Maintaining the independence and dignity of polio survivors
We are the only organisation in Ireland providing practical support (and a listening ear) to people who had polio as babies or young children. Approximately 5,000 polio survivors in Ireland, have increasing needs as they age, as a result of Post Polio Syndrome or Late Effects of Polio. With over 1,000 members, Polio Survivors Ireland works to ensure that survivors get proper support, services and information necessary to maintain their independence and dignity.
Latest news from Polio Survivors Ireland
Events, Updates and Information.
Volunteer Officer Advert
Polio Survivors Ireland wishes to recruit a part-time Volunteer Officer to join our strong and dedicated staff team. This is a fixed term contract renewable subject to funding from the Health Service Executive. The main focus of this role is on recruiting new members, encouraging volunteering within the organisation, and supporting these in their roles. The […]
Disability and Accessibility Town Hall
We were delighted to have Councillor Vicki Casserly and Senator Annie Hoey join us for our disability Town Hall – thank you so much for making the effort to come and speak to our members! It was also fantastic to have Eileen Dunne moderating such an interesting and valuable discussion.
Polio Survivors at Leinster House
We were delighted to attend the launch of ‘The Value of Adult Vaccination in Ireland’ – a report from the Office of Health Economics (OHE), commissioned by GSK- at Leinster House on Wednesday. The panel of speakers included our Chair, Macrina Clancy, along with Kate O’Connell (Pharmacist and former TD), Simon Brassell (OHE Consulting Ltd), […]
