Community education classes coming to people in local Tipperary town

Some Community Education Classes coming up in Age Friendly Roscrea are available to become involved with now.

On Wednesday, October 2, at 3pm, the Rosie Greys and Ukelele Group will hold a performance in Racket Hall for the entertainment of the residents and all are welcome to join.

Starting on Wednesday, October 9, from 11am to 1pm, Fiona Hartigan of Family Carers Ireland will facilitate an 8-week course on Caring with Confidence.

There will be guest speakers covering various topics such as practical skills, your rights and entitlements, first aid and self-care.

On Friday, October 11, the first monthly Carers Support Group meeting will take place from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

This will give carers an opportunity to meet other people in similar circumstances, or simply drop in for a chat, get advice or support.

On Tuesday, October 15, the group starts a five-week Genealogy Course from 10am to 1pm.

Booking is essential for this course.

Senior Alert Scheme – as we head into the winter months, please note that we process the applications for the Senior Alert Scheme.

This is a personal alarm system available to people over 65yrs.

For any enquiries please contact the office at 0505 22550, or 089 468 2164.

October 15 is the 'Living Well with Arthritis' series of talks facilitated by Arthritis Ireland.

If you are interested, contact the office at 0505 22550 or 089 468 2164 to book your place.

The Friday Club is back from 2pm to 4pm on Fridays.

They have a door-to-door Local Link bus service for this club every Friday.

It provides an opportunity to get a lift from your home to meet friends, enjoy a chat, a song or two, stories and information.

Family Carers Ireland will deliver a Caring with Confidence Course starting on Wednesday, October 9, from 11am to 1pm for eight weeks.

They will also have a Carers Support Group starting on Friday, October 11, from 10am to 12pm, meeting monthly.

It will be an opportunity for those who are caring for someone to meet others in the same situation and learn from each other, and also have the support of Family Carers Ireland with advice on supports available in the community.

Their Tuesday afternoon group continues from 2:30pm to 4pm, where they are working in collaboration with Roscrea Youth Service to compile a series of articles on life in Roscrea through the years, and comparing it with the experience of young people and people new to they community.

They welcome input from anyone who would like to come along.

They are working towards producing a book with all the writings included.

You can contact Age Friendly Roscrea at 0505 22550, 089 468 2164, or info@agefriendlyroscrea.ie if you are interested in any of the above.