HSE Disabilities Quality Improvement

The HSE Disability Quality Improvement - Winter 2025 newsletter has just been published. Please share bit.ly/4oKZYvf

Today is International Day for People with Disabilities (IDPWD) – a day to promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities. We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge all of #OurHealthService staff who have disabilities - whatever your role is, it's important and we thank you. The Le Chéile Network is the HSE staff network for employees with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions and long-term health conditions. The network recently held a celebratory event at Dr Steevens' Hospital for IDPWD. Learn more about the network on our website: bit.ly/4pbIN5Y

A free talk for parents of Autistic, ADHD, and neurodivergent children will take place in Drogheda next month. This session will offer practical guidance for supporting children through a strengths-based lens. Register here: eventbrite.ie/e/parenting-ex… #SupportingParentsIre

Build a deeper understanding of empathy, recognise the workplace benefits and develop skills needed to demonstrate it effectively. A new eLearning module designed for all HSE/Section 38 staff. @HSE_HR Search for 'Engaging with Empathy' on hseland.ie to access now.

📢 Info Session with Revenue – Wed 16th Jul in DVI at 2pm - Presentation topics: PAYE, Self-Assessment, VAT, LPT (Q&A included) Our colleague is arranging a Zoom session for those who can’t attend in person due to work, distance or other commitments. More info soon!

Catch up with what has been happening in the NDA during the summer with the latest edition of our newsletter. This edition shares an overview of recent events and details what some of our staff have been working on lately. nda.ie/news/our-summe…

Applications for our advisory groups on access to public services for non-speaking and minimally-speaking autistic people and other users of Augmentative and Alternative Communication close on Monday, 7 July. For more information or to apply, visit nda.ie/news/aac-groups

📣 Participant Recruitment: AARC-ID Study We are inviting family members and informal carers who support adults aged 40+ with an intellectual disability to take part in the AARC-ID research study. We are inviting healthcare professionals (i.e. medical professionals, allied health professionals, support/key workers) with experience in supporting adults aged 40+ with an intellectual disability to take part in this research also. The AARC-ID Study aims to provide economic evidence on the supports needed for people with intellectual disability while they are ageing. 🔍 What we’re looking for: ▶️Your insights on the challenges and supports involved in ageing with intellectual disability ▶️Experiences that can inform service planning and policy ▶️Participation in a one-on-one, confidential interview or focus group, whichever fits into your schedule best 🎯 Why take part? ▶️Help shape future disability and ageing policy ▶️Ensure that the perspectives of carers and professionals are included in national planning ▶️Contribute to vital research focused on equity, inclusion, and quality of life 📩 To learn more or express interest, contact Shauna Walsh, Research Assistant, at: Walshs89@tcd.ie or 086 1966824 #AARCID #HealthResearch #IntellectualDisability #AgeingInPlace #CarerVoices #DisabilitySupport #SocialCare #HealthPolicy #InclusiveResearch #PublicHealth

Are you a student or graduate with a disability? Looking for opportunities to enter the workplace with support and guidance? Check out our WAM FAQ video – now live on the AHEAD website! Visit: buff.ly/urzMc5K to learn more.

📢 New Video Series: Post Diagnostic Support Guidelines for People with Intellectual Disabilities: Pillars of Support We’re proud to share a newly launched series of short, accessible videos based on the Post-Diagnostic Dementia Support Guidelines for People with an Intellectual Disability. Developed as a key stage of this research project, these guidelines provide practical, evidence-informed recommendations to help individuals with an intellectual disability, their families, and carers navigate the journey following a dementia diagnosis. The videos break down the key pillars of support in a clear and accessible format— ensuring best practices in care are understandable and actionable at every stage of dementia. This is an important step forward in making inclusive, person-centred dementia care more available to all. ▶️ Watch the videos here: tcd.ie/tcaid/research… ▶️ Learn more about the project here: tcd.ie/tcaid/research…

Have a disability and looking for work? Building the Future, a unique careers event for students & grads with disabilities coming up in person on June 18th. Have a practice interview, get expert advice on your CV and more – ahead.ie/buildingthefut… #btfAHEAD

🔍 We’re Hiring: Field Researchers – IDS-TILDA Research Project🔍 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults with an intellectual disability? The Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (IDS-TILDA), led by Professor Mary McCarron at the Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disability, Trinity College Dublin, is seeking Field Researchers for the next wave of our ground-breaking national study. ℹ️ About the Role: We are recruiting Field Researchers across Ireland to conduct in-person interviews with participants aged 40+ who have an intellectual disability. This work forms part of Wave 6 of IDS-TILDA, commencing in August/September 2025 and continuing for up to six months. This is a flexible role (minimum 0.4 FTE) and is ideal for candidates with experience working directly with adults with an intellectual disability and strong communication and organisational skills. 📍 Location: Ireland-wide (interviews in participants’ homes or residential settings) 💶 Salary: Fixed rate per completed interview 📅 Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time), Monday 7th July 2025 💼 Contract: Specific Purpose Successful candidates will work under the guidance of the Project Manager and as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary research team contributing to Ireland’s first national longitudinal study on ageing and intellectual disability. 📩 How to Apply: Full job description and application details are available here tcd.ie/tcaid/assets/d… If you know someone who might be a great fit, please share!

The latest HSE Disability Quality Improvement newsletter has been published. It features updates on Health Passport App (HSE), projects, and a variety of information. Please retweet bit.ly/3S3YKws @HSELive @BernardGloster @DisabilityFed @NatFedVSP @NDAIreland @DeptCDE

Just a gentle reminder about the Disability show organised by Guerin Media. For further information, check out The Disability Show website to order your free tickets on Eventbrite eventbrite.ie/e/disability-s…

📢 Disability Services Regulation Resource 📢 bit.ly/3RCNJSn Is a refreshed version of what was previously the QI Toolbox. This resource is aimed at service providers, management teams, Persons in Charge and Persons Participating in Management.

Do you want to keep updated on our work? @NDAIreland issues several newsletters every year containing information on publications, consultations and other events, including our annual conference. 📬 Sign up for the newsletter at the following link: nda.ie/publications-a…

Today is International Day of People with Disabilities. We aim to encourage understanding and awareness about disability and promote the importance of inclusive workplace supports to allow staff fulfill their roles on an equal basis #IDPWD2024

Our public consultation for our draft Corporate Plan 2025–2027 closes this week. It outlines HIQA’s core values and sets out the key objectives we wish to achieve by 2027. Share your views with us: hiqa.ie/reports-and-pu…

Our winter newsletter is for disabled people, their families, carers & provider organisations. Please share. bit.ly/4eL9tEF @AnneRabbitte @HSELive @HSEDubMidlands @HSEDubSouthEast @HSEMidWest @HSEDubNorthEast @HSE_West_NWest @DisabilityFed @NatFedVSP @NDAIreland