We wish to share information with you from Safeguarding Ireland about ‘Vulnerable’ Customers’ Registers which exist for users of energy and water. You may find it beneficial to register. MDI wishes to acknowledge that the Commission of Regulation of Utilities uses the term ‘vulnerable’ to refer solely to a person’s medical vulnerability. All energy and […]
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Making Inclusion a Reality
Invitation to online launch of exciting new project in South Dublin area: Making Inclusion a Reality You are invited to attend the launch of “Making Inclusion a Reality”, a project being delivered by Independent Living Movement Ireland (ILMI) and South Dublin County Council (SDCC), funded by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC). “Making […]
#HoldFirm Campaign
HoldFirm Campaign HoldFirm is part of the ongoing COVID-19 public health advice programme from the HSE and the Department of Health. The HoldFirm campaign first aired in May 2020, as the end of the first phase of restrictions came into sight. Our President’s words, from the poem ‘Take Care’ written in 1993, is the inspiration […]
Action Duchenne Virtual Event
Action Duchenne held a virtual event recently for newly diagnosed families: Duchenne 101, an overview of the Standards of Care for Duchenne, Duchenne research, practical tips and benefits, and a Q and A session with the Action Duchenne team. You can watch it by following this link https://www.actionduchenne.org/newly-diagnosed-event-watch-recordings/.
Flu Vaccine for Children aged 2-12 years
Flu Vaccine for Children aged 2-12 years This autumn, children aged 2-12 years are offered the flu vaccine free of charge. The vaccine is administered by the GP or pharmacist using a nasal spray. Children carry the flu virus in their system longer than adults do and they can spread the flu easily to others. […]
COVID-19 Guidance on Visitations to Inpatient Areas of Acute Hospitals
COVID-19 Guidance on Visitations to Inpatient Areas of Acute Hospitals including Children’s Hospitals, Rehabilitation Services and Other Healthcare Settings Providing a Similar Intensity of Care This guidance is for visiting inpatients in acute services. You can download the guide here.
COVID-19 Guidance for Older People and Others at Risk
COVID-19 Guidance for Older People and Others at Risk of Severe Disease on Reducing Risk of COVID-19 Infection The guide, developed in consultation with Alone, SAGE and the National Care Alliance, is for people who live in the community and for those who help them if and when they need help. You can download the guide […]
Public Health Information
As always, for the most up to date information and advice on Coronavirus, please go to: https://www2.hse.ie/coronavirus/ and https://www.hpsc.ie/a-z/respiratory/coronavirus/novelcoronavirus/. Clinical and professional guidance relating to COVID-19 is available on www.hpsc.ie where you’ll find up to date guidance for healthcare settings and non-clinical settings.
MDI / Citizens Information Centre Q&A Session
MDI are running a free Citizens Information and Q&A Session on Benefits & Entitlements for People with Disabilities on the 17th of November via Zoom for members. If this information session is of interest to you, please see flyer below for more information. Due to demand we are now running the same workshop on two days: Monday 16th […]
Important information and Covid 19 guidance as we enter Level 5 restrictions
Dear Members, We hope this finds you well. We are emailing you to keep you up-to-date on our services and important Covid 19 guidance and information from the HSE as the country goes onto Level 5 restrictions for the next six weeks. If you have any questions or support needs, please do get in touch […]
