We are delighted to be in Newcastle West's library today for a Community Information Session. One of our Advocates will be talking about the benefits of independent advocacy. Thank you to Limerick Libraries for welcoming us! For information, please visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

HSE Dublin and South East have several opportunities for patients, service users, carers and advocates interested in partnering with HSE services in the region Closing date is June 23rd Scan the QR code below Visit surveys.hse.ie/t/DublinAndS... Email [email protected].

Two members of our Advocacy Team pictured at the Clare County Council and Age Friendly Ireland Community Information Afternoon, taking place in Ennistymon, Co Clare. We are delighted to share informaiton about our service! For more information please visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Patient Partnership Opportunity! HSE Dublin & Midlands is setting up a Regional Partnership Council to represent the patient, service user and carer voice. Closing date is the 29th of June 2026. Scan the QR code below Visit www.hse.ie/dmlpatientcouncil Email [email protected]

June is Pride Month! The Patient Advocacy Service are proud to have recently taken part in the LGBT Ireland Champion Training Programme. For more information on the programme, visit lgbt.ie/champions-pr... For more information on the Patient Advocacy Service, visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

The Caru Programme Network Events continued this week. Today's event took place at the Brehon Hotel in Kilarney. We are grateful for the opportunity to meet delegates and share information about advocacy. For information on the Patient Advocacy Service, visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

We were delighted to be invited to the National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh today, where we provided a presentation to staff and had an information stand. A great opportunity to meet with staff and patients. For more information on the Patient Advocacy Service, visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Research participants needed The Medical Device Design Group at @ucddublin.bsky.social are conducting research on complications and revision surgeries associated with spinal fusion procedures Scan the QR Code or click on this link for the survey forms.office.com/pages/respon... www.ucd.ie/mdd/

Two of our Advocacy Team members pictured at today's Caru Programme event which is taking place at the Ardlauin Hotel in Galway. Our Team will be on hand today to share information about our service, with a selection of information leaflets, including our new Easy Read Information Leaflets.

Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil nó chun aighneacht a dhéanamh, tabhair cuairt ar: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

The @dlrcc.bsky.social Age Friendly Magazine 2026 recently launched and we are delighted to be featured in this year's publication - page 54! The magazine showcases services and Age Friendly opportunities available to older persons. Click here to find out more www.dlrcoco.ie/news/general...

Thank you to the Caru Programme for including the Patient Advocacy Service in their Network Events, taking place around the country at the moment. A great opportunity to share information about our Service with nursing home staff Visit caru.ie/caru-events/ for further information

We are delighted to be part of Glin Library's Community Information Session today. A member of our Advocacy Team will be sharing information about our Service and the benefits of independent advocacy. For information on the Patient Advocacy Service, please visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

The Patient Advocacy Service recently launched new Easy Read Information Leaflets for nursing home residents. The video below provides information on the leaflets, explaining how they will increase support to residents in Public and Private Nursing Homes www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Members of our Advocacy Team pictured at the National Women and Infants Health Programme's Midwifery Conference, which takes place in Athlone today. We look forward to meeting delegates and sharing information about our Service. www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

We are delighted to be part of the Engaging Dementia International Dementia Conference! We have a stand at the event, with information about our Service, including our new Easy Read Leaflets! For further information on the Patient Advocacy Service, please visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

The Patient Advocacy Service today launch our new Easy Read Information Leaflets for nursing home residents. This video below provides information on the new leaflets and explains how they will increase support to residents in public and private nursing homes.

We are delighted to be part of Adare Library's Community Information Session today. We will be attending several Limerick Library Community Information Sessions in the coming weeks. We hope to see you! For information on the Patient Advocacy Service, please visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

The first ever National Mental Health Experience Survey is now open. If you are discharged from a mental health hospital or unit between April and July 2026 you may be eligible to take part.

Patient Partnership Opportunity! HSE South West is setting up a Patient and Service User Partnership Council to represent the patient, service user and carer voice. Scan the QR code below for further information. Or visit www.hse.ie/patientcouncil Or email [email protected]

Positive feedback to end the week! “My Advocate made sure I had all the information I needed and kept me informed. They gave me a lot of time and were very patient and understanding. My Advocate put a lot of time and work into helping me with my complaints. I felt I had a voice and was heard.”

HIQA has commenced a review of the HSE’s governance arrangements for the provision of population-based health screening services. To find out more, you can now read the full terms of reference on our website: www.hiqa.ie/reports-and-...

This morning on Connemara FM Georgina Cruise, National Manager with the Patient Advocacy Service will be chatting about our Service and also about the recent launch of our Casebook 2025. Tune in @ 11.05am www.connemarafm.com

We are delighted to be at the Laois County Council and Age Friendly Ireland Live Well Expo at the Midlands Park Hotel, Co. Laois. Pictured here are two members of our Advocacy Team beside our information stand. Stop by for a chat and learn about our service. www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

We are delighted to be part of the AkiDwa Health Fair Summit, which takes place at the Imperial Hotel in Louth. Stop by our stand to meet with our Advocacy Team and find out how the Patient Advocacy Service might be able to support you.

Health and Well-being is a free NALA workbook for adults who want to improve their reading and writing. Developed for literacy and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners at Levels 1–2. Read or download it free at nala.ie/publications/health-and-well-being

Women aged 65+ - we want to hear about your experience of home support NWC is running a study on older women’s (65+) experience of Ireland’s home support system. Complete our confidential online survey — visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/HomeSuppor... or email Susan Hartnett, [email protected].

Yesterday we launched our 2025 Casebook. Today we share Louise's story and the positive role that Empowerment Advocacy played in supporting her to make a complaint. To find out more check out our new Casebook www.patientadvocacyservice.ie/wp-content/u... #advocacy #humanrights #patientsafety

A NAS Advocate shares their experience of supporting Janet through her journey from an acquired brain injury and a change in decision-making orders to independent living. Check out our Casebook to read about how Janet was supported through Independent Advocacy: advocacy.ie/app/uploads/...

In this clip, an Advocate from the Patient Advocacy Service shares their experience of supporting Louise to make a complaint to a Public Acute Hospital. Check out Casebook 2025 to read about Louise and how Independent Advocacy supported her. www.patientadvocacyservice.ie/wp-content/u...

NAS and the Patient Advocacy Service @advocacyire.bsky.social launch our 2025 Casebook today! The Casebook offers a glimpse into the range of advocacy issues that both Services have supported people with in 2025. Read our Casebook here- advocacy.ie/app/uploads/...

The Patient Advocacy Service and @advocacyireland.bsky.social launch our 2025 Casebook today. The Casebook offers a glimpse into the range of advocacy issues that both Services have supported people with in 2025. Read our Casebook here www.patientadvocacyservice.ie/wp-content/u...

It's Day 2 at the Senior Times LIVE 50 Plus Show at the RDS! We had a busy day yesterday and we look forward to another one today! It was great to meet so many people and share information about the Patient Advocacy Service. Admission is free, register here seniortimes.ie/50-plus-expo/

Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, has launched Ireland's first National AI for Care Strategy, a milestone in the digital transformation of the Irish health service. We were delighted to be able to represent the patient voice on the strategy Working Group @roinnslainte.bsky.social

We are looking forward to the Senior Times LIVE 50 Plus Show this Thursday and Friday at the RDS! Drop by Stand 73 for a chat with our team and find out about the Patient Advocacy Service and the benefits of independent advocacy. Admission is free, register here seniortimes.ie/50-plus-expo/

We were delighted to at the Community Information Afternoon, which took place yesterday in Tulla, Co Clare. Organised by Clare County Council and Age Friendly Ireland, the event provided a platform for services to engage with local residents. #advocacy #humanrights #patientsafety

We are delighted to be at the Social and Health Education Project- SHEP Independent Advocacy Gathering 2026 @ucc.ie Members of our Team are pictured below at our information stand. We will provide a presentation "Advocacy Supports in Medication Related Complaints" #patientadvocacy #humanrights

The Patient Advocacy Service is available to support a person after a Patient Safety Incident. Advocates are trauma informed and can provide information, support and guidance. Call 0818 293003 Email [email protected] Visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie #advocacy #patientsafety

We are delighted to be at the @noca-irl.bsky.social Annual Conference. The theme for this year's event is "From Audit to Action: A Culture of Improvement". Drop by our stand, pictured below, to speak with our Advocacy Team and to learn more about the work of the Patient Advocacy Service.

#MondayMotivation “I wanted to take a moment to let you know just how grateful I am for all your help and support throughout the entire process. It truly meant so much to me, and it still does. I genuinely appreciate everything you have done for me” Visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

This week we were delighted to meet with Mary Butler, TD Minister of State with responsibility for Mental Health @roinnslainte.bsky.social. We spoke about the importance of the provision of independent advocacy in mental health services, in particular the right to make complaints. #advocacy

Did you know? The Patient Advocacy Service can support you to make a complaint about an experience in a Public Acute Hospital or a Public or Private Nursing Home. We can also support you in the aftermath of a Patient Safety Incident. For more information visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

First event of the year! Yesterday we attended the Patient Safety in the Community Seminar @unioflimerick.bsky.social We were delighted to be able to highlight the important role of independent advocacy in patient safety. @equips.bsky.social #patientsafety #patientadvocacy #advocacy

The Patient Advocacy Service 2024 Annual Report was published in December. In our report, we shared "Alex's Story". If would like to read this story, you can access the Annual Report by following this link patientadvocacyservice.ie/wp-content/u...

Starting the week with some positive feedback! "You did a great job, the letter is excellent. Thanks a million for all the help, I cannot say it enough - you have been a massive help and I appreciate it." For information on the Patient Advocacy Service Visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Last month we published our 2024 Annual Report. In 2024, the Patient Advocacy Service provided support to 301 people to make a complaint to a nursing home. To speak with an Advocate, contact National Line 0818 293003 Visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

In 2024, the Patient Advocacy Service provided support to 1,251 people to make a complaint about their care in public acute hospitals. To contact the Patient Advocacy Service Phone 0818 293003 Email [email protected] Visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Starting off the New Year with some positive feedback! “It meant a huge amount to me that you were so kind, supportive and able to give very practical pointers about what to do. Thank you so much for that.” Call 0818 293003 to speak with an Advocate or visit www.patientadvocacyservice.ie

Last week we released our 2024 Annual Report. We are pleased to be able to share some highlights of our work from 2024. You can find a copy of the report on our website www.patientadvocacyservice.ie/wp-content/u...

"Increase of 53 per cent in nursing home complaints to advocacy service last year" www.imt.ie/news/increas...