Eamonn McGowan is raising money in aid of Leitrim Association For People With Disabilities
Eamonn will complete a Solo Leitrim Cycle Sunday, the 25th of Sept. On the day, he will cycle 100 kilometers throughout Leitrim. Staring in his hometown of Drumshanbo, moving on through the following towns/villages- Keshcarrigan, Fenagh, Ballinamore, Newtowngore, Carrigallen, Aughavas, Cloone, Mohill, Dromod, Annaduff, Drumsna, Jamestown, Carrick-On-Shannon, Leitrim Village and finishing in Drumshanbo.
Eamonn is a stalwart in volunteering and charity work. He is also a wonderful advocate for those with disabilities.
All funds raised will go towards supporting people with physical and sensory disabilities throughout Co Leitrim and West Cavan. If you would like to donate you can on our go fund me page link https://gofund.me/69b832a0
Tribute to Jim Boyle.
Everyone at LAPWD, were so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Jim Boyle.
We acknowledge the contributions that Jim made to LAWPD and its activities, over many years, supporting people with physical and sensory disabilities.
Jim was a dedicated volunteer, who along with his good friend Paul Beck, brought many of our members on trips around Lough Rynn on the Wheelyboat.
You could always count on Jim to help whenever and wherever he was needed,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Jims’s wife Eileen, also a great supported of LAPWD, his brothers Charlie and John, sisters, Mary, Ann ,Jean and all the extended Boyle and Mahon Families.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
3 Pictures featuring Jim Boyle Volunteering with LAPWD on our 5k annual charity walk and on the Wheely boat with LAPWD members
Everyone at LAPWD, were so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Jim Boyle.
We acknowledge the contributions that Jim made to LAWPD and its activities, over many years, supporting people with physical and sensory disabilities.
Jim was a dedicated volunteer, who along with his good friend Paul Beck, brought many of our members on trips around Lough Rynn on the Wheelyboat.
You could always count on Jim to help whenever and wherever he was needed,
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Jims’s wife Eileen, also a great supported of LAPWD, his brothers Charlie and John, sisters, Mary, Ann ,Jean and all the extended Boyle and Mahon Families.
Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities (LAPWD)Urgently looking for a
PERSONAL ASSISTANT (PA) in the CARRICK ON SHANNON AREA
A Personal Assistant (PA) is sought to provide daily living support to a disabled woman (Leader) living independently in Carrick on Shannon. The PA will act as the Leader’s legs and eyes in her day-to-day life, taking direction from the Leader in a respectful, professional manner.
Tasks include:
Assistance in preparing meals (vegan)
Light housework: washing up, laundry, cleaning, and tidying.
Feeding assistance dog
Putting bins out and other domestic tasks.
Managing specialised support cushions on bed and sofa
Trips to the shops to get fuel, occasional messages.
Conditions:
This is a part-time position, totalling between 7 and 12 hours a week (to be decided with the successful applicant) over a 7-day week roster.
Very competitive rates of pay from €14.70 per hour plus higher anti-social rates available.
All successful applicants will be Garda Vetted.
If this sounds like the job for you, please supply an up-to-date CV to the address below as soon as possible or would like more information please get in touch, you can send your CV via email to karen@lapwd.com or call 0719651000
LAPWD is an Equal Opportunities Employer
The successful candidate must have good communication and listening skills; be able to take direction as well as to take initiative; be respectful to all people, regardless of gender identity, race, disability, sexuality, religion, age, ethnicity (including membership the Travelling community); a willingness to engage in training and work within the Philosophy of Independent Living and the social model of disability.
What a wonderful night we had at the Love where you Live awards. Thank you to Leitrim County council and Leitrim PPN . We are delighted to have received an award in the Social Inclusion category .Thank you from all at LAPWD , and congrats to all the groups that participated was great to see such community spirit in our lovely Leitrim.
Save the date Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities 5km Run/ Walk/ Roll event will take place on Sunday the 24th Sept everyone is welcome to take part. Registration is on from 11.30am and starting at 12 noon at LAPWD's Action Ability Centre, Station Rd Mohill. This event is €10 per person or €20 per family. Your support would be appreciated. www.enjoyleitrim.com Guaranteed Fun for all the family
