The Alzheimer Society of Ireland

❗ A Landmark Step Forward in Alzheimer’s Treatment ❗ The Alzheimer Society of Ireland welcomes the decision by the European Commission to move forward with the approval of Leqembi (lecanemab) for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease. On 15 April, the Commission granted EU authorisation for a medicine to treat mild cognitive impairment in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, under strict conditions. It is for use in people who have only one or no copy of the ApoE4 gene and who have amyloid beta plaques in the brain. It is the first such medicine to be authorised in the EU. We are heartened by the potential for this treatment – the first disease modifying therapy for Alzheimer’s disease – to become available in Ireland, which will undeniably offer hope for many people and families affected by Alzheimer’s. Read our statement in full: https://lnkd.in/e69n42zn #Alzheimers #DementiaResearch

''Dementia touches so many lives and affects countless families across the country. Art has a special way of connecting people, and I hope Art for Alzheimer’s will help raise much-needed funds and awareness."- Peter Evers, artist, photographer, and lecturer at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology. To mark World Art Day, we’re thrilled to support the initiative, Art for Alzheimer’s – a limited series of stunning prints created by Peter, with all proceeds going directly to support our services for people living with dementia and their family carers. Thanks to early support, over €2,000 has already been raised, and the prints are now available for purchase online. Purchase now at www.artforalzheimers.ie. A special exhibition of the artwork will take place at Ballyroan Library, Dublin, starting Tuesday, 27th May for three weeks—offering a chance to experience these powerful pieces in person. Don't miss it! #DoItForDementia #ArtForAlzheimers #WorldArtDay

💜 Every day is a happy day at our Day Care Centre's 💜 Rhona is explaining the importance of Tea Day to our Bessboro Day Care Centre in Cork. Help to spread awareness and raise vital funds to support our services nationwide by hosting a tea day☕ Tea Day falls on May 1st but you can host yours anytime at all. Sign up now at teaday.ie #TeaDay2025 #BestTimeForTea

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is disappointed that Leqembi (lecanemab) has not yet been approved for use across the European Union - including the Republic of Ireland - following the European Commission's Appeal Committee's failure to reach a decision. The matter has been reverted to the European Commission for their deliberation and decision. Considering the European Medicines Agency has approved Leqembi for marketing authorisation, the Appeal Committee’s failure to reach a decision is deeply disappointing.

A big thank you to the Carrick-on-Shannon Men's Shed members for their incredible efforts in opening the new Leitrim Day Centre! 👏🎉 Their hard work—painting, planting, and power-hosing—has truly transformed the space, making it a welcoming environment for those living with dementia and their families. 💜 We’d also like to extend our gratitude to the Irish Men’s Shed Association for inviting us to speak at the Leitrim and Roscommon Men's Shed Network event. It was a pleasure connecting with such a wonderful group of people!

Get the kettle on because on Thursday 1st of May we are asking everyone around the country to raise their cup of tea to support those living with dementia and their carers. Did you know that 30 people are diagnosed with dementia in Ireland every day? Sign up to host your tea day now at teaday.ie It will be the most important cup of tea you have all year ☕💜 #TeaDay2025

Bryan Murray announced his retirement from Fair City this week and his partner Una Crawford O’Brien spoke openly and honestly this morning about their journey on Virgin Media Television's Ireland AM show. Bryan and Una have been ambassadors for Alzheimer’s Tea Day for the last three years and have been tirelessly supporting The ASI by sharing their experience 💜 You can read more about their story here: https://lnkd.in/e2pYmXdw You can host a tea day to support people living with dementia and their carers by signing up now at teaday.ie ☕ #TeaDay2025

Did you catch Una Crawford O’Brien on Virgin Media Television's Ireland AM show this morning speaking candidly on the difficult decision for Bryan to retire from Fair City after 20 years. Una spoke so openly about the importance of getting help and how The ASI has been a big support to her and Bryan 💜 Our helpline is open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm and Saturday 10am – 4pm. You can call on 1800 341 341 or email helpline@alzheimer.ie #DementiaSupports

Be sure to tune in to Virgin Media Television this morning for Sunday Morning’s Ireland AM show, our ambassador Una Crawford O’Brien will be on between 9am – 12pm talking about Bryans recent announcement to retire from Fair City after 20 years on our screens and Alzheimer’s Tea Day which is taking place on 1st of May. Bryan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2019 and in 2022 he and Una bravely opened up about their journey, as ambassadors for The ASI 💜 You can register now to host your tea day at teaday.ie ☕ #TeaDay2025

After 20 years portraying Bob Charles on RTE's Fair City, Bryan Murray will retire, with his final episode airing Thursday, 24th April. A beloved figure in Irish TV, Bryan has had incredible storylines and met his partner, Una Crawford O’Brien, on set. Bryan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2019, and in 2022, Bryan and Una bravely opened up about their dementia journey. As ambassadors for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, they’ve supported Alzheimer’s Tea Day and raised awareness of the condition, courageously sharing their story. We are so grateful for their commitment to raising vital funds and awareness for dementia and send Bryan our best wishes for his retirement. Don’t miss his last episode on 24th April—let’s raise a cuppa in his honour! 💜 💜 💜 #TeamASI #FairCity