News & Events
Fundraising Events
Christmas Cards
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is the leading provider of dementia specific services in Ireland. We rely on your generosity to help raise funds to continue providing care, information and support services for those living with dementia and their families. By purchasing our Christmas Cards you can help the 44,000 people in Ireland living with dementia.
Christmas Memory Ribbon Campaign
This year remember the 44,000 people with Alzheimer's disease by hanging special christmas tree memory ribbons in their honour.
Cuba Cycle Challenge 2010
Challenge yourself to make a difference as part of an adventure to remember. Enjoy this incredible experience which challenges you to get fit and raise much needed funds for the Alzheimer Society of Ireland.
Lifestyle Sports – adidas Dublin City Marathon 2009
We would like to thank everyone who took part this year and all those that supported them, through sponsorship and encouragement. Fundraising events like this are critical as they help us continue to provide the all important services for people living with Alzheimer’s and their families.
Alzheimer's Awareness Week and World Alzheimer's Day
World Alzheimer’s Day (WAD) is the day when people who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias unite in solidarity raise awareness about Alzheimer’s / dementia globally. On this day each year, - 21 September - people with dementia, carers and Alzheimer organsiations from more than 77 countries join forces to speak out about the challenge of dementia on individuals, families and societies.
World Alzheimer's Day 2009
Each year on 21 September, World Alzheimer's Day™ unite people living with dementia around the world. From Austrailia to Zimbabwe people with dementia, carers and Alzheimer associations take part in activities to raise money and awareness of dementia.
The theme for the 15th World Alzheimer's Day™ is 'Diagnosing Dementia: See It Sooner' - highlighting the importance of early diagnosis.