All invited to Open Day showcasing important Birr facility
Offaly Disability Equality Network (ODEN) is holding a number of events
As part of Disability Awareness Week, the general public is invited to head along to Riverview Resources, Avista Services, in Birr on Thursday, 11th June, at 2pm, for their Open Day, where they will be showcasing their facility, services, and achievements.
The Open Day will give the general public a chance to come along and meet the staff, explore the centre, and learn more about the community based day supports and personal development services that Avista provides for adults with intellectual disabilities in Birr and the wider North Tipperary region. Avista’s day services focus on skills development, independence, and community inclusion.
They also provide access to multidisciplinary supports, including occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, and psychology services.
The Open Day will give you a chance to see first hand the fantastic work, achievements, and opportunities available through Avista’s services.
If you are interested in a career in Disabilities then you are also invited to please come along to Avista’s Recruitment evening on June 15th in the Maltings Roscrea.
Offaly Disability Equality Network (ODEN) is holding a number of events in the region throughout the course of this week, Disability Week, which runs from June 8th to 12th.
On Monday June 8, from 11am to 12.30pm ODEN held a Dog Fouling Stencilling project on the streets of Birr called ‘Any Bag Any Bin’. Also on Monday, in the afternoon, ODEN held a Walkability Audit of Clara in conjunction with Clara FRC and Clara Town Team, to assess the accessibility of Clara.
On Wednesday June 10, from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm the general public is invited to discover the Services & Supports available at Chime Tullamore (R35T0C9) at their office on Church Street and learn more about the wide range of supports and services available. Free hearing test appointments will be available on the day with the Chime Audiologist. Please contact Chime Tullamore at 086 1436476.
On Friday June 12, from 2pm to 4pm ODEN is organising a visit to Ballykealy Social Farm, Five Alley with Forest Bathing and nature based activities in the garden. Booking essential as places are limited. Call Declan Costello at 087 6991226.
Avista is a major health and social care provider dedicated to supporting children and adults with intellectual disabilities and complex support needs. Formerly known as the Daughters of Charity Disability Support Services, they operate extensively across Dublin, Limerick, and North Tipperary/Offaly. They provide services such as residential care, community-based day programs, respite, and specialized clinical supports.
The Daughters of Charity came to Ireland in 1855 and became involved in providing services for persons with intellectual disability in the early 20th century until their retirement from the organisation in the early 21st century. In 2021 a new brand identity, Avista, was launched.
Avista says its name refers to “a broad sweep of the landscape ahead. The sense of new horizons. It speaks to the founding vision of the organisation and how its approach has always been forward-looking and progressive – never standing still. It implies looking ahead to the future with a sense of optimism and momentum from a strong vantage point. The name marks a bridge from the origins of the organisation to the future and retains the sense of quality, service and dedication to building an inclusive society.” Their Mission is to “work together with people to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services.”