Hi All See attached, information regarding this evenings presentation on Stroke Recovery : Stroke Survivor Stories facilitated by Cork Stroke Support committee at request of Killarney Heartbeats Cardiac Support Group. https://www.facebook.com/CorkStrokeSupportGroupCssg/photos/a.381363481935308/5385340558204217/ You may share attachment and link below with those who may have an interest Topic: CSS and Heartbeat Time: Apr 26, 2021 07:30 PM…
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Cork Sports Partnership are delighted to announce a number of online offerings available to people this April. Following a busy few months, we are delighted to be able to offer people more opportunities to be physically active and keep well from home over the coming weeks. The following list of opportunities are all available online: Men on the…
Since the start of the COVID pandemic and with restrictions in place, the Occupational Therapy team had to think differently about the best to deliver their service to people in their own homes. The team developed a webpage with links to useful resources, tips and strategies which can be used by service users and staff.…
Aphasia, Communication, Resource links and Strategies Getting Online with Aphasia: The Stroke Association in the UK has produced a wonderful aphasia-friendly guide to help people with aphasia get online. They also have a complete set of videos to go with it. An amazing resource! 📺 Aphasia & SLP in the News: Do you remember Gabby…
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Hope you all had a good Christmas despite restrictions. Many of you will have received the 2nd issue of the attached Newsletter. Contributions for our next edition, to be published in Spring, welcome. Best Wishes for 2021 Mary J. Foley Issue 2
AGM October 2020
Newsletter Issue 1 stroke guardian
CSSG annual report 2020 FINAL VERSION
John Cronin has undertaken to walk 100 kilometres over 5 consecutive days 7th to 11th of September. This is in aid of the Cork Stroke Support Group and rehabilitation and enabling activities post stroke. He will be joined on different days by volunteers and CSSG members. To support John and the CSSG goals of optimizing…
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The HSE convened a group made up of representatives of the voluntary sector disability service providers to develop disability specific guidance and resources. See link to information booklet below. These are in line with nationally approved guidance issued by the HSE and Health Protection Surveillance Centre. Hope you are well and keeping safe. COVID-19 Information Booklet…
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Sun 29th September At Castle Ross Hotel, Killarney – Pre-dinner drinks at 5pm in Castle Ross Hotel Bar with talk from local historian Walter Purcell Ryan – Dinner at 6pm – Evening Entertainment Mon 30th September – Visit to Killarney house at 1pm Subsidised Cost €75 pps (additional €20 single supplement)- full payment due by…
Date: Wednesday June 5th 11.30pm Venue: Bishopstown GAA Hall Munster Stroke Survivor Boccia Challenge was initiated by the Cork Stroke Support Group and has been an annual event since 2013. Over the years, it has been hosted by the winning team counties, Limerick, Waterford & Cork. The Cork Stroke Support Group took the title in…
Celine Naughton Jan 9 2019 Irish Independent, If you thought old age was a time to slow down and take it easy, think again. A new Irish study suggests that the answer to the eternal question about how to live a long and healthy life lies in picking up the pace. According to the study,…
Beach Wheelchair Beach Wheelchair Cork County Council are very pleased to announce that a Hippo Campe beach wheelchair has been acquired and will be available for use at the Warren Beach, Rosscarbery on a trial basis. The Warren beach was selected for this trial, following an audit of a number of beaches in the county…
The Munster Boccia League was played in Dungarvan Sports Centre on June 27th. Well done CSSG for bringing back the trophy. The winning team were Eileen Hourigan, Pat Goggin & Andrew Drumm. Thanks to all who participated and the volunteers who assisted. In particular we would like to acknowledge Sinead Norris, Co-ordinator of Waterford Stroke…
The Cork Stroke Support Group were pleased to receive a cheque for €7225 which was raised from a ‘Stroke for Stroke’ golf classic held in May 2018. This was organised by brothers Dan, Paul, Richard and John Cronin in memory of their dad Sean who experienced a stroke prior to his death last year. The large sum…
Men’s Health Week (MHW) will take place from Monday 11th until Sunday 17th June. This year’s theme “One small step for Man, one giant leap for Men’s Health” is aimed at starting a national conversation about improving the health of males by encouraging them to answer the question ‘what’s your small step going to be?’ Men’s…
Revenue Choir Summer Recital in aid of Parkinsons Association of Ireland and Cork Stroke Support Group in St Ann’s Church, Dawson St, Dublin on Monday 24th May at 6pm sharp. Guest Performers Paddy Faughnan & Friends. Tickets €10 available from Garrett Casey 01 647 4006
Free Information Workshop for Community on Monday May 21st 2018 from 10.15 to 1.45 in Oriel House Hotel, Ballincollig. Presentations include healthy ageing, falls prevention, planning for the future and positive thinking will be provided by HSE Health Care Professionals (including Anita Ryan, Vice Chair of Cork Stroke Support Group), Solicitor, Sports Personality Pat Spillane…
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Today the HSE launches its new National Medical Card Online service, www.medicalcard.ie. This new service enables people for the first time to apply online for a Medical Card quickly and easily using our step by step guide. Almost 440,000 applications were received by the National Medical Card Unit in 2017, so this new, streamlined…
Friday 6th April 2018 Mahon Golf Club €40 per person (€120 per team) To register please email info@corkstrokesupport.ie with your details.
Venue: Croke Park, Hogan Mezzanine, Dublin Date and Time: Monday 27th November, registration from 10am. Lunch is provided. Theme: Bringing young stroke survivors together who want to meet people on a similar journey to themselves. About: Young stroke survivors (those of working age are encouraged to join the Irish Heart Foundation for the launch of…
The number of strokes in people of working age has increased by a quarter since 2007. A stroke is a condition traditionally associated with older people however the new figures show that is beginning to change. An audit published by the Irish Heart Foundation and the HSE has found a 26% increase in strokes in…
This year our campaign is focusing on Stroke Prevention- Life Begins at 40 so don’t let stroke stop it. Over 2000 people under 65 have a stroke each year but the good news is 80% of premature strokes are preventable. By making small changes to your lifestyle today you can reduce your chances of having…