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Your Later Life 2025
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Be part of a vibrant community that brings art to life
Celebrate global masters and Irish brilliance — unlock exclusive access to art, events and more. The Friends of the National Gallery of Ireland promotes art education as well as exhibitions, conservation projects, acquisitions and publications. Connecting through collections Friends enjoy a programme of exclusive events designed to nurture a deeper understanding and appreciation of our...
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Supporting wellbeing through art in later life
Ageing well is about more than physical health. Emotional connection, social interaction, and opportunities for creativity are equally vital to quality of life. At IMMA, the Horizons programme creates meaningful opportunities for older adults and communities to engage with art in ways that promote brain health, creativity and a sense of wellbeing. Art and wellbeing...
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Financial freedom to do what you want
Meabh* thinks in terms of freedom, as well as security; she wants to meet the additional expenses that come with an independent frame of mind. Meabh, in her 80s, lives comfortably in a three-bedroom house in South County Dublin, where she moved nine years ago after deciding to downsize. Flexibility and financial security For Meabh,...
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‘Rightsizing’ promotes independence and sense of community in later life
While ‘downsizing’ has traditionally been used to describe older people moving into smaller homes, the term ‘rightsizing’ is being adopted by age-friendly housing associations to create living spaces tailored to individual needs. Steve Loveland, Head of Clann, says: “We are not sheltered housing; we are age-friendly, social housing. Rightsizing simply means moving to a home...
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How Ireland plans to meet the housing needs of an ageing population
As Minister of State for Older People and Housing, I am committed to ensuring our older people can live comfortable and secure lives, with proper care and housing supports in place to do so. Ireland has the fifth-highest life expectancy in the EU, with the most recent figures from the OECD showing that on average,...
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Leading the way in disability services and ageing support across Ireland
A leading disability services provider, supporting 181 services nationwide in 2025, delivers award-winning, person-centred care. With adaptable, sustainable initiatives across residential, respite, outreach and home supports, it remains committed to responsive, future-ready services. Our key strategic priority at RehabCare has been supporting people with disabilities to age well, safely and with dignity in their own...
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Trace your family for free and learn about your own history
Learn about the free family history service that’s here to guide you, with expert advice and practical resources to help you get started. For anyone beginning a family tree, the National Library of Ireland offers guidance and resources to help turn curiosity into discovery. Getting started with genealogy The National Library of Ireland’s family history...
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Digital monitoring tech that’s designed to support healthy ageing
Mobility problems or health issues can prevent older people from living active, independent lives. Today’s digital wearable healthcare tech offers a life-changing solution. “Older people today shouldn’t be underestimated,” says Mark Hindle, Managing Director UK and Ireland at telecare solution provider Tunstall Healthcare. “They want to remain independent. They want to remain active.” Assisting older...
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Protect your nest egg and beat inflation with safe, secure savings across Europe
With no fees, no subscriptions and plenty of choice for your savings, one platform hopes to encourage people to protect their savings with secure, high-interest savings accounts. Many European countries boast a wide choice of banks, each offering a range of savings schemes. Ireland has only three domestic banks, and this lack of competition means...
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Legacy donations help doctors deliver urgent medical care
Behind every life saved, there’s someone like you. Help doctors provide life-saving support through your Will. Gifts left in Wills are more than generous; they are vital. Every day, Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams deliver emergency medical care to people caught in some of the world’s most urgent crises, from war zones and...