Disability

112 is the “Single European Emergency Number". It works in all EU countries and can be used to call for help in an emergency. In Ireland, 112 and 999 exist equally and run in parallel. Regardless of which number you call in Ireland, there will be no difference and the call will be handled in the same manner.

112 or 999 should only be called when there is a risk to life or property, where there is a crime being committed or the prospect of a crime being committed or when a person feels their personal safety is being threatened.

If you are in any doubt however, call 112 or 999 and don’t presume someone else has.

The Emergency SMS/Text Service can be used to contact the Emergency Call Answering Service (ECAS) for help by sending an SMS/Text message to 112

Advocates For Autism's main objective is to help children develop and progress. Advocates For Autism work hard to secure funding for social activities with a view to promoting greater independence, confidence and integration in the community.

Neurodiversity Ireland is working to make schools and communities more inclusive for neurodivergent people. They have more information on what it means to be neurodivergent and resources to help empower and support neurodivergent people and their families.

Dyspraxia Ireland provides a range of supports and services to young people and adults with dyspraxia/DCD and their families. They provide more information on how to manage dyspraxia as well providing assessments and counselling/therapy.

The Irish Wheelchair Association provides information and support services for people across the country with limited mobility.

Family Carers provides a range of services and support to family carers.

The Disability Federation Ireland provides advocacy services promoting equality for people with disabilities.

Chronic Pain Ireland provides information and support for those living with the condition, as well as for their families and friends.

Chime provides supports and services to the deaf and hard of hearing communities, including people with tinnitus, and to their families.

Sage is the National Advocacy Service for Older People. It also supports vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in certain situations where no other service is available.

The National Advocacy Service provides free and confidential advocacy service to adults with disabilities.