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National Review of Audiology Services
The HSE is carrying out a National Review of Audiology Services. The Review will examine the services currently being provided to Children and Adults nationwide and will inform a national plan for the service. The overall objective will be to bring forward proposals to develop an integrated standardised service which will result in significant improvement for patients, the services and staff working in the service.
As part of the exercise, the HSE is engaging in a public consultation
process.
The approach, currently underway, involves the convening of parent/user focus
groups in Cork, Galway and Dublin. If you would like to submit further
commentary under this process please e-mail your submission to
primarycare@hse.ie or, forward by post
to the National Primary Care Office, Merlin Park Regional Hospital Galway by
the 19th of March 2010 where the expert group will review and consider all
submissions received.
Terms of Reference
Background:
The National Director of Primary Community and Continuing Care has requested
that a National Review of Audiology Services be carried out. A key focus of
this review will be the integration between PCCC, Acute Services and external
agencies involved in the provision of audiology services. The Review Group
will, therefore, be comprised of both Community and Hospital health care
providers for adults and children.
Please Note the deadline. This is an important review of audiology services
country for future services.
If you or someone you know have any hearing difficulties please send in your submissions to the primarycare@hse.ie or, forward by post to the National Primary Care Office, Merlin Park Regional Hospital Galway by the 19th of March 2010 where the expert group will review and consider all submissions received.
For further information please contact LAPWD. DeafHear.ie Services for the deaf and hard of hearing will continue monthly Please note: that dates may change due to weather conditions.
At our Annual General Meeting, held on the 29th of September 2009, the
following Changes took Place. Martina Fox and Marie McKiernan resigned from
the Board of LAPWD. The following persons were elected in their place to the
Board of LAPWD. Ita Flynn and Kevin McGill.
Board of Directors of LAPWD Hon. President, Sr.Emmanuel Farrelly.
A.McGovern Snr; Pee. McHugh; John Rooney; M. McNabola, Isolde Carmody, Howard
Cusack, Tom Lavin, Ita Flynn, Kevin McGill, Tom Murphy, B McGourty,
Dolores Tiernan, Co. Secretary Rosaleen Kielty.
At a recent Board Meeting on the 10/11/09 The following Officers were
elected:
Honorary President Sr. Emmanuel Farrelly Chairperson Isolde Carmody 071
9621936 Vice-Chairperson Howard Cusack 071 44180 Co. Secretary Rosaleen Kielty
071 9651000 Treasurer Dolores Tiernan 086 6065998 Joint PRO's Andy McGovern
071 9636036 /Kevin McGill 071 9636295
Scéalta Saoil - Whats Your Story.
A group of gab-gifted wordsmiths, shaggy-dog-storytellers and secret
scribblers – all welcome! At The Action Ability Centre (HQ for LAPWD), Station
road, Mohill. Each Wednesday 7pm to 9pm starting 16th Sept 2009.
The group is open to absolutely everyone - beginner or international best
seller, young or not so young, with or without disabilities. Facilitated by
Isolde Carmody. A donation of €5 each session is suggested. This is a direct
contribution to the running of the Action Ability Centre. Fill out the form
linked below or use the contact details on the form for further information.
Appliaction Form >>
Information on Strasbourg Freedom Drive is available on facebook.
The following link will bring you to the page of the rally. It is an online
forum where you can discuss & share anything regarding our September trip to
Strasbourg with participants from all Europe.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Strasbourg-Freedom-Drive/124127045055?ref=s
Those of you who haven’t used facebook before:
http://www.facebook.com/ Go to
this website and fill in your details to sign up. The website will follow you
through setting up your own account. More info & assistance – please contact
Barbora Korandova, Finance & Communications Officer, Center for Independent
Living. www.dublincil.org
Telephone +353-1-8730455 Mobile +353-86-4042704
Accessible Taxi Service
Transport Service, Wheelchair Accessible Taxi for People with Disabilities.
If you require an accessible taxi Please contact:
Paul Corcoran
Mobile 087 9641001
Mr.Tom Murphy, Chairperson of LAPWD was the proud winner of the Cathaoirleach’s overall award for 2008. Tom was also the winner of the Special Endeavour Award. Full details of the event available here >>
President opens new LAPWD centre.
The Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities were honoured by the visit of the President of Ireland Mary McAleese and her husband Dr.Martin McAleese, to open the new purpose built and fully accessible centre in Mohill on Friday May 9th last. Photos from the event can now be viewed here >>
Leitrim County Council Disability Implementation Plan.
Mr. Tom Murphy, Chairperson of LAPWD attended a meeting the consultative group of Leitrim Co. Council in Áras an Chondae re the initial draft of the Disability Implementation Plan and its effects on people with disability within the county. The chairperson of LAPWD and Manager, Rosaleen Kielty made a joint presentation with IWA representatives Jim Raftery and Daniella Hock on issues Social Inclusion to the committee on Social Inclusion of the Leitrim County Development Board on Nov 6th 07.
Attention People with Visual Impairment.
Leitrim County Libraries have now available in their Branch libraries
special equipment to assist people with visual impairments.
The new facilities which have been brought into Leitrim County Library are
specifically designed to assist people when reading or when using the
computer. The facilities, which include equipment and software, are currently
available in five of Leitrim County Library's branch libraries, in
Carrick-on-Shannon, Manorhamilton, Ballinamore, Drumshanbo and Mohill will be
of assistance to people of every age and of any level of eyesight. The
equipment is available for public use, free of charge, at any of the
aforementioned libraries.
Full brochure available by clicking HERE
Procedure to follow when applying for a European
Disabled Drivers Parking Card.
The telephone No is 094 9364266
Information Technology Training.
National Learning Network is providing training in Information
Technology by distance learning allowing you study computer applications at
home. This initiative is supported by FAS and statutory Benefits are retained,
Training allowance is paid and computer and course materials provided.
For further information please contact
info@lapwd.com or National Learning Network, Bridge St, Sligo. 071
9145391
Car Rental Service.
Motability Ireland Ltd based in Ashbourne, Co Meath are proud to
announce a Car Rental Service with Hand controls Insurance and AA cover
provided. This service may be of interest to members, families or visitors to
the country. Further information please visit the website at
www.motabilityireland.com or
telephone 01-8359173
New Board of Directors.
See our Organisation Structure for
new list of Board of directors
Free Travel Passes for the Disabled.
The minister for Social Affairs, Mr. Seamus Brennan has announced that all restrictions on travel on public transport services at
morning and evening peak-times for holders of Free Travel Passes which have been in existence for almost 40 years have been lifted.
This will allow older people and especially people with Disabilities travel at all times convenient for them.
Transport Costs-car adaptations..
You may be entitled to a grant to help to buy or adapt a car for a person with a severe disability who needs it for work.
In exceptional circumstances, it may be payable if you live in a remote area and your child is unable to use public transport
because
of the disability. To get further information on the criteria for the supports above contact the Health Service Executive.
WILL/WAVES Group
In co-operation with Leitrim County Development board, the WILL/WAVES
Partnership has been established. This is a group of women with Disabilities
the (WILL) group in Leitrim and the (WAVES) group from Fermanagh who are
currently meeting regularly and working together on a project. The details of
this project will be publicised further at a later date
Membership of LAPWD
Membership is open to all people with a physical and sensory disability,
their families and carers. People representing organisations, associations
etc are also welcome to attend the AGM. All paid up members receive written
notification of the AGM. A notice is also posted in the Leitrim Observer. This is your opportunity to express
your views, meet the staff and management.
LAPWD is very anxious to increase their membership numbers and application
forms are available completed membership forms and €5 fee should be returned
to the office.
