental and physical health through companionship by volunteers visiting or calling to the person’s home at least once a week. It is aimed at anyone with a diagnosis of dementia who has limited social contact or feels particularly isolated or lonely. While the befriender is in the home, the carer can take a break.
Contact:
Sinead Finan (CE Supervisor Galway)
Monday-Friday
Mobile: 086 027 4023
Office: 091 565 193
Email: sineadfinan@westernalzheimers.ie
In Home Respite Service (IRS)
Everyone needs a break. In Home Respite care provides carers a temporary rest from care giving, while the person living with dementia continues to receive care in their home and community. Western Alzheimers provides a one to one individualised support service, where the service is tailored to the ability of the person living with dementia, their interests and hobbies and their location.
Our In Home Respite Service community- based support workers are trained to communicate and engage to a meaningful level with the person living with dementia. We focus on the ability and independence of the person and encourage social engagement as a means of maintaining the person living with dementia. We take the time to learn about the person first before tailoring a support plan which can include anything from going for a walk to baking, gardening or going for a drive and a coffee.
Contact:
Sinead Finan (CE Supervisor Galway)
Monday-Friday
Mobile: 086 027 4023
Office: 091 565 193
Email:sineadfinan@westernalzheimers.ie
Marian House Respite Home
Supporting hundreds of families with a “home from home philosophy”
Marian House Respite Centre is a purpose built facility located in the village of Ballindine, Co. Mayo. It is a specialist dementia care service that provides 24-hour respite care. Marian House is a dedicated short stay 10-bed facility that was the first in Ireland to be planned completely with Dementia patients in mind. A large ring-shaped walkway in the Centre of the house allows guests to walk freely without losing their way.
We offer respite care to caregivers looking after loved ones suffering from all kinds of dementia in their own home. Our primary focus is to cater to people with dementia from the counties of Galway, Mayo and Roscommon, however we do cater for people from other counties.
We acknowledge the importance of facilitating individuals to remain in their local community and strive to provide a service to meet individuals social needs.
Marian House is registered with the Health Information and Quality Authority.
Our Ethos: We are committed to providing care that consistently meets the specific needs and expectations of our residents & their relatives, providing a programme of care that ensures optimal quality.
Marian House promotes a restraint free environment.
We are currently extending it and it is currently under construction to increase capacity to a 20 Bed Centre of excellence.
Location:
Ballindine, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, F12 C950
Contact:
Pam Dalton (Person in charge)
Anne Gannon (Admission & Discharge Co-Ordinator)
Office: 094 93 64101
Fax: 094 93 64949
Email: marianhouse@westernalzheimers.ie
marianhouserespitehome@healthmail.ie
Galway Carer Support Groups
These support groups for carers of people with dementia. They provide an opportunity to meet others in a similar situation, to share stories and experiences, and access information and practical advice in a relaxed, understanding and supportive environment.
Location 1:
First Tuesday of the month
Galway City – Cumasu Centre on the Doughiska Rd.,
Time- 7.30pm – 8.45pm
First Wednesday of each month at 8pm
Location 2:
Second Tuesday of the month
Tuam – Ard Ri Hotel,
Time- 8.00pm – 9.30pm
Walk ins welcome.
Contact:
Mary Murphy
Monday – Tuesday
Mobile: 087 127 2840
Office: 091 565 193
Email: MMurphy@westernalzheimers.ie
Claregalway Day Care
Day Care offers an opportunity for meaningful and recreational activities for people living with Dementia, for a number of hours each week.
Location:
Gortnacreige, Creigboy, Claregalway, H91 XR7R
Contact:
(Nurse Manager)
Monday to Friday
Mobile: 087 790 3435
Email: claregalwaydaycare@westernalzheimers.ie
Westside Day Care
Day Care offers an opportunity for meaningful and recreational activities for people living with Dementia, for a number of hours each week.
Location:
Sacred Heart Church, Seamus Quirke Road, Galway, H91 E781
Contact:
(Nurse Manager)
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Mobile: 086 142 3343
Email: Claire.casey@westernalzheimers.ie
Maryfield Nursing Home
Warm and welcoming, Maryfield Nursing home in Athenry offers both long stay residential care and short term respite to approximately 24 guests, Set on an elevated site in a residential area, it overlooks historic Athenry and the scenic countryside.
At the heart of Maryfield nursing home is the desire to enhance the quality of life of our residents. Person in charge Marie Mellett and her team ensure all aspects of health and social care are embraced within an environment designed and equipped to provide a first class standard of care.
Located in a peaceful and tranquil setting, we strive to meet the requirements of all our residents, fostering a holistic approach in all aspects of care. We are committed to promoting independence and preserving dignity at all times- personally. medically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. We advocate for enhancing the quality of our resident’s lives to the fullest extent possible.
Location:
Farnablake East, Athenry, Galway, H65 DD54
Contact:
Marie Mellett ( Person in charge)
Office: 091 844 833
Fax: 091 850 571
Roscommon Services
Dance Memory Club
Music, dance & reminiscence is used to support the person with dementia and their loved one in a safe and relaxing environment every week.
Location:
The Quad Youth Centre, Ballypheasan, Roscommon.
Time:Every Thursday- 11.30am to 1pm
Contact:
Irene
Mobile: 087 108 0650
Office: 090 66 27816
Email: IreneTabb@westernalzheimers.ie
Dementia Nurse Specialist
The DNS provides holistic, person focused support to individuals and families living with a dementia diagnosis and changing needs as they navigate their journey. They signpost specialised dementia services for the person living with dementia and their carers. The DNS liaises with other professionals in Health care and community settings, carers and volunteers. Timely and appropriate interventions in relation to an early diagnosis of dementia are promoted.
The DNS contributes to regular guidance and training in the care of the person living with dementia with other health carers. They facilitate family carers in enhancing their understanding of how to address the needs of the person living with dementia. The DNS promotes well being and self-care for both PWD and their carers ensuring the PWD is involved with all decision-making processes where appropriate. The DNS endeavours to support local communities in developing dementia friendly services.
Contact:
Marian Navin
Wednesday – Thursday
Mobile: 087 390 7038
Email: MNavin@westernalzheimers.ie
Volunteer Befriending Service
The service is designed to alleviate the negative impacts loneliness has on mental and physical health through companionship by volunteers visiting or calling to the person’s home at least once a week. It is aimed at anyone with a diagnosis of dementia who has limited social contact or feels particularly isolated or lonely. While the befriender is in the home, the carer can take a break.
Contact:
Office: 094 93 64900
Email: info@westernalzheimers.ie
Family Carer Training
These programmes support and educate families and carers who care for a person with dementia. They aim to enable families and carers to recognise the emotions, goals and coping strategies of the person with dementia. The course is run over 5 consecutive weeks- 1 evening per week.
Contact:
Office: 094 93 64900 for further information.
In-Home Respite – Sitter Service
Western Alzheimers is committed to training and developing it’s services at community level. Through this service both the trainee caregiver and the person living with dementia gain invaluable experience.
This in home ‘sitter service’ allows our staff to develop, train and learn while offering a person-centered support in the persons own home, with the support and guidance of the Services Manager. Light touch activities, such as hand massage, singing, reading, listening to music are some of the activities offered, which are based on the likes and dislikes of the person with dementia.
Contact:
Elizabeth Keigher (CE supervisor Roscommon)
Monday-Friday
Mobile: 087 127 2829
Email: ekeigher@westernalzheimers.ie
In Home Respite Service (IRS)
Everyone needs a break. In Home Respite care provides carers a temporary rest from care giving, while the person living with dementia continues to receive care in their home and community. Western Alzheimers provides a one to one individualised support service, where the service is tailored to the ability of the person living with dementia, their interests and hobbies and their location.
Our In Home Respite Service community- based support workers are trained to communicate and engage to a meaningful level with the person living with dementia. We focus on the ability and independence of the person and encourage social engagement as a means of maintaining the person living with dementia. We take the time to learn about the person first before tailoring a support plan which can include anything from going for a walk to baking, gardening or going for a drive and a coffee.
Contact:
Elizabeth Keigher (CE Supervisor Roscommon)
Monday-Friday
Mobile: 087 127 2829
Email: ekeigher@westernalzheimers.ie
Marian House Respite Home
Supporting hundreds of families with a “home from home philosophy”
Marian House Respite Centre is a purpose built facility located in the village of Ballindine, Co. Mayo. It is a specialist dementia care service that provides 24-hour respite care. Marian House is a dedicated short stay 10-bed facility that was the first in Ireland to be planned completely with Dementia patients in mind. A large ring-shaped walkway in the Centre of the house allows guests to walk freely without losing their way.
We offer respite care to caregivers looking after loved ones suffering from all kinds of dementia in their own home. Our primary focus is to cater to people with dementia from the counties of Galway, Mayo and Roscommon, however we do cater for people from other counties.
We acknowledge the importance of facilitating individuals to remain in their local community and strive to provide a service to meet individuals social needs.
Marian House is registered with the Health Information and Quality Authority.
Our Ethos: We are committed to providing care that consistently meets the specific needs and expectations of our residents & their relatives, providing a programme of care that ensures optimal quality.
Marian House promotes a restraint free environment.
We are currently extending it and it is currently under construction to increase capacity to a 20 Bed Centre of excellence.
Location:
Ballindine, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, F12 C950
Contact:
Pam Dalton (Person in charge)
Helen Healy (Assistant director of nursing)
Office: 094 93 64101
Fax: 094 93 64949
Email: marianhouse@westernalzheimers.ie
marianhouserespitehome@healthmail.ie
Cuan Mhuire Day Care
Day Care offers an opportunity for meaningful and recreational activities for people living with Dementia, for a number of hours each week.
Location:
Kilbride Community Centre, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon, F42 PR83
Contact:
Yvonne Couglan (Nurse Manager)
Monday to Wednesday
Mobile: 086 142 5707