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The Neuro-Mapping Project

Mapping services for people with neurological disabilities / conditions.

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Freedom Tech

Everyone with a disability should have access to affordable technology.

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Wicklow DISC

DFI's partnership with Wicklow County Council.

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Personal Budgets

A user-centred funding model in long-term care and support

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  1. Galway Centre for Independent Living marks 30th anniversary of service to the people of Galway City and County

    Issued: 7 July 2024

    Over 100 people attended an event to celebrate three decades of service provision by Galway Centre for Independent …

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  2. Neurological Alliance of Ireland's Pre-Budget Submission calls for funding to address regional inequity in access to neurology and neurorehabilitation services.

    Issued: 5 July 2024

    The Neurological Alliance of Ireland has submitted its Pre Budget Submission, on the theme of 

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  3. Kare Releases Annual Report Highlighting Progress and Achievements for 2023

    Issued: 2 July 2024

    Kare has announced the release of its Annual Report and Financial Statement for 2023. The report, which was launched at …

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  4. Save the date for MS Ireland's National Conference

    Issued: 1 July 2024

    MS Ireland is delighted to announce its upcoming National Conference, scheduled for 6 and 7 November at the Hillgrove …

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Disability Facts


One in five people in Ireland reports as having a disability.

Disability affects everyone. 56,000 

will be diagnosed with a disability 

this year alone.

The additional cost of disability is estimated to be between €8,700 to €12,300 a year. 

[Indecon (2021)] 

Ireland is at the bottom of the EU

league table in relation to

disability employment rates.