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Disability Federation of Ireland groups Disability Federation of Ireland skip to navigation Suporting Organisations to Enable People with DisabilitiesAn Advocate for the Voluntary Disability Sector together, we're stronger... MembershipDFI Full and Associate Member Details
Action for Mobility8 Elizabeth Street, Dublin 3 Action for Mobility (AFM) is a totally voluntary group actively working for the integration of people with and without disabilities. AFM encourages independence, awareness and promotes the rights to equality of people with disabilities. ACTS - Accessible Community Transport Southside (Associate Member)Unit 1, Ballyogan Business Park, Ballyogan Road, Dublin 18 ACTS aims to provide door to door accessible transport to people with disabilities and people with mobility difficulties across south and west of the city. Alzheimer Society of IrelandAlzheimer House, 43, Northumberland Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin The Society provides services and information to support people with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and their carers. It operates a national network of services including day care and home support-care services while support groups operate around the country for carers. The Society also offers practical information and emotional support through its National Helpline and the provision of literature. APTKilcruttin Centre, Tullamore, Co. Offaly APT exists to promote the economic and social integration of persons with disabilities, through the stimulation, mobilisation and development of local resources. Anne Sullivan Centre "Associate Member"Brewery Road, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin The Anne Sullivan Centre is primarily a Residential and Education Centre for low-functioning young adults who are both deaf and blind. The Centre also serves as an information and advisory Centre for professionals, parents and other interest agencies. Arklow Disability Action Group “Associate Member"4 Avondale Crescent, Arklow, Co. Wicklow Arklow Disability Action Group aims to improve disability awareness within the community. To get people with disabilities involved by giving them a voice. Arthritis Ireland1 Clanwilliam Square, Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 2 The Foundation provides a comprehensive education service which includes; a wide range of information leaflets on different kinds of arthritis, information lectures by health professionals, annual Information Days in Dublin and Cork, quarterly newsletter 'Arthritis News', children’s programme, Mail Order Catalogue full of helpful aids and appliances that can make day to day tasks that bit easier. The Foundation is continuing to fund research into Arthritis in Ireland. Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland (ASPIRE)Carmichael House, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 The aims and objectives of the Association are to provide support for those suffering from Asperger Syndrome. The Association provides a support network for families of those affected and promotes research into the condition. Asthma Society of Ireland26 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1. The Asthma Society of Ireland is a voluntary organisation, established in 1973 which provides information and advice on asthma, funds research, runs courses on asthma and COPD for nurses and lobbies for improved statutory entitlements for all with asthma. Membership is free for the first year. Aware72 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2 AWARE provides support for depression sufferers and their relatives through support group and phone line counselling services. It also seeks to educate the public about depression through a "Beat the Blues Campaign" and Youth Forum public lecture series. Bodywhys – The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland "Associate Member"Central Office: P.O. Box 105, Blackrock, Co Dublin Bodywhys provides information, support and understanding to people e with eating disorders as well as their families and friends. They do this through a dedicated website and support services including a helpline, regional network of support groups and weekly online support meetings. Where resources allow, they run educational workshops. Through submissions and participation on working groups, they advocate on behalf of people affected by eating disorders. BIH Housing Association (Irl). Ltd.Suite B, Top Floor, Merrion Buildings, Lower Merrion Street, Dublin 2 BIH housing provides a range of solutions to housing needs. Brainwave – The Irish Epilepsy Association249 Crumlin Road, Dublin 12 Brainwave aims to improve the quality of life for people with epilepsy, their families and carers through the provision of information, advice and counselling. Brí – The Acquired Brain Injury Advocacy Associationc/o National Rehabilitation Hospital, Rochestown Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin Brí is dedicated to advocating for all those affected by acquired brain injury and to providing support through strength and understanding. Care Alliance Ireland "Associate Member"Carmichael Centre, Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7. Care Alliance aims to enhance the status and wellbeing of family carers, through supporting the work and activities of family carers. To promote research into family carers lives, and to promote the sharing of information and ideas between family carer organisations. CARE Local “Associate Member"Carmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7. Care Local aims to improve the quality of life of frail and housebound elderly people living alone and in residential care through companionship, practical help and advocacy. Carmichael Centre for Voluntary Groups “Associate Member”Carmichael House, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 Carmichael Centre aims to nurture and support the development of small and medium voluntary and community organisations. CASA - Caring & Sharing AssociationCarmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 CASA builds friendships and supports between able-bodied people and people with disabilities through various projects and activities including local social events, holiday centres, respite care and Lourdes pilgrimages. Center for Independent LivingCarmichael House, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 CIL aims to provide people with the necessary support to live and work in the community. CIL also aims to provide a forum for people with disabilities to explore and realise their human, civil, social, political and economic rights and facilitate the raising of disability issues at a Local Government, State, European and international level. Central Remedial ClinicVernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3 The CRC is a non-residential national centre for the care, treatment and development of children and adults with physical and multiple disabilities. Services include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work, psychology, nursing, dietetics etc. Centre for Independent Living MayoThe Parish Centre, Chapel Street, Castlebar, Co Mayo The Mayo Centre for Independent Living works to seek full and equal rights of people with disabilities, their inclusion in all aspects of society, and to encourage and ensure the provision of appropriate services and supports to enable this to happen. Centre for Independent Living Tipperary40 Irishtown, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary CIL Tipperary aims and objectives are the empowerment of severely physically disabled people. Centre for Independent Living Blanchardstown “Associate Member"Unit 7a, Plato Business Park, Damastown Industrial Estate, Dublin 15. The Centre for Independent Living Blanchardstown aims to provide information, advice and support to people with disabilities in the Dublin 15 area. The Centre’s objective is to provide a suitable Personal Assistant (PA) Service and to lobby for a change in policy. Centre for Independent Living Carlow “Associate Member"Room 8, St Fiacc’s Leisure Centre, Graiguecullen, Co. Carlow The Carlow Centre for Independent Living aims to promote the empowerment of people with disabilities by providing practical assistance to enable the person to exercise control over their own lives. Centre for Independent Living Cork “Associate Member"20 Commons Road, Blackpool, Cork. Centre for Independent Cork aims to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in the community and to further their aims and objectives of independent living. Centre for Independent Living Dublin 7 “Associate Member"3rd Floor, Macro Resource Centre, 1 Green Street, Dublin 7. The Centre for Independent Living Dublin 7 aims and objectives are to support persons with disabilities (mainly physical / sensory) in the Dublin 7 area and the provision of services through CE Schemes. Centre for Independent Living Galway “Associate Member"Unit 10, Town Park Centre, Tuam Road, Galway. CIL Galway raises awareness that people with disabilities have civil rights to run their own lives, be active participants in society, permanent / ongoing personal assistant scheme, self development, acquisition of funds / resources to further objectives. Centre for Independent Living Offaly “Associate Member"Kilcruttin Centre, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. CIL Offaly aims to highlight their continuing quest for a more equal and fairer society with the same opportunities for all and where the worth of people with disabilities is recognised. CIL Offaly also aims to provide a Personal Assistant Service to people with significant physical and sensory disabilities. Centre for Independent Living Sligo “Associate Member"Unit 4, Business Centre, Market Yard, Sligo. CIL Sligo aims to include people with disabilities into daily community life and enable their independence. Centre for Independent Living Waterford“Associate Member"Ballinvella, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford Waterford CIL aims and objectives are to empower and enable people with physical disabilities to live independent lives of their own choice in the community. Centre for Independent Living Wexford “Associate Member"Westlands Community Centre, St. John’s Drive, Wexford. CIL Wexford provides personal assistants to people with physical disabilities within the ethos of independent living. Cheeverstown House Ltd.Templeogue Road, Templeogue, Dublin 6W Cheeverstown House Provides residential day and support services to over 400 persons with an intellectual disability and to their families in Cheeverstown Centre and in the local community. Cheeverstown’s mission is to enable people with an intellectual disability to have full and meaningful lives through quality person-centred services in partnership with families. Cheshire Ireland “Associate Member"Central Office, Block 4, Bracken Business Park, Bracken Road, Sandyford Industrial Estate, Dublin 18. Cheshire Ireland provides a range of accommodation and support services to people, primarily, with a physical disability. Children in Hospital Ireland “Associate Member"Carmichael Centre, Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7 Children in Hospital Ireland, a National Organisation aims to ensure all sick children, either in hospital or in the community are cared for appropriately. Works collaboratively with parents, professionals and other organisations. Activities include:
Cope FoundationBonnington, Montenotte, Cork COPE Foundation provides a most comprehensive service to 1,600 persons with an intellectual disability from Cork City and County. Services include Assessment Clinic, Domiciliary Nurse, Pre-School, Special Schools, Vocational Training, Sheltered Employment, Occupational Activity Centres, Special Residential Care and Retirement Home facilities. It also provides accommodation at 40 community based residences throughout the city and county. Cork Accessible Transport “Associate Member"20 Commons Road, Cork. Cork Accessible Transport aims to provide accessible affordable transport for people with mobility disabilities. County Roscommon Support Group for People With DisabilitiesResource Centre, Derrane, Co. Roscommon Roscommon Support Group of People with Disabilities is a voluntary organisation, established by people with disabilities for people with disabilities. It aims to provide people with disabilities, families, carers and friends with the ability to express their needs and views. They provide a range of services for people with disabilities at their fully accessible CROSSCARE CEDAR PROGRAMME “Associate Member”The Red House, Clonliffe College, Dublin 3 Tel: 01 8360011. Fax: 01 6367166 Email: info@crosscare.ie The aim of the Cedar Programme is to raise awareness and change attitudes of people to those with disabilities within Parish Communities and throughout the Diocese. Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland24, Lower Rathmines Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6 The aim of the Association is to provide back-up services for young people with cystic fibrosis. DEBRA. Ireland3 / 4 Upper Pembroke Street, Dublin 2. The aim of the organisation is to fund medical research into EB, to provide specialist care and welfare to patients and their families and to educate the general public and health care professionals about EB Diabetes Federation of Ireland Southern Regional Office “Associate Member"32 Grand Parade, Cork. The Diabetes Federation aims to provide a quality service in improving the lives of people affected by Diabetes and working with others to prevent complications and raise awareness of the condition. Disabled Drivers AssociationBallindine, Co. Mayo The Association promotes independence and equal opportunity through mobility for people with physical disabilities. Operates a National Driving Assessment Centre and Driving School, issues the EU Parking Card to qualifying persons, provides information, advice and support to its members and information to the general public. Disabled People of ClareUnit 11, Clonroad Business Park, Clonroad, Ennis, Co. Clare The DPOC was formed in 1992. Their main aim is to give themselves a greater say in the day to day running of their lives, through self organising and lobbying. Areas of concern include job creation, access for all, direct action, housing, education, training and civil rights and personal assistants. Doorway to Life Ltd.Abode Hostel and Day Centre Mahon, Blackrock, Co.Cork The aim of Doorway to Life is to provide services to adults with physical disabilities to enable them to live the life of their choice to its fullest potential. Down Syndrome Ireland30 Mary Street, Dublin 1. DSI is a national organisation representing 2500 member families. As well as providing support for parents and families, it aims to improve medical, social and educational services to people with DS Dyspraxia Association of Ireland "Associate Member"389 Ryevale Lawns, Leixlip, Co Kildare The Dyspraxia Association was formed in 1995 with the aim of raising awareness of dyspraxia in Ireland and to create a better understanding of the difficulties children and parents face. The organisation works to ensure adequate resources are available to support the needs of children with dyspraxia. This includes occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy and education. Information sharing and a support network for parents are also provided. Dyslexia Association of Ireland1 Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 Dyslexia Association of Ireland promotes public awareness of specific learning disability and promotes the welfare of people with this difficulty. Enable IrelandUnit 32F Rosemount Park Drive, Rosemount Business Park, Ballycoolin Road, Dublin 11. Enable Ireland is a leading national provider of services for people with disabilities and their families. They provide services for children with disabilities and / or developmental delay who require a team-based approach, and young adults with disabilities requiring training, employment, personal assistance and advocacy. Services include a range of educational, therapeutic, training, employment and family support services. EXPRESS YOURSELF LTD. “Associate Member”19 Springhill Avenue, Blackrock, Co Dublin. Tel: 01 2020489. Fax: 012894503. Email: joel.nudi@expressyourself.ie Express Yourself is a not-for-profit charity created to promote the advancement of Education including pre-school with focus on serving children with speech language development difficulties and any other related activities. They will become a Centre of Excellence in research of treatment plans for children with language delay, a leader in customer service that has a loyal customer following. Féach “Associate Member"41 Main Street, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14. Féach works to improve the education, training and communication of blind and visually impaired children. The organisation provides support for parents, and is involved in lobbying for the needs of blind and visually impaired children. Fibromyalgia Support Group (Midlands)“Associate Member"5 Healy Street, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Fibromyalgia Support Group (Midlands) aims to help and support others with Fibromyalgia, to share information with regard to the syndrome and to organise public meetings and seminars targeting health professionals and the public in general, and to set up workshops for families. FICTA (Federation of Irish Complementary Therapy Associations) "Associate Member"61 Balally Park, Dundrum, Dublin 16. The aim of the Association is to promote inclusion of Complementary Therapies in all areas of Healthcare and to represent the interest of the members to Government. FICTA is committed to ensuring the best possible training and education opportunities for its members and having our training courses awarded under the Framework of Qualifications. Fighting Blindness1 Christchurch Hall, High Street, Dublin 8. Fighting Blindness is committed to finding treatments and cures for all forms of blindness and related sensory loss, through the promotion of research. They support those affected through their help lines and monthly counselling sessions and provide information to all interested parties. Focus Ireland9 – 12 High Street, Dublin 8. Focus Ireland aims to advance the rights of homeless persons to live in a place they can call home through quality services, research and advocacy. To respond to the needs of homeless persons and those at risk of becoming homeless through a range of appropriate high quality services. To provide emergency, transitional and long term accommodation for people including those who need supported care. To campaign and lobby for the rights of homeless persons and the prevention of homelessness. Friedreich’s Ataxia Society of Ireland"San Martino", Mart Lane, Foxrock, Dublin 18 The Society provides information and support for FA families. It acts as a pressure group on behalf of families and supports research into Friedreichs Ataxia and other genetic ataxias. Galway County Association for Mentally Handicapped Children “Associate Member"Blackrock House, Salthill, Co.Galway The Association’s vision adopted in 2005 states: The Galway Association is dedicated to enabling people with an intellectual disability realise their dreams and ambitions. Genetic and Inherited Disorders OrganisationCarmichael House, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 The Inherited Disorders Organisation supports organisations involved with genetic disorders and ensures that adequate genetic services are available in the State. Hail Housing Association for Integrated LivingShamrock Chambers, 59 / 61 Dame Street, Dublin 2 The Association provides Social housing for people with a range of housing needs including people with mental health problems and disabilities. Headway Ireland – The National Head Injuries AssociationUnits 1 – 3, Manor Street Business Park, Manor Street, Dublin 7 Headway provides training and support services, promotes awareness and understanding, advocacy and lobbying for individuals with an acquired brain injury, their families and carers. Health Action Overseas “Associate Member”Carmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 Health Action Overseas aims to facilitate health service development overseas with a particular focus on services for people with a disability. Heart Children Ireland "Associate Member"Carmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 Heart Children Ireland aims to support families of children with a congenital heart disorder. To raise awareness of congenital heart disorder in the general public and to endeavour to get the best treatment and facilities for children with congenital heart disorder. Huntington’s Disease Association of IrelandCarmichael House, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 The Association provides information and individualised support to those diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease, their families and their health care team. Information is updated through links with International and European Associations. Institute for Disability & Senior Citizens Ltd "Associate Member"Abbotsford, Ballywilliam, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. The Institute aims to develop employment enabling , and quality of life enhancing projects for people with disabilities and seniors. Irish Association for Spina Bifida and HydrocephalusNational Resource Office, Old Nangor Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 The Association’s primary and long term aim is to complement, support and provide for the various stages of development in the lives of its members with disabilities, their families and friends. Irish Deaf Society30 Blessington Street, Dublin 7. The Irish Deaf Society is a democratically run voluntary organisation that promotes the welfare and interests of deaf people with the aim of improving all aspects of their lives. Managed exclusively by the deaf themselves, it seeks to further its aims through deaf empowerment and advocacy. Irish Electromagnetic Radiation Victims Network64, Foxfield Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 The Irish Electromagnetic Radiation Victims Network advocates on behalf of its members and highlights the hazards of microwave energy. Irish Guide Dogs for The BlindMobility Training Centre, Model Farm Road, Co. Cork The Association provides independent mobility to blind and visually impaired people through guide dogs and long cane training. Irish Haemophilia SocietyCumann Haemifile Na hEireann, First Floor, Cathedral Court, New Street, Dublin 8. The Society provides support and advice for members and aims to improve the quality of life for people with haemophilia and other bleeding disorders. It carries out its work through education, publications, advocacy, lobbying, counselling, critical illness service & financial assistance. Irish Kidney AssociationDonor House, Block 43A, Park West, Dublin 12. IKA provides support for those with end stage renal disease and kidney transplants. Prints and distributes Organ Donor Cards. Irish Representative of the World Transplant Games. Holidays for dialysis patients at a 5 apartment Holiday Centre in Tramore. Counselling and financial assistance with 23 branches countrywide. The IKA Renal Support Centre on the grounds of Beaumont Hospital, provides accommodation and support to family members of inpatients while they are in hospital. Publications including a Newsletter, Donor Card Fact Files. Living with Renal Failure, Kidney Kids, Work of the IKA. Irish Motor Neurone Disease AssociationColeraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7 The IMNDA provides specialised equipment on loan for people who have MND, co-ordination of home care services and facilities, visiting, counselling and information services. The Association also provides some financial assistance for home nursing. Irish Raynaud's and Scleroderma SocietyP.O. Box 2958, Foxrock, Dublin 18 The Society provides information and support for sufferers and their families. It aims to raise awareness amongst health professionals and the general public. An annual Open Information Day is held in February. The Society promotes clinical research, maintains a database and a welfare fund to assist members buy expensive equipment. Irish Society for AutismUnity Building, 16 / 17 Lower O'Connell Street, Dublin 1 A voluntary organisation of parents, professionals and friends working to promote the welfare of children and adults with Autism. The Society provides an information service and offers support and guidance to people with Autism and their families. The Society also provides residential and vocational services for people with Autism. Irish Wheelchair AssociationAras Chuchulain, Blackheath Drive, Clontarf, Dublin 3 IWA is the national organisation of people with limited mobility with over 20,000 members and service users. The role of the IWA is:
IWA has a broad range of services for people with physical disabilities, which include:
Jack and Jill Children's FoundationJohnstown Manor, Johnstown, Naas, Co. Kildare The Foundation aims to create public awareness and provide information / support to all parents of damaged babies under 4 years of age and to finance home care charges borne by parents. It also organises home care visits by its liaison officer / nurse and provides funds to establish a respite unit. KAREIndustrial Estate, Newbridge Co Kildare KARE provides a comprehensive range of quality services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families in County Kildare, East Offaly and West Wicklow. Leitrim Association of People With DisabilitiesCredit Union Building, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. The Association aims to empower and enable people with disabilities to take control of their own lives by providing training, a personal assistant service and creating awareness of needs in the public arena. Lucan Disability Action Group “Associate Member"Unit 24, Hills Industrial Estate, Lucan, Co. Dublin. The Lucan Disability Action Group was formed to promote and develop the concept of independent living for persons with physical and sensory disabilities and in particular to engage in action research programmes aimed at developing services that achieve inclusion in society. Mid West Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association “Associate Member”Spina Bifida House, 7 Sexton Street, Limerick The Mid West Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association aims to provide information and advice to members, their parents and carers and to expand and upgrade services for members. To promote choice, control and quality of life for people with Spina Bifida and or Hydrocephalus. Migraine Association of Ireland “Associate Member”"Associate Member" Senior House, All Hallows College, Gracepark Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 The Migraine Association provides information, support and reassurance to people suffering from migraine in Ireland. It also aims to raise awareness of migraine both among the general public and among health professionals. The organisation also works to seek better support services for people with migraine and supports research into the condition. Multiple Sclerosis Society of IrelandMS Resource Centre, 80 Northumberland Road, Dublin 4 The Society provides professional services to people with multiple sclerosis, their families, friends and carers. Muscular Dystrophy Ireland71 / 72 Red Cow Lane, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 MDI provides support to persons affected by muscular dystrophy and their families through the provision of a range of services e.g. family support service, counselling, freephone, respite care, youth activities, holidays, independent living and training opportunities. It also funds medical research. National Association for Deaf People35 North Frederick Street, Dublin 1 NAD promotes the right of deaf people to enjoy an equality of opportunity in all aspects of life and to develop full independence and citizenship. The Association promotes the rights of parents of deaf children to enjoy access to the full range of appropriate supports. NAD promotes the following services: Family Resource Centre, DeafTech, deaf awareness training, Job Club, Citizens Information Centre, classes in sign language, English and literacy. National Council for The Blind of Ireland45 Whitworth Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 The NCBI seeks to optimise the intellectual, social and economic independence of visually impaired people and to minimise the effects of visual impairment. Services include mobility and daily living skills training, peer counselling and family therapy, advice, information and support from a nationwide network of community resource workers, centre based rehabilitation, low vision clinic, talking book and Braille libraries, bi-monthly magazine, information and equipment resource centre, teaching aids, employment support service and technology assessment and support unit. National Federation of Arch Clubs74 Meadow Grove, Dublin 16 The Federation provides recreational facilities for people who have learning disabilities. Neurofibromatosis Association of IrelandCarmichael Centre, North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 The Association aims to provide information on Nf for patients, doctors and others, promoting awareness and understanding of the problems encountered in the disorder; to bring sufferers of Nf together in order to overcome their feeling of isolation; to link sufferers and the medical profession to their mutual benefit; to act as a mutual support group for parents and sufferers, sharing problems and ideas; to raise funds to realise these objectives and to liaise with international research units and further Nf research at all levels. NEUROLOGICAL ALLIANCE OF IRELAND “Associate Member”Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7 The Neurological Alliance of Ireland aims to promote the development of services for people with neurological conditions, their families and carers. To raise awareness of the needs of people with neurological conditions. North West MS Therapy CentreBallytivnan, Co. Sligo The Centre provides a treatment and management service for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Noinin Support for Autism “Associate Member"C/o Mary Bryson, Cloonteach, Newtownforbes, Co. Longford. Noinin Support for Autism aims to provide assistance from funds raised for treatments, therapies or programmes which are deemed to directly enhance the lives of children with autism and to offer individual support and information to parents and carers and to form a circle of friends to provide support in times of crisis. ONET “Associate Member”Bru na bhFiann, Smithfield Market, North King Street, Dublin 7 The main objective of ONET is to ensure the welfare of ex-servicemen and women by way of providing accommodation to homeless, elderly or disabled members in need of such domestic accommodation and shelter and other assistance that may be required. They also promote social cultural and sporting activities in order to develop a spirit of comradeship between serving and retired members of the services, as well as provision of information in the area of pensions, social welfare benefits and other entitlements. Out and About Association “Associate Member"140 St Lawrence’s Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3 Tel: 01 8338252. OANDA, the Out and About Association was founded in 1974 to help people who suffered from agoraphobia. All OANDA groups are locally based in the community and offer self-help support for sufferers and their families. Parkinson’s Association of IrelandCarmichael Centre, Nth. Brunswick Street, Dublin 7 Parkinson’s Association of Ireland assists patients and their relatives providing advice and information, fund and assist research into the effects, causes and cure of Parkinson ’s disease. Peacehaven Trust “Associate Member"C/o 1&2 Hillside, Greystones, Co Wicklow Tel: 01 2876743. Peacehaven Trust was founded to provide care and wellbeing for people with an intellectual disability in a home environment with an evangical ethos. Peter Bradley Foundation "Associate Member"41 Northumberland Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin Tel: 01 2804164. Peter Bradley Foundation provides supported living accommodation for people with acquired brain injury, and aims to be a model for the integration of these people into the community. The organisation is working to set up, model, and evaluate a service model for the management of residential homes, and provides a framework to develop an attitude of co-operative and independent living. Post Polio Support GroupUnit 319, Capel Building, St. Mary’s Abbey, Dublin 7 The Post Polio Support Group creates awareness and provides information regarding The Late Effects of Polio among both Polio survivors and the wider medical profession, and works to ensure that no polio survivors have needs relation to their condition, which are not being met. Rathmines Community Partnership “Associate Member"11 Wynnefield Road. Rathmines, Dublin 6 Tel: 01 4965558. Rathmines Community Partnership aims to develop the social, economic and environmental resources of designated areas of Rathmines and Terenure. To counter social exclusion and promote equality of participation and opportunity and benefit for all sections of the community. Reach Ireland"Fair Stream", Hedge Road, Garristown, Co. Dublin The Association for children with limb deficiency. Rehab GroupRoslyn Park, Beach Road, Sandymount, Dublin 4. The Rehab Group is an independent, not for profit, non governmental organisation, operating across national boundaries, which is dedicated to promoting social integration, economic independence and equal opportunities especially for people with disabilities. Royal Hospital DonnybrookOff Morehampton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4. The Royal Hospital provides respite care and long term stay facilities to people with a disability and chronic illness. Schizophrenia Ireland38 Blessington Street, Dublin 7 Schizophrenia Ireland is dedicated to achieving the best possible quality of life for all those affected by schizophrenia. Shannon Community Workshops LtdBay R70, Shannon Industrial Estate, Shannon, Co. Clare The Workshops provide sheltered work in an inclusive environment through manufacturing their brand Irish Country Pottery. Sophia Housing Association Ltd25 Cork Street, Dublin 8 Sophia Housing is a weaving of holistic support for marginalised people to enable them to become aware of their own inner potential, so that they may participate fully in society. Special Olympics Ireland4th Floor, Park House, North Circular Road, Dublin 7 To provide quality sports training and competition programme for people with learning disabilities. Spinal Injuries IrelandNational Rehabilitation Hospital, Rochestown Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin The Association was founded in 1993 to promote the welfare and provide support services for all people with spinal cord injuries and their families. St. Catherine’s AssociationManagement Office, St. Catherine’s, Newcastle, Co. Wicklow The Association promotes the welfare of young people of all ages with special needs throughout Co. Wicklow. It provides a comprehensive service to all children (new born – 18 years) and support for their families. St. Gabriel's School and CentreCrabtree House, Springfield Drive, Dooradoyle, Co. Limerick The Centre provides educational and therapy services for children and young adults with physical and multiple disabilities. St. Michael’s HouseBallymun Road, Ballymun, Dublin 9. St. Michael’s House aims to deliver a quality service that is influenced and shaped by the people it serves. To empower people with a learning disability and their families to make choices on the type of education, work, recreation and living arrangements they require. Provide a continuum of innovative services that support people to integrate with the community. Ensure that service delivery is effective, cost efficient and accountable to service users, the organisation’s staff and the funding authorities. Ensure that service delivery is effective, cost efficient and accountable to service users, the organisation’s staff and the funding authorities. Advocate and negotiate with government agencies, voluntary bodies and others for the improvement and development of services. VantasticUnit 2A, Howth Junction Business Park, Kilbarrack, Dublin 5. Vantastic aims to provide accessible and affordable door to door transport service for people with disabilities through the development of a network of locally based Travel Clubs. Vergemount Housing Fellowship50 The Hawthorns, Abberley, Killiney, Co. Dublin The aim is to provide long term homes for people with experience of mental illness. Walkinstown Association1 Long Mile Road, Dublin 12 Tel: 01 4650388. The Walkinstown Association was formed to provide quality-based community services that promote independence and facilitate integration for people with intellectual disabilities. West Limerick Community WorkshopC/o Margaret Moran, 37 Beechwood Avenue, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick The Workshop provides a service for mentally handicapped young adults. Western Care AssociationPool Road, Castlebar, Co Mayo Western Care is a voluntary organisation made up of parents, family members, staff, supporters and volunteers. The association exists to serve people with a learning disability and their families in Mayo.  NewsNew June Edition of the DFI NewsletterThe June newsletter is now available online or for download Read More Charities Legislation BillCharities Legislation Bill published on the 17 April 2007 Read More DFI's Programme for Government |
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