Physical Impairment Ireland - PII

29/10/2026

If you live in social housing, you may be able to get the rent-a-room tax relief if you rent a room in your home to a third-level student. 👨

If you qualify, you can earn up to €14,000 of rental income per year tax-free. 🏠

To qualify:

✅ You must not have any rent arrears (if you do, you must have a payment plan in place)
✅ You must meet the terms and conditions of your tenancy agreement
✅ Your home must be in good condition
✅ Your home must not become overcrowded

The student you are renting to must:

✅ Be 18 or over
✅ Be a registered full-time student at a higher education institution
✅ Not be related to you
✅ Be tax compliant

You and the student must apply separately to your local authority to take part in the scheme. 📝

29/10/2026

Need support to continue living at home? 🏠

If you are 65 or older, the Home Support Service can help you with everyday tasks, so you can continue living in your own home for as long as possible. 🧓

The free service can help with tasks such as:

✅ Getting in and out of bed
✅ Showering, bathing, and shaving
✅ Dressing

If you are under 65, you may also be able to get the service. For example, you may qualify if you have early-onset dementia or a disability.

The HSE will assess your individual needs to decide what support you need. The service is provided by the HSE or an external provider approved by the HSE. 🤝

The Home Support Service is free and not means-tested. You don’t need a medical card to apply.

28/10/2026

28/10/2026

Supporting sport & physical activity for all in County Laois.
🎉 25 Years of LSPs (2026) 🏆 LSP of the Year 2023 🏅 Finalist & Double ISIA Finalists 2025/26

"Everybody active in County Laois"

https://linktr.ee/laoissportspartnership

25/10/2026

25/10/2026

Did you know that the NAI project "The Right Care in the Right Place: A National Call for Neurology Care", supported by Sanofi and etchcommunications has been shortlisted for the 2026 Irish Healthcare Awards in the Patient Advocacy Project of the Year category?

The report found evidence of significant gaps in neurology services, and it played a key role in our pre budget campaign. It was based on a nationwide survey of neurology centres, a series of lived experience focus groups and interviews with neurospecialists highlights regional disparities, staffing deficits and gaps in multidisciplinary care across neurology services.

The report outlines a series of recommendations based on the findings and in line with the 2016 Model of Care for Neurology Services in Ireland.

1) Deliver equitable neurology services across the hospital network

2) Address critical staffing shortages, particularly in specialist nursing and multidisciplinary teams

3) Invest in neurorehabilitation and long-term community supports for people with neurological conditions

Take a look back on the full report and the details at https://tinyurl.com/3n9n9z9s

25/10/2026

Laois PPN at National LCDC Training Event

Laois PPN Reps Horace Downey and Joan Bolger, alongside Jake Lawlor from Laois County Council, attended the National LCDC Training Event in Athlone.

The event provided valuable insights into community initiatives being delivered by Local Community Development Committees (LCDCs) across the country, highlighting examples of good practice and opportunities to strengthen community development.

It was also an excellent opportunity to share experiences, exchange ideas and network with colleagues from across Ireland, supporting continued collaboration to benefit our local communities.

05/10/2026

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