The Alzheimer Society of Ireland set to launch The Orchard Social Club in South Dublin

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (The ASI) is set to launch its new Saturday Social Club in Blackrock.

The ASI says it welcomes people with dementia, their carers, and families to attend its new Social Club in The Orchard Day Care, Temple Rd, Blackrock.

The Social Club is a social gathering where people can call in to have a chat, access information and support and meet other people to exchange ideas and experiences.

The Club also plans activities, organises outings, and allows people with dementia and their carers to meet others in a welcoming, warm and informal setting. 

The ASI’s Saturday Social Club in The Orchard officially opens on Saturday, 22nd April and will run monthly on the third Saturday of each month. 

The ASI staff and volunteers support each club meeting and facilitate the group’s needs.

An estimated 16,967 people live with dementia in Dublin, and64,000 people live with Dementia in Ireland.

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Eastern Centre of Operations Manager Niall Comber said:

“We’re excited to launch our new Saturday Social Club in Blackrock. Like all ASI services, our Social Clubs are dementia-specific; the Saturday Social Club is a great opportunity for people with dementia, their carers and families to meet others in a safe and warm environment and have fun!

“We look forward to seeing the new Social Club launch in Blackrock on Saturday, April 22nd and welcome people with dementia and family members in the region to join us.”  

For more information on the new Saturday Social Club, contact Enda Kelly at The Orchard Day Centre: 01 207 3836