Irish Deaf Society

17/10/2026

IDS on Tour continues!

Damien has just finished our Cork stop and is back on the road, heading to Killarney for the next IDS Roadshow.

Where: Killarney Library, Co. Kerry
Time: 2pm to 4pm
When: Saturday, 17th October

If you are in Killarney, Kerry or the surrounding areas, come along, meet Damien, share your views and connect with IDS.

See you in Killarney!

16/10/2026

IDS on Tour continues today!

Our Development Officer, Damien, is in Cork today for the next stop on the IDS Roadshow 2026

Where: Cork Deaf Club, 5 McCurtain Street, Cork
Time: 7pm to 9pm
When: Friday, 16th October

If you are in Cork or the surrounding areas, come along, meet Damien, share your views and connect with IDS.

We hope to see you there!

15/10/2026

IDS on Tour is back on the road today!

Our Development Officer, Damien Owens, is heading south for two more stops on the IDS Roadshow 2026.

Where: Enniscorthy Library, Co. Wexford
When: Thursday, 15th October 2026
Time: 2pm to 4pm

Then it is on to:

Where: Waterford Disability Network, Waterford
When: Thursday, 15th October 2026
Time: 7pm to 9pm

If you are in Wexford, Waterford or the surrounding areas, come along, meet Damien, share your views and connect with IDS.

We look forward to seeing you there!

15/10/2026

🩺 HSE Ireland Partner Pack : Health Updates – October

Stay informed and protect your health this month:

💉 Winter vaccines: Check if flu and COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for you.
https://www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/

🤧 Common cold: Saline nasal spray may help ease symptoms. Ask your pharmacist for advice. https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/common-cold/

🎗️ Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Know the symptoms and learn about screening and support services. https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/breast-cancer-women/

🩺 BowelScreen: If you’re aged 57–71, check your eligibility for Ireland’s free bowel screening programme. - https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/bowel-screening/

🚭 QUIT Month: Take back control this October and try the 28-day smoke-free challenge.
https://www2.hse.ie/living-well/quit-smoking/

⚠️ Sepsis awareness: Learn to recognise the signs and symptoms of this life-threatening condition.
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/sepsis/

🌍 Free home STI tests: Available for people aged 17–30.
https://www2.hse.ie/living-well/sexual-wellbeing/free-home-sti-tests/

14/10/2026

14/10/2026

IDS on tour again for October 2026. Watch for more information

08/10/2026

IDS want to give you a quick update on Budget 2027 about Cost of Disability payment.

IDS has been advocating for a Cost of Disability payment that recognises the additional costs faced by Deaf people, regardless of income or whether they are working.

The €500 payment announced in Budget 2027 is not the model IDS advocated for, as eligibility is linked to receiving a long-term disability payment. IDS put a lot of effort into this topic and engaged with Government, made submissions and also actively participated in the Cost of Disability Strategic Focus Network Summit, including having an IDS representative participate on the panel discussion at the event.

However, we have some good news about the Work and Access Scheme.

IDS has been working with the Department of Social Protection to increase the number of hours available for ISL interpreters.

From January, induction hours will increase from 12 to 18 hours, and ongoing hours for people in work will increase from 24 to 48 hours.

This is an important improvement for Deaf people in employment, and IDS will continue to advocate for better access and support in the workplace.

05/10/2026

Sign the magic this Christmas! 🎄

Join us for a festive Christmas Walk with the Irish Deaf Society at Vartry Reservoir Trail in Wicklow.

Come along for a fun morning of walking, connecting with others, enjoying the festive spirit, and learning a little Irish Sign Language along the way.

Sunday, November 29th 10:00 AM Vartry Reservoir Trail, Wicklow

Everyone is welcome, bring your family, friends, and Christmas spirit!

Ready to join us? Sign up and be part of the magic!

Registration link in bio!
Wicklow ShareTheMagic

02/10/2026

A reminder about this evening - We’re delighted to welcome the European Union of the Deaf (EUD) Board and staff to Ireland!

To mark their visit, we’re inviting the Deaf community to join us for a relaxed social evening at Whelan's, Wexford Street, Dublin, from 7pm onwards this evening.

Come along for an evening of Deaf culture, entertainment and fun, including Deaf theatre, storytelling, jokes, drama, songs and more.
It’s also a great chance to meet members of the EUD Board and staff, catch up with friends and enjoy an evening together.

- Whelan’s, Wexford Street, Dublin
- From 7pm onwards
- Open to everyone

We’d love to see you there!

01/10/2026

👻 It’s Spooky Time! 🎃
Halloween Costume Party for Deaf & CODA Kids and Families
Bring your little monsters for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun! 🕷️🧙‍♀️
🎃 Exciting Halloween games
👻 Costume fun
🎃 Pumpkin carving
🎨 Face painting
🗺️ Treasure hunt
📖 ISL stories
📅 Saturday, 17 October
⏰ 1:30–5:00pm
🎟️ FREE EVENT!
RSVP required (please include the number of adults and children). Places must be booked by emailing [email protected] by Tuesday, 13 October.
🕸️ Come dressed up and ready for some spooky fun!
👻 See you all there! 🎃