Older Person Support Services
Providing compassionate support services for Older Persons in our Community.
Benefits of Older Person Supports
Enhanced well-being and quality of life
Reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation
Assistance accessing age related supports
Access to nutritious meals and essential services
Improved physical health and mobility
Advocacy and empowerment within the community
Our older person support service aims to support the unique needs of older individuals by providing assistance with everyday tasks and companionship. We strive to make a difference to older people’s quality of life and empower them to live independently in their own homes.
Older Persons Supports
We operate a subsidised chiropody service for people aged over 65. Our chiropodist provides specialised foot care aimed at addressing the unique needs of clients. The goal is to maintain and improve foot health, enhance mobility, and prevent potential complications that could impact overall well-being.
Chiropody Service
We facilitate the Pobal Seniors Alert Scheme. The Seniors Alert Scheme has been established to encourage community support for vulnerable older people in our communities. It provides funding for a personal monitored alarm, connected to a contact centre to enable older persons of 65 or older and of limited means, to continue to live securely in their homes with confidence, independence and peace of mind.
Seniors Alert Scheme
Our laundry service aims to assist older persons in extreme hardship cases to ensure they have clean clothing and bedding. This service is provided on a case by case basis.
Laundry Service
Healthy Aging Lifestyle Programme
Our Healthy Ageing Lifestyle Programme provides exercise classes, nutrition workshops and well-being sessions to support older persons in living a happier and healthier lifestyle.
Meals on Wheels is an independent service affiliated with Athlone Community Services Council. Meals on Wheels aim to provide a hot meal in the home to people who are not able to cook for themselves. The service operates Monday to Friday all year round.
Meals on Wheels
Peer Support Groups
Foster meaningful connections through peer support groups, offering seniors a supportive environment to share experiences and build friendships.
Additional Resources
for Older Persons
Whether you need support, want to learn more, or are ready to make a difference, we are here.