Ireland’s First Autism Friendly Barbershop
Here in MCS Case Management we are always on the look out for inclusive spaces. Recently an article was published in the Irish Independent shining a light on a Ireland’s first Autism Friendly Barbershop in Walkinstown, Dublin. In a heart-warming story of compassion and innovation, a Dublin salon owner has launched Ireland’s newest autism-friendly barbershop, […]
Riding the waves of empowerment for children with autism in Cork – August Camp
Surf2Heal is no ordinary surf camp; it’s a haven designed especially for children with autism, situated in the picturesque beach of Garretstown, Co.Cork. What makes this surf camp exceptional is its dedication to bringing the therapeutic benefits of surfing to young individuals with autism. The founders, inspired by the remarkable impact of surfing with their […]
The Best Accessible Outdoor Spots Around Ireland
Most of us will experience times at some stage in our lives when walking is difficult, if not impossible. For those who have impaired mobility, accessibility is a fact of life. It is also something that, in different ways, will come to everyone. Occasionally an injury or convalescence will impact our abilities to get around. […]
Higher Education Authority Courses at universities and colleges for students with intellectual disabilities – PATH
PATH – Programme for Access to Higher Education Background The Programme for Access to Higher Education (PATH) is a dedicated fund, broken into five strands, committed to increasing participation by under-represented groups in higher education. The fund, valued at over €30 million, was established by the Department of Education and Skills, now the Department of Further […]
K2ALPACA Farm & Stud – Therapeutic Trek with the Alpaca’s
Alpaca Therapeutic Service Have you heard of Alpaca Therapeutic Service? Alpacas are particularly suitable as therapy animals. We love our therapy work and are constantly amazed at the results. The alpacas have a sixth sense which is evident by they way they react to different people and situations. Working with alpacas has proven to improve […]
Matthews Way – New and accessible path opens at popular Wexford beach
‘Matthew’s Way’, a new and far more accessible path leading to Ballymoney North Strand was officially opened on Friday, May 31. The path is named after local disability activist, and an MCS Case Management Client, Matthew McGrath, who has been pushing for all beaches to be more disability friendly. “It’s important for people like me […]
Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities – Learning Without Limits
The Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities Learning Without Limits Summer School took place this week for 3 Days, from the 18th to 20th June It was a fantastic success and I had the pleasure of taking time out to go and visit one of our Clients who participated in the summer school. Some […]
Sweet Dreams Are Made of This – The Network for Extraordinary Audiences Anna Newell
A tiny adventure for younger children with complex needs. Performed inside a dreamy blue tent to just 3 children at a time, Sweet Dreams Are Made Of This drifts its audience off to a gentle magical place of dancing lights, curious mice and giant moons. Sweet Dreams features gorgeous live harmony singing composed especially for […]
Meet Natalie – Senior Medico-Legal Executive at MCS Case Managment
Natalie joined MCS in April 2022 from HBMO Solicitors and is one of our Senior Medico-Legal Executive. Natalie qualified as a Solicitor in the UK, where she remains on the Roll, and worked in Personal Injury Litigation before moving to Ireland in 2007. She continued to work in the legal field as a Legal Secretary […]
MCS Case Management Shine at The Image Businesswoman of the Year 2024 Awards
MCS Case Management Shine at The Image Businesswoman of the Year 2024 Awards Siobhan McSweeney (Founder) & Marie-Claire Foley (Director) represented MCS Case Management a the Image Business Woman of the Year Awards 2024 in the Burlington Hotel on Friday 10th May Siobhan & Marie Claire were nominated as Finalist’s for the Family Business Woman […]