Kildare Age Friendly

15/10/2026

It was a fantastic event because of the wonderful support. A massive thank you to everyone who attended

09/10/2026

🎗️ Cancer Awareness Information Session – This event is open to all not just those from the Athy area

Athy Cancer Support Group, supported by Kildare Age Friendly, is hosting a free Cancer Awareness Information Session on Wednesday, 21 October from 10am–1pm in the Clanard Court Hotel, Athy.

The session is open to anyone affected by cancer, as well as family members, friends and supporters, and will offer practical information, advice and support in a friendly and welcoming setting.

Guest speakers will cover a range of topics including prostate, lung, skin and breast cancer awareness, oncology advice, local cancer support services, practical and financial supports, transport and lived experiences.

📅 Wednesday, 21st of October
⏰ 10am–1pm
📍 Clanard Court Hotel, Athy
🥪 Lunch provided
✅ No registration required

Come along, hear from the guest speakers and find out more about the supports available.
ATHY TOWN Promoters
Athy Community Family Resource Centre
HSE Ireland
Athy Social Prescribing Service
Athy Women's Shed
County Kildare Leader Partnership CLG.,
Empowering Communities Athy
Clanard Court Hotel

08/10/2026

We are fully booked and all set for our Age Friendly Roadshow on Monday in Naas . We are delighted with our line up of guest speakers.
A reminder if you are registered and cannot attend please phone to cancel as we have a waiting list operating and it is unfair when people simply don’t show up.
See you all Monday morning from 9:30 am.
Kildare PPN
Kildare Local Community Safety Partnership
Kildare Sports Partnership
Citizens Information
Kildare Library Service
Kildare Sustainable Energy Communities
TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin
Kildare and Wicklow ETB Training Services
An Garda Síochána Kildare
HSE Ireland
Kildare County Council

02/10/2026

What a fantastic turn out today in Leixlip. We are delighted to work with this wonderful community on some exciting Age Friendly Projects. 2027 will be a very exciting year for our Age Friendly Programme in Leixlip.

31/08/2026

📢Our free County Kildare Age Friendly Roadshow is back. Monday October 12th at 9.30 am in the Osprey Hotel Naas. This year's theme is Winter Wellness while Ageing

ℹ️Topics covered:
1. Staying Safe This Winter – Home, Road, Online and personal safety
2. Winter Health Checks for Older Adults
3. Combating Isolation During the Winter Months 4. Living Well, Living Independently
5. Income Supports and Entitlements for Older People
6. Housing Adaptation Grants / Home Adaptations
7. Keeping Warm and Reducing Energy Costs
8. Keep Moving Through Winter
9. Minding your Mental health
10. Assistive technology
Registration essential via eventbrite or call carmel on 0877212966 or tap on the register here on the poster below

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/winter-wellness-while-ageing-the-kildare-age-friendly-roadshow-tickets-1997851027203?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

13/08/2026

Our free County Kildare Age Friendly Roadshow is back. Monday October 12th at 9.30 am in the Osprey Hotel Naas. This year's theme is Winter Wellness while Ageing

Topics covered:
1. Staying Safe This Winter – Home, Road, Online and personal safety
2. Winter Health Checks for Older Adults
3. Combating Isolation During the Winter Months 4. Living Well, Living Independently
5. Income Supports and Entitlements for Older People
6. Housing Adaptation Grants / Home Adaptations
7. Keeping Warm and Reducing Energy Costs
8. Keep Moving Through Winter
9. Minding your Mental health
10. Assistive technology
Registration essential via eventbrite or call carmel on 0877212966

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/winter-wellness-while-ageing-the-kildare-age-friendly-roadshow-tickets-1997851027203?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile
An Garda Síochána Kildare
Kildare County Council
Age Friendly Ireland
Age Action
Naas Ball
Kildare Library Service
Kildare Civil Defence
Kildare Sustainable Energy Communities
Kildare Fire Service

Join us for Winter Wellness tips and fun activities at The Kildare Age Friendly Roadshow—staying Safe and Healthy this winter. Free lunch

25/06/2026

📢Reminder Join us tomorrow for the Athy Cancer support group

Meeting this Friday in the Athy youth Cafe from 11:30am until 1:30pm.

Over the coming months guest speakers will be visiting the group with various types of information and assistance.
No need to book drop by for a cuppa. If you need further information contact Mary Rose 👇
ATHY TOWN Promoters
Athy Community Family Resource Centre
Athy Social Prescribing Service
Athy Women's Shed
Sláintecare Healthy Communities Athy
Empowering Communities Athy
Kildare Community Stories

15/06/2026

NEW COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICE

Operating every Wednesday morning from Rathangan, Robertstown, Coill Dubh, Prosperous and Caragh/Donore to Naas Town Centre.

This is a pre-booked, semi-flexible Door-to-Door service designed to help people access essential services and amenities in Naas,
including medical appointments, shopping, banking, libraries, cafés and social activities. It is particularly beneficial for those who may not
have access to a car or who prefer not to drive.

At present, passenger numbers are very low, and without increased community support and usage, there is a real risk that this valuable
local service could be lost. We would be extremely grateful if your organisation could assist by:

Displaying the attached poster on your noticeboard or premises.
Sharing the information with your members, parishioners or visitors.
Mentioning the service in newsletters, social media or community updates where appropriate.

Passengers must pre-book their journey by calling 045 980 281 (Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm).
When calling, they should have their Eircode handy, as we can confirm whether they are within the collection area along the existing route.
Age Friendly Ireland
Kildare Age Friendly
Kildare Community Stories
Anne Street Community House
An Garda Síochána Kildare
TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin
Kildare Local Community Safety Partnership
RCAA - Robertstown Community Amenities Association
Rathangan Community Centre
Allen & District Day Centre
Naas Ball

03/06/2026

Kildare Older persons council chairperson Annie O Shea with Secretary Mary Faughnan with Kildare Age Friendly programme Manager Carmel Cashin attending regional training in Kilkenny on communication strategies for OPC’s.

A very valuable session when dealing with community groups and learning new techniques on how to communicate effectively. Age Friendly Ireland Kildare Community Stories Kildare Age Friendly

15/05/2026

Did you know Local Link provide a door to door service. Some areas are under utilised such as Straffan to Liffey Valley on Thursdays and, Coill Dubh/Timahoe to Clane on Thursdsys.

The Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) is a door-to-door service that combines features of taxis and buses. Unlike regular buses, DRT does not follow fixed routes or schedules. Instead, it adjusts based on what passengers need. This makes DRT useful in areas where regular bus services are not practical or available.
How does it work?

Typically, passengers reserve a seat by reaching out to our TFI Local Link Customer Service Offices at 045 980 281 or email [email protected]. During this process, we gather essential contact information from the passenger. We then coordinate with the relevant Bus Operator for the specific route to verify eligibility and seat availability.

Age Friendly Ireland
Allen & District Day Centre
Rathangan Community Centre
RCAA - Robertstown Community Amenities Association
Athy Social Prescribing Service
An Garda Síochána Kildare
Anne Street Community House
Newbridge FRC
Empowering Communities Athy
Kildare Community Stories
Kildare Local Community Safety Partnership
TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin