Health Issues

Age Action

Age Action Ireland is the national independent organisation on ageing and older people 01 475 6989 www.ageaction.ie

Alzheimer Society of Ireland

Offering direct access to practical information and emotional support for people with dementia, their carers, families and friends 1800 341341 http://www.alzheimer.ie/

Bodywhys

Support for people affected by eating disorders. 1890 200444 www.bodywhys.ie

Carers Association of Ireland

1800 240724 www.carersireland.com

CURA

Offers support and help to those who are faced with a crisis pregnancy 1850 622626 www.cura.ie

Irish Cancer Society

1800 200700 www.cancer.ie

Irish Patients Association

01 2722555 www.irishpatients.ie

Headway

Works with carers, families and individuals affected by Acquired Brain Injury. Helpline number 1890 200 278 Helpline Monday to Friday 9am – 1pm 2pm – 5pm. www.headway.ie

Mental Health Ireland

Promoting positive mental health and actively supporting persons with a mental illness, their families and carers www.mentalhealthireland.ie