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 live with Post Polio Syndrome or Late Effects of Polio and have increasing needs as they age. 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.
Polio Survivors Ireland says polio survivors have once again been excluded from disability support, with those over 65 unable to access the new €500 Cost of Disability Payment announced in Budget 2027.
Following Budget 2027, we are reiterating our call for Government to ensure that people living with the long-term effects of polio can continue to access the supports they need as they age. Budget 2027 introduced a new €500 Cost of Disability Payment for an estimated 240,000 people in receipt of long-term disability payments. The payment […]
AGM and Conference 2026
For anyone who couldn’t make it to the Conference in person or online via Zoom, or just wants to look back at parts of the day, we’re sharing the event recording online. The Conference has been split into four parts, which you can watch by clicking on the links below. Thanks to everyone who took […]
