The countryâÃÂÃÂs largest older peopleâÃÂÃÂs charity has today (10/10/2017) accused the government of playing games with older peopleâÃÂÃÂs incomes as they announced a delayed increase to the State Pension. read more
Congratulations to Shannon Active Retirement Association's Bridget Kirby, who was recently named Co. Clare's Older Person of the Year read more
See the Whole Picture. Monday marked the launch of the 2017 Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Week, supported by Novartis. read more
The Freebird Club soars to new heights â Winning Final of 2017 European social Innovation Tournament in Riga â sponsored by the European Investment Bank Institute read more
Castle Homecare, the Irish-owned and managed home care services provider for older people, has paired with broadcaster Brendan Courtney to launch âÂÂThinking AheadâÂÂ, a series of free talks aimed at encouraging older people and their families to plan for the future. read more
Active Retirement Ireland, has today (25.08.2017) reacted to Minister for Social Protection Regina DohertyÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂs comments on the Public Services Card, calling them ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂegregious and unnecessaryÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂ. read more
The full draw for the National Bowls Competition, which will take place in the INEC, Killarney, from September 12th-14th 2017 read more
Brussels, June 20, 2017 â More than 250 non-government organisations from across Europe have released an alternative vision for a more democratic, just, and sustainable Europe. read more
The countdown is on to the biggest ever Active Retirement Ireland Trade and Tourism Show! read more
Only 1% wish to age in a nursing home or long-term care facility despite current legislation, which provides only for nursing home care via the Fair Deal An overwhelming majority (82%) would like to age in place in their own homes, while 17% would opt for sheltered accommodation or a retirement community However, one in three older people believe that they will NOT be supported to age at home or in the community read more
The Freebird Club is the Dublin based start-up which aims to disrupt the traditional notion of ageing by mobilizing and fostering connections between older people, and championing a new âÃÂÃÂcaring approachâÃÂàto the sharing economy. read more
The organisation has reacted with âdisappointmentâ to reports that the cost of a national stamp is to rise from 72c to â¬1 and that some post offices will have to close as part of cost-savings measures. read more
Half of older adults provide regular childcare to their grandchildren Half engage in volunteering The vast majority of financial transfers are from older adults to their children rather than vice versa read more
From 1st March 2017, the prescription charge for persons aged 70 & over, and their dependents, will reduce from â¬2.50 to â¬2.00 per item and the monthly cap for prescription charges will decrease from â¬25.00 to â¬20.00 for this cohort. read more
The countryâÂÂs largest older peopleâÂÂs charity, Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), has today (28th February) called on Minister Shane Ross and Bus ÃÂireann to act in the interest of older people in rural communities and bring next weekâÂÂs proposed strike action to a halt. read more
On the occasion of the European Day for Victims of Crime, AGE Platform Europe, to whom Active Retirement Ireland are affiliated, calls on European Union countries and the European Commission to implement in a comprehensive and ambitious way the 2012 European Union Directive on Victims' Rights. In a position paper released to mark this day, AGE stresses the importance of using the process of implementation of this Directive to improve the protection of older persons who have suffered abuse, violence and maltreatment. read more
Approximately 10,000 people in Ireland die each year from heart attacks, stroke and other circulatory diseases â more deaths than breast cancer, prostate cancer and bowel cancer combined. Thank you to all of the Active Retirement groups hosting coffee mornings in support of the Irish Heart Foundation. read more
RTàpresenter Mary Kennedy launched the 10th annual Hearing Awareness Week, a major national health campaign that highlights the issue ofâ¯hearingâ¯loss and how it is a key part of overall health and wellness. read more
Active Retirement Ireland is asking that all Active Retirement Associations consider hosting a coffee morning with its members any time during the month of February read more
We are delighted to announce a new partnership between Active Retirement Ireland and the Irish Heart Foundation for the month of February this year. read more
The re-opening of Active Retirement Ireland's Central Support Office. read more
The National Safeguarding Committee has today launched a Strategic Plan 2017-2021 to guide its work to safeguard vulnerable adults over the next five years. read more
16th November, 2016: Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) today launched their ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂShare the ExperienceÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàwinter fundraising campaign. read more
Active Retirement Ireland, the country's largest older people's charity, has registered its disgust at the decision to invite right-wing columnist Katie Hopkins to appear on the Late Late Show this Friday. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the countryâs largest community-based older peopleâs organisation, has today welcomed the Governmentâs move in Budget 2017 to add â¬5 to the State Pension as âa step in the right directionâ towards ending income inequality. read more
Community-based older people's group calls for pension increase and restoration of cuts. read more
Active Retirement Ireland announced a partnership with Topaz Ireland today that will provide discounted fuel to the organisationâs 24,500 members nationwide. read more
A group of Irelandâs leading not for profit organisations and campaigners came together today to call for increased investment in home care in Budget 2017. read more
This week, from 19th to 25th September, adults across the country are being urged to consider their eye health and avail of free testing for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness in those over 50 in Ireland read more
Congratulations to the winners and runners up in our National Bowls Competition, proudly sponsored by Bluebird Care. read more
A festival of fun and entertainment for all the family will take place at Waterford's R. S. C. on Sunday, September 25th starting at 11 a.m. read more
Visit the new BBC Good Food Show Northern Ireland this October for a delicious day out in the food-loving city of Belfast. read more
The National Bowls Competition, sponsored by Bluebird Care, takes place from 12-15 September in Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. read more
Margaret Guilfoyle was a long-serving member of both the regional committee and her local Active Retirement Group. read more
In the wake of the recent revelations about the financial mismanagement and poor corporate governance in the charity Console, Maureen Kavanagh addresses the members of Active Retirement Ireland. read more
The spectacular Marigold Festival, run by Active Retirement Ireland and Home Instead Senior Care, returns for 2016. read more
Give it a Go in association with Active Retirement Ireland and proudly sponsored by Hidden Hearing is an event that will allow people to take control of their lives, experience new things, find a new hobby or interest, catch up with friends, laugh, dance and have fun! Itâs all about Giving things a Go! It can cost you as little as â¬10 to GIVE IT A GO! read more
27th April 2016: President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, attended the Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) AGM in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Co. Cavan today as over 500 delegates, representing more than 24,500 members, met to discuss issues that affect older people in Ireland. read more
The Co. Galway group won second prize on the night. read more
Ireland is in danger of ignoring the contribution that older people can make to their communities, according to a report launched today at City Hall, Dublin. read more
Portlaoise Active Retirement Association, in conjunction with Students of C.B.S Transition Year and Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, presented "1916: A Terrible Beauty is Born". read more
The country's largest community-based older people's organisation, has criticised cuts to homecare packages that have forced older patients in the greater Dublin area to remain in hospital even though they are well. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) has reacted to the study published today by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) which found that there was scope for incentivising the trading down of domestic properties for older couples, or so called 'empty nesters' read more
Award-Winning Cookbook Raises Funds for Active Retirement Ireland read more
Candidates told half a million older people's votes can decide the make-up of next Government read more
EIL Intercultural Learning has launched its 'EIL Explore Travel Awards' scheme for 2016, and the organisation is encouraging members of Active Retirement Ireland to apply. read more
Irish start-up with idea for âNew Ways to Growâ in Europe wins top prize of â¬50,000 read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the countryâs largest community based older peopleâs organisation, has today criticised Bank of Ireland's decision to restrict over-the-counter cash withdrawals and lodgements. read more
Ben Mc Poland (Western Region) and John McNamara (North West region) were honoured at a recent End of Life Forum for their outstanding support of Think Ahead project during the past year. Ben who attended on the day was awarded a framed certificate by Mrs Justice Catherine McGuinness, Chairperson of the National Council (End of Life Forum) read more
The Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran, Co. Donegal, saw the hugely popular Active Retirement Ireland National Bowls Competition roll into town this week. read more
Active Retirement Ireland has today welcomed reports that the extra State Pension and Social Welfare payment at Christmas time is to be partially restored in next month's Budget, but warned that it was not a "guarantee for re-election" due to the cuts imposed on older people over the course of the last five years. read more
Ireland's free travel scheme will be protected, according to a spokesperson for the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection Joan Burton. read more
The National Bowls Competition 2015 Draw took place today in the Skylon Hotel. The competition will take place from 21-25 September in the Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran, Co. Donegal, and is sponsored by Bluebird Care. read more
Active Retirement Ireland reaffirm call on the Government to address future pension and health demands read more
Do not miss the Marigold Festival series of Health & Wellbeing days being hosted throughout the month of June by Active Retirement Ireland in partnership with Home Instead Senior Care. read more
The Heart of Ireland festival's Heart of Gold competition is approaching its deadline. read more
Businesses and organisations are invited to book exhibition space at the hugely popular Trade & Tourism Show taking place in Galway on 26th May read more
The winners of the National Art, Prose and Poetry Competitions 2015 read more
The organisation says that implementing the National Positive Ageing Strategy would alleviate loneliness. read more
At the recent launch of the Heart of Ireland Festival, the organisers announced details of a very special international competition. Do you know someone who aims to make the world a better place? read more
Mai Quaid, National President & Sue Shaw, National Development Officer represented Active Retirement Ireland at a seminar on promoting Health in Older Age last Friday read more
At this Breakfast Seminar on March 20th there will be inspirational speakers sharing their insights on Happiness. read more
Bunclody Active Retirement Association were part of a delegation that met Minister for Transport Paschal Donohoe this week. read more
A comprehensive EU strategy would help turn population ageing into an opportunity for economic and social growth in Europe - AGE Platform Europe read more
Active Retirement Ireland, the countryâs largest community-based older peopleâs organisation has today, 23rd February, called on Government intervention to protect the Bus Ãireann Services which are to cease. In a move the organisation calls âanother assault on rural Irelandâ Bus Ãireann has cut almost 100 services, leaving many towns with no public transport options. read more
EIL Intercultural Learning will send one ARI member on a 6-8 week volunteer programme. read more
Active Retirement Ireland, a national membership-led organisation seeks a full-time Financial/Office Administrator. read more
Over 26,000 tickets sold, raising money for hundreds of local associations. read more
Active Senior Citizens for Europe project closing conference calls for increased solidarity. read more
Changes to water charges announced by Tánaiste today (20/11/2014). read more
Active Retirement Ireland is aiming to build strong county representation to work within the new Local Development Structures and the Public Participation Networks. read more
Following the approval of the new European Commission by the European Parliament, AGE Platform Europe members welcome changes brought by President-elect Jean-Claude Juncker in some portfolios, which we believe are important steps to move forward older people's rights and fight age discrimination in Europe. read more
Trudy Nealon (70) from Laois has been named as the overall winner of 2014 Google Silver Surfer Awards with Age Action. Trudy uses technology on a daily basis for everything, as treasurer of the Portlaoise Active Retirement Association, she is also responsible for the administration of the club, managing its finances and membership database. read more
Actress was ARI's first patron. read more
ARI criticise government measures as "too little, too late". read more
Over €5,000 cash to be won in our exciting national raffle plus €500 for one lucky seller! read more
Another successful year for the Active Retirement Ireland National Bowls Competition read more
Donations will be made from the sale of every copy of "Food for the Soul" by Gary O'Hanlon. read more
Study finds that older people in rural areas with regular social contact are happier than other demographic groups. read more
The draw for the 2014 National Bowls Competition was made in Dublin this week. The tournament takes place in Killarney from 15-18 September. read more
The National Bowls Competition, sponsored by Bluebird Care, returns to Killarney from 15th - 19th September read more
The national organisation is looking to encourage older people to watch their diets through a series of events and competitions. read more
The volunteer body will aim to support the implementation of Healthy Ireland, Ireland's framework for improving the health and wellbeing of our people. read more
Minister Pat Rabbitte Launches the Google Silver Surfer Awards with Age Action read more
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland's nationwide celebration of creativity as we age, starts 1st May, with the first of thousands of events involving older people. read more
Over 450 members of Active Retirement Associations attended Active Retirement Ireland's Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Galway on the 09.04.14 where they discussed issues and motions relating to the organisation. read more
The winners of the National Art, Prose and Poetry Competitions for 2014, including the new Gradam De Prionnbhiol award for Irish-language prose and poetry. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the country's largest community-based older people's organisation, today (Wednesday 9th April) strongly criticised the Government for contributing to the decline of rural communities. read more
Active Retirement Ireland's hugely popular annual Trade & Tourism Show 2014 is coming to Galway on 8 April 2014, with over 2,000 people expected to attend during the day. read more
Founder member of Blanchardstown Active Retirement and the then-Federation of Active Retirement Associations passes away after an illness. read more
EIL Travel Awards offer scholarships to explore cultures around the world read more
Do you see the value of having MEPs? Do you even know who they are? What do you think they can do for you? Will you vote in the European Parliament elections in 22-25 May 2014? read more
Competition expanded from 32 teams to an open format. read more
"Friends in Low Places" to thrill Garth Brooks fans in Killarney ahead of superstar's summer concerts. read more
Active Retirement Ireland and Topflight present an exclusive guided holiday to beautiful Lake Garda in Italy. read more
Active Retirement Ireland has today (9/1/2014) criticised the Government for cuts to housing adaptation grants which were introduced this year without any announcement. read more
The theme for the ARI Annual Prose and Poetry Competition 2014 has been announced. read more
ARI and other NGOs have launched a policy paper on human rights and older people in Ireland read more
To celebrate their 25th Anniversary, Age & Opportunity will be giving out bursaries to help older people live their dreams. read more
Local groups from all over the South with come together in Cork City on November 5th at 12.30pm read more
Active Retirement Ireland and other NGOs representing Ireland's older and younger populations, as well as those with disabilities, have slammed Budget 2014 read more
ISCP calls on all sections of society to support their protest rally tomorrow (22/10/2013). read more
ARI lays out the next steps after Budget 2014 read more
The country's largest community-based older people's group, Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) has today (15/10/2013) criticised the Government's Budget announcement as unfair and said that it would lead to untold hardship among older people. read more
The Senior Times Over 50's Show and the Travel Department Holiday Show are to be held minutes apart over a weekend of entertainment and excitement. read more
Tickets just €12 (usually €15) for over 65s read more
The South East Region will hold the heats of their Regional Quiz on October the 29th in 5 locations simultaneously. read more
The Creative Writing Group of Bray Active Retirement will launch their book this November. read more
The Centre for Ageing Research and Development in Ireland has launched a programme to promote ageing research over the next three years. read more
The annual Go For Life Grant Scheme will be open until 27th September. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the country's largest community-based older people's organisation has today (12/08/13) criticised the Government for their "scare tactics" after cabinet sources were quoted as considering a €10 per week cut in state pension levels. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the country's largest community-based older people's organisation has called on ComReg to act in consumer's interests and to direct Irish telecommunications companies to inform subscribers of their rights to paper billing. read more
Free tenpin bowling for Active Retirement Associations nationwide. read more
The country's largest community-based older people's organisation, Active Retirement Ireland, today called on Minister Joan Burton to honour the Government's commitments in the National Positive Ageing Strategy read more
Mary Daly from Multyfarnham Co. Westmeath has won a prestigious 8 week travel award to Mexico. The fully funded award was given by Cork-based EIL Intercultural Learning, which organises cultural and educational travel programmes worldwide. read more
The Go for Life Games is a celebration of physical activity and will take place at DCU Sports Centre from 10.00 a.m. 4.30p.m., 8 June 2013 read more
The 4th annual Specsavers National Bowls Competition took place in Killarney last week. read more
Active Retirement Ireland will have a marquee packed with fun activities at the festival! read more
The introduction of the carbon tax on solid fuel will have a serious financial and social impact on some of Ireland's most vulnerable citizens according to Active Retirement Ireland. read more
The Strategy was launched today (24/04/2013) by Minister Kathleen Lynch read more
The proceedings of the ARI Trade and Tourism Show and AGM 2013 read more
64 Teams will face off in Kerry for the Active Retirement Ireland Cup read more
The results of the elections at Active Retirement Ireland's 27th AGM in Wexford. read more
The winners of the 2013 Prose & Poetry and Art Competitions read more
Older people who have worked in the United Kingdom are being urged to see if they are eligible for that country's Winter Fuel Allowance, writes Kelly Dundavan of the South East Region read more
The Community Foundation for Ireland has made changes to its grant scheme for older people. read more
Older people are living in fear of being attacked in their own homes due to reduced policing presence in their communities, that's according to Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), the representative organisation for over 550 local Active Retirement Associations nationwide. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) today slammed the decision by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government to cut the funding to the Seniors Alert Scheme by 50%. read more
Active Retirement Ireland has published research by the Irish Centre for Social Gerontology showing the importance of social engagement in older people's lives. read more
The Active Virginians ARA in Cavan will be on Winning Streak on Saturday 19th January. read more
The Winners of the Active Retirement Ireland National Raffle 2012 read more
Active Retirement Ireland are delighted to announce the EIL Active Retirement Volunteer Abroad Award 2013. read more
ARI Criticises 200 per cent Increase in Prescription Charge read more
The Government must commit to protecting the free travel scheme in the forthcoming budget. That's according to Active Retirement Ireland (ARI), which held an event in Dublin today (26.11.12) to launch new research into the health benefits of staying socially connected in older age. read more
ARI's most popular competition makes a return. read more
Two free events, open to all on Merchant's Quay, Dublin read more
The new property tax must take into account the ability of pensioners to pay and the fact that, for many older people, the capital value of their homes does not relate to their current income, according to Active Retirement Ireland read more
A free day at the Zoo for anyone Over 50 on September 12th read more
Future budgetary measures must not impact negatively on older people's quality of life or prevent them from living at home and ageing healthily within their own communities. read more
The High Tea Hop Friday August 10th 2012 A day of cultural events to get you thinking and keep you moving. read more
Changes to personal rates for people who become entitled to a pension on or after 1st September 2012 read more
ARI's celebrated National Cruise will return in 2013, with thanks to JMG Travel. read more
Ninety Year Old Mabel takes her message to the streets to Make Home Work, while Minister Kathleen Lynch has given the National Positive Ageing Strategy an October deadline. read more
The Office for Older People, Department of Health, in partnership with CARDI and Age & Opportunity has launched a video competition. It is being held to celebrate 2012 The European Year for Active Ageing and Solidarity between Generations. read more
Older people should not hesitate to contact An Garda Síochána to report any suspicious activity in the vicinity of their homes. read more
As part of the European Year for Active Ageing and Solidarity Between Generations 2012, the EU Commission's Representation in Ireland and Age & Opportunity celebrated active ageing in Dublin on May 9th read more
Remarks by President Michael D. Higgins At the Active Retirement Network Ireland AGM Citywest Hotel, Co. Dublin Wednesday, 18 April 2012 read more
Are you over 55? Interested in fashion, cookery, music, art, healthly living? Then come along to the Active Retirement Ireland Trade & Tourism Show, sponsored by Specsavers. Citywest Hotel, Tuesday April 17th, from 12 noon to 6pm. Cookery demonstrations with celebrity chef Kevin Dundon, free health checks, Art & crafts and fashion show Entry is free & all are welcome read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) has called on the Government to provide clear and concise information to older people as the deadline for payment of the household charge looms. read more
Active Retirement Ireland (ARI) has called on the Government to offer some reassurances to older people that their benefits will not be reduced or withdrawn as part of continued cuts in Government spending. read more
Minister Lynch must reassure older people living under threat of more cut-backs read more
Would you like to get involved in a paper craft project, inspired by one of Dublin's most beautiful historic buildings? No previous craft experience necessary! read more
"There is something extraordinarily natural, imaginatively and ethically superior when you have solidarity between generations" - President Michael D Higgins read more
The alliance of Older People's organisations warns against rash cuts to services. read more
Active Retirement Ireland Trade and Tourism Show 2012 12noon 6pm 17th April Citywest Hotel, Dublin read more
Osteoporosis and Arthritis of the knee: A free evening of expert talks at the Sports Surgery Clinic in Santry on Jan 24th. read more
The taxman has said that he will be targeting pensioners on higher incomes after revealing 115,000 retired people are facing tax demands this year. But it has left thousands of pensioners facing uncertainty. The Irish Independent's Charlie Weston answers some of the most pressing questions read more
The Winners of the 2nd Annual Active Retirement Ireland National Raffle. read more
Older People's group criticises cuts. read more
On the 30th of November 2011, over 300 delegates representing Active Retirement Associations the length and breadth of the country decided the financial future of the national organisation in the D4 Berkeley Hotel in Dublin. read more
The NAWI will march against cuts affecting Irish citizens. read more
Cooley ARA and Gorey Tigers took home the Breaffy Perpetual Cups at the National Bowls Competition read more
The Southern Region's Annual Holiday Break, run in conjunction with JMG Travel, will take place in Dublin from November 15-17. read more
ARI today (19/09/2010) criticised proposed moves to close up to 200 Garda Stations in rural and isolated areas. read more
Culture Night takes place Friday 23 September and Dublin will be full of entertaining events, so why not try Flamenco? read more
ARI today (16/09/11) appealed to Minister For Social Protection Joan Burton not to cut Social Welfare Payments any further. read more
A host of special tours and talks for older people as part of Dublin's Contemporary Art Festival read more
The Department of Adult and Community Education, NUI Maynooth are launching a new initiative of short leisure courses. These will provide a learning experience with a difference; no assignments and no exams, just a great opportunity to pursue interesting topics in dialogue with university academic staff and a group of like-minded people. There are no entry requirements. read more
ESB and Age Action encourage everyone to celebrate older people's contributions to society read more
The application form for this year's Go For Life Grant Scheme has been released by Age & Opportunity read more
Would you like to be in the audience for RTÉ's newest quiz show? read more
The death has occurred of former ARI National President Eddie O'Neill read more
An Open Letter to Minister Joan Burton. read more
This September the Irish Heart Foundation's Heart Month Campaign will focus on men. read more
Win €3,000 Cash, a week-long holiday in Madeira and much more in ARI's National Raffle 2011! read more
Get Active Over 55's Club present an evening of song and dance from the showband era. read more
ARAs in Galway invited to attend Patrick Kavanagh Day in the Claddagh, Galway City. read more
Sponsor sought for the Active Retirement Ireland National Bowls Competition. read more
Enjoy lunchtime tea dances in the beautiful mirrored Spiegeltent! Tickets Only €5. read more
Booker Prize judge and Poet Laureate bookend the 2011 Yeats Celebration read more
Would your group like to hold a coffee morning to raise awareness around World Elder Abuse Day on June 15th? read more
Say No To Ageism Week 2011 takes place from May 30th to June 3rd. read more
Advocates for Older People in Residential Care Wanted. read more
The Winners of the ARI National Art, Essay & Poetry Competitions read more
The "Taste of Dublin" Festival returns with a special offer for Active Retirement Members read more
Active Retirement Ireland's 25th AGM and 1st Trade and Tourism Show. Over 400 members of Active Retirement Associations attended Active Retirement Ireland's Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Killarney, Co. Kerry on the 13.04.11 where they met Dr. Martin McAleese, who delivered the keynote address at the event. read more
Dr. Martin McAleese's Address to Active Retirement Ireland's AGM in Killarney, April 2011, in which he highlights the isolation faced by older men. read more
Active Retirement Ireland has criticised the reintroduction of full passport fees for over-65s. According to the organisation, the Government must now consider ways of ensuring the renewal of passports does not become overly costly for older people. read more
The 3rd Annual Arthritis Ireland Get your Joints in Motion Sponsored Walking Challenge will take place in the Phoenix Park on Saturday 7th of May 2011 at 11:00am. read more
An appeal for Grandmothers to appear on an RTÉ documentary. read more
The Bealtaine Festival will include the much loved Dawn Chorus once again this year. read more
Alliance urges Government to rectify matter in coming days read more
Listowel ARA will take part in Listowel's St. Patrick's Day Parade this year, which includes delegations from Listowel's twinned towns. read more
The Older & Bolder alliance yesterday (Wednesday, 9 February) set out five priorities which parties and candidates must address if they are to win older people's votes. read more
The RTÉ Show Health of the Nation is looking for Limerick ARA Members to avail of free doctors' appointments. read more
Do you love being outdoors in the fresh air? Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity with a difference? Why not train to become a Leader on the Arthritis Ireland Get your Joints in Motion Walking Programme? read more
After last year's successful Essay Competition, ARI will hold a national competition in both verse and prose this year. read more
Active Retirement Ireland will be holding a Trade & Tourism Show at their AGM in Kerry in April. read more
Jeremy Tucker of Tailored Finance Ltd. provides some impartial advice on avoiding the VHI price hike. read more
More must be done to ensure people can lead healthy, independent lives well into their old age, according to Active Retirement Ireland read more
The Winners of the ARI National Raffle 2010 read more
Older People as Active Participants in the Community and in Long-term Care Settings read more
Active Retirement Ireland has welcomed the fact there will be no reduction in the State Pension over the coming 12 months but has cautioned over future costs to members. read more
The Annual Golden Years Festival in Waterford City was, once again, an exceptional event. read more
A Special on Active Retirement Ireland's late patron Anna Manahan will be broadcast on RTÉ One on Monday December 13 at 7.30pm. read more
Our friends at goldenireland.ie have launched a competition to find the best shared memories of Christmas past. read more
The Community Foundation for Ireland's Grant Scheme will be open until 30th December 2010 read more
Monday 29th November is Dublin City Senior Citizens Day with a host of offers for older people. read more
Reminder to Secretaries currently engaged in AP evaluation survey. read more
Ireland's premier local news website has launched a financial support scheme for local community groups. read more
Ann Bourke of Ballyheane "55" Club and all the members of Charlestown ARA were among the recipients of Mayo's Golden Years Awards. read more
CARDI in conjunction with Irish Rural Link and Rural Community Network NI will host a seminar on An age old problem where now for rural services? On 9-10 December in NUI Galway. read more
Age Action and 3 Mobile announce the 2010 Silver Surfer Awards for the most dedicated older people on the web. read more
Active Retirement Ireland begin their campaign against hotels' "single supplement" charges. read more
The deadline for returning SOLD raffle ticket stubs is Friday 26th November 2009 read more
Older and Bolder are looking for volunteers to help their "Protect the State Pension" Campaign read more
Leighlin ARA Bowls and the Springhill Court Hotel announce massive Bowls competition in October. read more
Positive Ageing Week 2010 will take place from Friday 24th September to Saturday 2nd October. read more
The Mid West Region will hold a Health Day in Limerick on Wednesday September 8th. read more
The application form for the the 2010 Go for Life Grant Scheme has been released read more
Manufacturers and service-providers in the ICT sector need to pay more attention to the needs of the silver' market. That's according to Active Retirement Ireland, which today (24.08.10) launched its new website, www.activeirl.ie read more
HSE Short Film Competition to raise awareness of Elder Abuse read more
Lynch Hotels announce an exclusive ARI offer for fans of dancing. read more
Active Retirement Ireland Tells Oireachtas Committee that Measures are Needed to Offset Impact of Carbon Tax on Pensioners read more
A new campaign to raise awareness among women of their risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) begins this September led by the Irish Heart Foundation and supported by the HSE. read more
Letter as published in the Irish Times read more
The Southern Region of ARI have released the details of their annual Autumn Break. read more
Active Retirement Ireland has said that those dependent on State pensions should be protected from new taxes and charges that may be associated with utilities. read more
Portarlington Happy Hearts Club ARA were honoured for their contribution to Co. Laois in a county-wide competition for community groups. read more
A new national colon cancer screening service is to be phased in starting 2012. read more
On 13/01/10 the Irish Times claimed that the increase in over 65s in the next 50 years will cripple the Irish economy. ARI responded. read more
Bord Gáis Energy has announced that it will provide €1m towards the gas bills of those most in need as a result of the prolonged cold weather. read more
ARI President Tom O'Mahony calls on the Government to help pensioners during cold weather. read more
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