For any of our Care and Support Workers or Service Users - We have some much sought after tickets to give away for the festival. These tickets will allow access to reserved enclosure and the Kildare Business Club Tent. Just let us know if you would like them in the comments below and what day you would ideally like them for. Or send me an email. eoinkelly@caremark.ie

War on superbugs is putting elderly people at risk of sepsis

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Do you or your loved one need professional care in your own home? If you do, give us a call. Caremark have launched our homecare services in Laois & Offaly. Caremark are an approved HSE provider with a proven track record of providing the highest quality of care. We have experienced, caring, well trained and Garda Vetted carers available to provide care immediately. Call one of our friendly team on 057-8594956

Falls can be deadly for the elderly — here's how to prevent them

Falls for an elderly person can have very serious consequences. Here is a great article with some excellent advice on how to minimise risk around the home.... http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/caregiver/staying-healthy/their-health-safety/sd-me-caregiving-fall-prevention-20180424-story.html

Did you know? 80% of diseases are spread by touch. Save Lives Clean Your Hands is the World Health Organisation's global annual campaign to raise awareness on the importance of hand hygiene.

Dan Morrissey - MIG.ie - Pactimo

Well done to the Viner - Caremark - Pactimo team on the Victus Tour of Ulster 2018. Caremark are proud to be one of the main sponsors of this Cycling team. Team Viner-Caremark-Pactimo is a team aiming to bring on the best talent in the country through mentorship and guidance from current and past champions.

UPCOMING JOB OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS LAOIS AND OFFALY – Caremark are recruiting in advance of launching our services across Laois and Offaly. Care and Support Workers will be needed throughout Laois and Offaly. Caremark already have an excellent track record a being a very good employer. Regular hours will be available. Competitive pay. Fully qualified rates starting at €12 per hour. A supportive office team. Free training and uniforms provided. Paid holidays. Good support structure for our carers. Applicants should have at least finished or be studying Care Skills and Care of the Elderly modules or have a minimum of 1 years paid experience as a carer. If you are interested please send your CV to jobs@caremark.ie or call 045 871166.

Elderly people being 'left behind' as new report finds 50pc have never used the internet

Age Action finds that older people in Ireland are being 'left behind' in the digital world according to a new report..... http://ow.ly/d3Yz30jjCQc

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