Cavan Disability Network

23/05/2026

Make Way Day 2026 is one week away! And we're asking everyone to get involved. 🙌

On the day, get out into your street, take a photo of anything blocking the way for people with disabilities, and share it using .

A car on the footpath. A bin in the middle of the path. An A-board. A branch. You know the ones.

Public space is for everyone. Let's make it work that way.

22/05/2026

ADHD Ireland Adult support group have a meeting twice a month online, to "chat and share advice and experiences."

More information on the attached website page.

We welcome adults with ADHD, with or without a diagnosis, to join our bi-weekly online support group

22/05/2026

Amy uses her years of experience in public ADHD services to create practical tools that actually work for ADHD brains!

If you have questions for Amy, please send them to info@adhdireland.ie and we will share them with her!

View all OT talks:

21/05/2026

New National Guidance for Mental Health Services for people with Intellectual Disabilities.

Published by the Mental Health Commission, the guidance offers clear, practical direction for mental health services to better recognise, support, and respond to the needs of people experiencing both mental ill-health and intellectual disabilities. Minister Mary Butler welcomes this important step in improving care.

https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-health/press-releases/minister-for-mental-health-mary-butler-welcomes-new-national-guidance-for-mental-health-services-for-people-with-intellectual-disabilities/

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21/05/2026

AHEAD Ireland
May 18 at 12:05 PM
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Applications are currently open for the WIDE Leaders Programme.
This free, expert supported programme delivered by AHEAD and Employers for Change is designed for medium and large employers who want to take a structured, evidence based approach to disability inclusion in the workplace — and turn insight into action.
Over 10 months, participating organisations will complete a guided self review of their policy and practice, develop a practical improvement plan, and learn alongside a group of committed peers.
Places are limited to 15 organisations.
👉 Learn more and apply by 10 June 2026: https://buff.ly/UrERNdN
You don’t need to have it all figured out — just the commitment to make progress.
The Widening Inclusion of Disability in Employment (WIDE) project is funded by the Department of Social Protection.

https://buff.ly/UrERNdN

Lead Meaningful Change in Disability Inclusion The WIDE Leaders Programme is a free, expert‑supported initiative for medium and large employers based in Ireland who want to take a structured, evidence‑based approach to disability inclusion — and turn insight into action. Delivered by AHEAD in ...

21/05/2026

Galway CIL reposted
Aware

Join us for our free webinar, 'How to Cope with Uncertainty and Fear', (Wed, June 10th, 12-1pm), where we’ll explore why uncertainty can feel so overwhelming and how we can better support our mental wellbeing during challenging times 👉 http://aware.ie/webinars/

20/05/2026

Neurodivergent young people: Cavan Autism Parents Support is hosting a session this Friday to explore ways to support them and their families.

More information about this event, in Cavan Autism Parents Support CLG facebook post below

Reminder:
LEARN Programme – hosted by Faye Hayden, CAIM Empowers taking place this Friday 22nd May from 9:30am–1:30pm in the 2nd Cavan Scouts Den, Railway Road, Cavan, H12 TC93.

📅 Friday 22nd May
🕤 9:30am–10:00am – Meet & Greet
📚 10:00am–1:00pm – LEARN Programme Session
💬 1:00pm–1:30pm – Q&A Session
📍 2nd Cavan Scouts Den, Railway Road, Cavan, H12 TC93

This session will focus on exploring key traits and presentations within Neurodivergent conditions, and how they can impact individuals, families and communities. It will also look at how we can all adapt what we do to create safer, more supportive spaces with positive outcomes for everyone — creating environments where Neurodivergent people truly belong, feel safe and can thrive.

The training aims to shift the focus from “what is wrong with the person” to “what is wrong for them”, and through an interactive session, parents will have the opportunity to explore ways to better respond to the needs of their Neurodivergent young person. It will also explore how families, schools and communities can work together to create happier and more productive lives for everyone.

Contact us today via WhatsApp/SMS to 086 3540899 - with your name and number to book your place — there is no cost to attend.

20/05/2026

MS Ireland

Living with MS: Billy’s Story

For Billy Gilleran from Westmeath, MS has brought challenges — but also strength and purpose.

“Accessibility, getting people to see you as you once were and looking beyond the wheelchair.”

Read Billy's story: https://ms-society.ie/world-ms-day-2026/billy-gilleran

19/05/2026

DFI

Just two days to go until our webinar on what the EU means for disability rights in Ireland, and why Ireland's upcoming EU Presidency highlights this.

📅 Wednesday, 20 May | 10:30am–12 noon | Online

Spaces are still available Register below:
Ireland takes on the EU Presidency in July. What does it mean for disabled people?

Join us on 20 May for a live panel discussion with key Irish and European voices. 🎙️

📅 20 May 2026 | 10:30 am – 12 noon | Online

Register here: https://rebrand.ly/oi585o1

18/05/2026

Access For All Ireland

Minister Emer Higgins on the week in politics and fair play to Aine Lawlor when she challenged the minister on the cost of Disabilty the minister states it will be in the budget.

This is contrary to non-commitment from

that it might take longer.

Maybe

could clarify this, will we have a cost of disability payment in budget 2026?

17/05/2026

ADHD Ireland

Last chance to register for this webinar! Dr.Seery will provide insight into the research on how ADHD impacts women and individuals assigned female at birth throughout their menstrual cycle 🧡

Book your spot now: https://buff.ly/k1KRZ6e