Polio Survivors IRL

Polio Survivors Ireland wishes to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our strong and dedicated staff team. Full details are on our website, including how to apply: polio.ie/ceo-advert/

Did you know Friday! The Museum of Disability History brings together centuries of disability history—highlighting stories of resilience, creativity, and change. Definitely worth a visit, or even just a browse on their website!

Happy Easter to our wonderful community 🐣💛 Wishing you a peaceful and joyful long weekend. Our offices will be closed April 3rd & April 6th.

Reminder that we are seeking someone on Community Employment to join our office. Click the link below for more information and how to apply.

We are recruiting a part-time Administrative Assistant via #CommunityEmployment scheme. We are seeking a motivated and organised individual, to assist in running of a busy office. For more information and to apply: jobsireland.ie/en-US/job-Deta… #jobfairy #CEScheme

Did you know Friday! The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, shaped the trajectory of the polio vaccine among teenagers.

@stfranciscuie huge thanks for the donation received from St Francis Credit Union in Clare, with thanks to our member, Olawale . We are very grateful to St Francis’ CU for their support.

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day to everyone! Just a reminder that offices will be closed today and will open again tomorrow. 🍀

Did you know Friday! We've all either seen Frida Kahlo's work or heard of her, but the depth of her story is worth exploring. If you'd like to listen to the letter Frida and Me written by Rosaleen McDonagh, head on to @sundaymiscellany broadcast on March 8.

Today we celebrate the incredible women who make up our staff, board, and members, as well as women everywhere. We recognise the strength, resilience, and achievements of women, particularly in the polio community around the world.

Did you know Friday❗ Did you know polio may date back to Ancient Egypt? A 3,500-year-old carving shows a priest with a withered leg, believed to be one of the earliest depictions of polio. Awareness of the past helps us support survivors today.

Time to get your umbrella and raincoat ready. Click on the articleto find out if your area is one of the six counties with a yellow rain warning.

Follow this link to purchase Polio & Us from our website: polio.ie/polio-us/

Today is World Book Day. But it's not really about the books - it’s about the stories they protect. Polio & Us tells us the story of the legacy of polio in Ireland, as well as a compilation of personal stories shared by polio survivors. You can purchase the book on our website!

Pictured are members of the Dublin Swords Social Support Group meeting on Thursday 26th February. The group welcomed Holohan Lane’s Alan Raftery, who gave a presentation on the subject of Wills. Convenor, Jim Connoly noted that it was a first-class presentation.

Today, 3rd March, we celebrate World Hearing Day, led by the World Health Organisation. The purpose is to raise awareness about hearing lossfor everyone. Click on this link to find out more: citizensinformation.ie/en/health/heal…

Our Advocacy & Policy Officer, Siobhan Banville, and our board member, Pat Ryan, travelled to Belfast today, to attend an awareness event in Stormont with the @Britishpolio.

Some wonderful refreshing news for the week ahead. A great start for a Monday!

Met Éireann forecasts 'good lot of dry weather' this week – and gives details of a ‘north-west to south-east split’ buff.ly/JtqR6BD

Today, we stand with the millions around the world living with rare diseases. On @rarediseasedayofficial, we recognise the strength, resilience, and determination of polio survivors across the world. We are stronger together, which is why awareness and support are so important.