# Older People

All time

Young people 'bear burden of financial crisis'

A new ESRI publication says that young households were more likely to become unemployed and many purchased a home prior to the crash.

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May 14th 2013, 9:18 AM

# Jobswatch

65 jobs announced at Dublin care centre

Beechfield Nursing Home Group today announced the creation of 65 new jobs at its new care facility, Mount Hybla Private Designated Care Centre .

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Mar 20th 2013, 7:15 PM

# Ageing

Concern for elderly health over budget cuts

Older people are more likely to spend more nights in hospital and to visit the GP, a TILDA study found.

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Mar 13th 2013, 8:30 PM

# Public Transport

Your 13 favourite people on public transport

Seat hogs, screaming babies and loud music – prepare yourself for another week of commuting bliss.

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Feb 4th 2013, 7:15 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Are you worried about garda station closures?

Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan has said that cutbacks will not affect the standard of policing, but are you worried about the closure of 100 garda station?

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Jan 25th 2013, 9:52 AM

# Older People

Public urged to check in on older people during cold weather

Older people and those with mobility issues can be particularly affected by the cold snap, the charity ALONE has said.

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Jan 21st 2013, 2:30 PM

# Elderly

Older people ‘living in fear’ over reduced garda presence in their communities

Active Retirement Ireland says growing numbers of older people are frightened of criminals acting with “impunity” after cuts to policing presence.

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Jan 15th 2013, 8:00 AM

# reverse

Cut in elderly alarm scheme reversed

A government decision to cut the scheme by more than a million euro had been heavily criticised last week.

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Jan 14th 2013, 1:31 PM

# reaching out

Helpline receives 15,000 calls from older people in 2012

The helpline, operated by Third Age Ireland, was especially busy over the Christmas period, as older people dealt with bereavement, financial worries, and having to say goodbye to family members who have emigrated.

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Jan 8th 2013, 9:46 AM

# Health

HSE takes control of Mullross Nursing Home

The move comes after HIQA cancelled the provider’s registration.

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Jan 4th 2013, 5:31 PM

# Older People

Have you checked on your older neighbours?

Charity urges people to share the Christmas spirit and provide companionship this Christmas.

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Dec 24th 2012, 6:45 AM

# Elderly

Councillor urges people to check on elderly neighbours after death of man in Dublin

The elderly man, who had been dead for several days, was found in his home in Ballyfermot this morning.

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Dec 13th 2012, 10:00 PM

Voices

Column: Medical cards are a hot issue – but the Government shouldn’t shy away

Means-testing medical cards for the elderly got a previous government in trouble – but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad idea, writes Eoin Lynch.

Nov 29th 2012, 7:00 AM

# Budget 2013

Active Retirement Ireland urges government to protect free travel in budget

The organisation said older people are at risk of becoming socially isolated if their passes are taken away.

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Nov 24th 2012, 7:30 AM

# Ageing

Why older people struggle to read fine print - study

Older adults rely more on holistic cues, such as word shape, when reading.

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Nov 23rd 2012, 7:30 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Should the retirement age of 65 be scrapped?

Workers are generally required to retire at the age of 65 – but a new opposition party Bill argues that this is discrimination based on age. What do you think?

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Nov 21st 2012, 9:16 AM

# help the aged

3,000 extra people a year are going to need long-term care - report

The report found a lot more people than expected will need residential care or home help in coming years.

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Oct 25th 2012, 6:45 AM

# Wii bit of fun

Video games could help prevent older people from falling

Research from Trinity and Queen’s finds that older people’s balance can be improved by games using the Wii balance board.

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Oct 10th 2012, 6:45 AM

# Elderly

Marked increase in calls from older people to helpline

Following recent attacks on elderly people during burglaries, a charity has said there is increased fear and concern among older people.

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Oct 2nd 2012, 3:25 PM

# Gender Equality

Minister says gender equality crucial to reshaping society and economic recovery

Kathleen Lynch said it may fall to Ireland to advance gender equality in state and corporate boards when we take over the EU Presidency.

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Sep 28th 2012, 11:56 AM

# Older People

Older people optimistic about ageing, but "fear becoming a burden"

The report was launched by broadcasting legend Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh, who said that “getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your health.”

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Sep 28th 2012, 10:04 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Good morning! Here are nine things you should know as you start your day…

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Sep 28th 2012, 8:41 AM

# Pensioners

Almost 80 per cent of lone pensioners have no internet access

Age Action Ireland said it has concerns that older people may become increasingly isolated and excluded from certain services as they continue to move online.

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Aug 30th 2012, 2:47 PM

# Older People

HIQA closes a total of 11 nursing homes over two years

Inspections have revealed concerns over bathing residents and food portions, as well as serious levels of understaffing.

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Aug 23rd 2012, 7:30 AM

# Nursing Homes

ALONE: "Grave concerns" about issues at private nursing homes

The charity, which supports older people, made the comments following the taking over of a private Galway nursing home by the HSE.

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Aug 21st 2012, 5:43 PM

# Dementia

New initiative to divert people with dementia from institutional care launched

Genio, the charity heading up the project, says it hopes to provide those living with dementia with the option of living for longer within their own communities and having an improved quality of life.

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Aug 17th 2012, 6:45 AM

Voices

Column: We think of older people as a burden. In fact, they’re anything but.

Our society has become used to regarding older people as a drain, writes Peter Kavanagh. But in these times, everyone has to pitch in.

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Aug 9th 2012, 7:00 AM

# Swedish House Mafia

VIDEO: Old people listen to Swedish House Mafia's fearsome 'electric music'

Gardaí singled out the group’s music as a factor in the Phoenix Park disorder. So what did these fine upstanding citizens think?

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Aug 3rd 2012, 10:59 AM

# seniors

Calls to Senior Helpline increase by 50 per cent

Some older people told the helpline they are afraid to sleep at night because of being burgled.

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Jul 26th 2012, 10:11 AM

# Housing

Housing Minister gives green light to 800 new social and voluntary houses

Approximately €100 million will be spent on housing units between now and 2014 including €35 million for the voluntary housing sector.

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Jul 20th 2012, 7:15 AM

# not alone

Charity for older people celebrates 35 years of service

Alone will celebrate the anniversary at Glasnevin Cemetery, honouring volunteers who have been with the charity in excess of three decades.

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Jul 15th 2012, 7:45 AM

# Elder Abuse

HSE reports 9 per cent increase in elder abuse referrals

The majority of alleged victims were aged over 80, female, and had reportedly been neglected or abused by a relative.

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May 22nd 2012, 4:16 PM

# Older People

Review on way to ensure nursing home scheme offers security to older people

The Government is also examining accommodation options as an alternative to nursing homes.

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Apr 23rd 2012, 2:07 PM

Voices

Column: Young people are the future – but we older ones can help them there

Co-operation between the generations benefits everyone, and older people must play their part, writes retiree Betty O’Flynn.

Feb 28th 2012, 7:30 PM

# Mental Health

One in four would be embarrassed to have counselling - survey

An industry survey showed men are less likely than women to seek counselling for personal difficulties.

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Feb 22nd 2012, 4:40 PM

# Health

HSE to close 555 nursing home beds and cut hospital budgets

The HSE has outlined how it will save €750 million over the next 12 months.

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Jan 16th 2012, 12:56 PM

# Centenarians

More of us reaching 100th birthday than ever before

A record 368 people turned 100 last year – meaning the State gave out almost €1million in bounty payments.

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Jan 6th 2012, 11:45 AM

# Christmas

Older people risk isolation at Christmas, charity warns

Loneliness can have real health effects with Christmas a particularly bad time, support organisation Alone said.

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Dec 23rd 2011, 9:06 PM

# Fuel Poverty

Half of older people forgo food to pay for fuel - survey

Researchers say fuel poverty is contributing to “significant” differences in summer and winter mortality rates across the island of Ireland.

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Dec 15th 2011, 7:30 PM

# Health Insurance

TDs to vote on 'cost subsidy' for health insurance

A new Health Insurance Bill will offer tax rebates to older health insurance, hoping to balance the cost of insuring young and old.

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Nov 29th 2011, 11:46 AM