Spinal Injuries

Catch Up Chat - Powerchair Users
2022-03-02 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us for an informal catch up with our peer volunteers and others who may be in a similar situation to you. Share tips, experiences or ask advice or just simply listen in, whatever you are comfortable with but we’d love to see you.

Catch Up Chat - Those with an SCI who are walking
2022-02-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Catch Up Chat - Family and Carers
2022-02-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Catch Up Chats - Under 30s
2022-02-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Virtual Life Skills 6 Week Programme
2022-02-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Spinal Injuries Ireland in partnership with our good friends from Aware are delighted to be able to facilitate a fantastic 6-week Life Skills Programme.
It will take place every Tuesday evening between 1st February and 8th March inclusive from 7pm to 8.30pm.
There is a signup fee of €30 and a discounted rate of €10 if you are a student, unemployed, a senior citizen or have a medical card. All fees are fully refundable on completion of the course.

Based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), the Life Skills programme is designed to help people learn more about how we think and how this can influence our actions in helpful or unhelpful ways. It is delivered over the course of six weeks in 90-minute sessions. With the help of a series of easy-to-follow worksheets and expert guidance from your trained facilitator at each session, you can learn how to better manage the stress of everyday life, recognise and manage unhelpful thoughts, learn new ways of thinking and ultimately begin the journey to a healthier and more confident life.
Tailored exclusively for SII service users and family members, this fantastic programme will be delivered by SII service user, Ciaran Allen.
This Life Skills programme has been independently evaluated by Aware and shown to deliver proven results. The evaluation showed a statistically significant improvement in participants’ self-reported levels of anxiety and depression after completing the programme.
To find out more visit https://spinalinjuries.ie/resource/virtual-life-skills-programme-february-2022/
Places are limited and will book out quickly so reserve your spot today

Catch Up Chat - Those with Transverse Myelitis or Guillain Barre
2022-01-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Catch Up Chat - Those with Cauda Equina Syndrome
2022-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Catch Up Chat - Manual Wheelchair Users
2022-01-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Santa Roll and Stroll
2021-12-12 11:00 - 14:00 | St. Anne’s Park, Saint Anne's Park, Clontarf East, Raheny, Dublin, Ireland
Two venues to choose from: St. Anne’s Park, Raheny and Marlay Park, Rathfarnham.
Bring your friends and family along to this lovely, accessible day out for people of all abilities. There’ll be Santa hats and beards for everyone who’s registered, as well as children’s entertainment, music, and refreshments as we all go for a walk or roll in two of the most scenic parks in Dublin. Looking forward to seeing you there!

SII Christmas Lunch
2021-12-04 13:00 - 18:00 | Intercontinental Hotel, Simmonscourt Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin, D04 A9K8, Ireland

Catch Up Chat - Those with a SCI who are walking
2021-12-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 1st December at 7pm.
This week’s group is those with a SCI who are walking. Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

An Evening with Claire Lomas MBE
2021-11-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
We are delighted to invite you to an evening with Claire Lomas MBE next Thursday 25th December. Claire is a phenomenal lady with incredible stories to share and we really hope you can join us. We can pretty much guarantee you will find her infectious personality, joie de vivre and sense of humour, not to mention her resilience and determination, very motivating.
Make sure to join us if you can. You won’t regret it.
This is a free event but you will need to register HERE

Catch Up Chat - Powerchair Users
2021-11-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 24th November at 7pm.
This week’s group is Powerchair Users. Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

Catch Up Chat - Under 30s
2021-11-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 17th November at 7pm.
This week’s group is the Under 30s . Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

Catch Up Chat - Family Members and Carers
2021-11-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 10th November at 7pm.
This week’s group is Family and Carers. Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

Catch Up Chat - Those with Transverse Myelitis and Guillain Barre
2021-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 3rd November at 7pm.
This week’s group is those with Transverse Myelitis and Guillain Barre . Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

My Life and Wellbeing Virtual Conference
2021-10-20 - 2021-10-22 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Catch Up Chat - Those with Cauda Equina Syndrome
2021-10-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 13th October at 7pm.
This week’s group is those with Cauda Equina Syndrome. Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

Catch Up Chat - Manual Wheelchair Users
2021-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Join us and our peer volunteers for a catch up chat on Wednesday 6th October at 7pm.
This week’s group is Manual Wheelchair Users. Drop in and say hello, share experiences, ask questions or merely listen in.
We’d love to see you.
Click on the website link below to register
#itsgoodtotalk #peersupport

Q BBQ
2021-10-02 13:00 - 23:30 | Merrion Cricket Club, Anglesea Road, Dublin 4, D04 HF59, Ireland
The Q BBQ takes place on Saturday, 2nd October at 1 pm in Merrion Cricket Club and includes a delicious 3 course barbecue including wine and beer and entertainment provided by Mundy.
Dress code: Stylish
Bring an umbrella just in case 😉

A Day In My Wheels
2021-09-30 - 2021-10-01

Introductory Course to Self-Defence and Empowerment for Women Part 3
2021-09-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
This is Part 3 of a three part course facilitated by Dirk Van de Merwe.
This course will help women develop easy-to-use techniques such as awareness, assertiveness, and verbal skills in combination with safety strategies and avoidance techniques to help prevent, resist, and escape dangerous scenarios.
This course will be open to maximum of 10-12 women (aged 18 years up). These workshops will have a discussion format where participants can discuss topics in an open and confidential manner with the group.
Topics included:

What is self-defence
What is abuse and different forms of abuse
Ways you can protect yourself
Understanding Body Language
Can you say No and how to do so
Promote your confidence and empower you

Dirk Van De Merwe is originally from South Africa and now lives and works in Ireland. He himself has a spinal cord injury and uses a manual wheelchair. Dirk worked in the South African Police force including branches such as Flying squad, Crime Prevention Unit and undercover roles. He has a 5th degree black belt in Shotokan karate with over 30 years experience. In 2006 he was World Karate Champion (Competed against non disabled). In 2016 he won UK sport coach of the year and UK Sports Ambassador. He is a certified Self Defence Empowerment Martial Arts Trainer (SEMAT) and is also a qualified life coach and mentor.

Registration is required. Please click HERE to register.

Introductory Course to Self-Defence and Empowerment for Women Part 2
2021-09-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
This is Part 2 of a three part course facilitated by Dirk Van de Merwe.
This course will help women develop easy-to-use techniques such as awareness, assertiveness, and verbal skills in combination with safety strategies and avoidance techniques to help prevent, resist, and escape dangerous scenarios.
This course will be open to maximum of 10-12 women (aged 18 years up). These workshops will have a discussion format where participants can discuss topics in an open and confidential manner with the group.
Topics included:

What is self-defence
What is abuse and different forms of abuse
Ways you can protect yourself
Understanding Body Language
Can you say No and how to do so
Promote your confidence and empower you

Dirk Van De Merwe is originally from South Africa and now lives and works in Ireland. He himself has a spinal cord injury and uses a manual wheelchair. Dirk worked in the South African Police force including branches such as Flying squad, Crime Prevention Unit and undercover roles. He has a 5th degree black belt in Shotokan karate with over 30 years experience. In 2006 he was World Karate Champion (Competed against non disabled). In 2016 he won UK sport coach of the year and UK Sports Ambassador. He is a certified Self Defence Empowerment Martial Arts Trainer (SEMAT) and is also a qualified life coach and mentor.

Registration is required. Please click HERE to register.

Introductory Course to Self-Defence and Empowerment for Women Part 1
2021-09-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
This is Part 1 of a three part course facilitated by Dirk Van de Merwe.
This course will help women develop easy-to-use techniques such as awareness, assertiveness, and verbal skills in combination with safety strategies and avoidance techniques to help prevent, resist, and escape dangerous scenarios.
This course will be open to maximum of 10-12 women (aged 18 years up). These workshops will have a discussion format where participants can discuss topics in an open and confidential manner with the group.
Topics included:

What is self-defence
What is abuse and different forms of abuse
Ways you can protect yourself
Understanding Body Language
Can you say No and how to do so
Promote your confidence and empower you

Dirk Van De Merwe is originally from South Africa and now lives and works in Ireland. He himself has a spinal cord injury and uses a manual wheelchair. Dirk worked in the South African Police force including branches such as Flying squad, Crime Prevention Unit and undercover roles. He has a 5th degree black belt in Shotokan karate with over 30 years experience. In 2006 he was World Karate Champion (Competed against non disabled). In 2016 he won UK sport coach of the year and UK Sports Ambassador. He is a certified Self Defence Empowerment Martial Arts Trainer (SEMAT) and is also a qualified life coach and mentor.

Registration is required. Please click HERE to register.

AGM
2021-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
The Annual General Meeting for year-end December 2020 will take place virtually via Zoom on
Wednesday 1st September 2021 @ 7:00pm

The Keynote Address by Mr Keith Synnott, National Clinical Lead for Trauma Services will take place at 7pm followed by the AGM
AGENDA
1. Approval of previous minutes;
2. CEO’s report;
3. Audited Annual Accounts and Auditors Report for the year ended 2020;
4. Retirement of Directors;
5. Election of Directors, including special resolution to re-elect Eimear Smith for a 4th consecutive term;
6. Any other business.
Please register for in advance for this meeting by clicking on the link below before 4pm on the day.

Virtual Coffee Morning - Those with a SCI who are walking
2021-07-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Start the day strong and chat to others with a spinal cord injury who are walking and our peer support volunteers.
Last one before the summer.

Virtual Coffee Morning – Power Wheelchair users
2021-06-30 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Start the Day Strong and chat to other Power Wheelchair Users and our peer volunteers.

Virtual Coffee Morning – Those with Transverse Myelitis and Guillain-Barre
2021-06-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Start the Day Strong and join us for this virtual coffee morning for those with Transverse Myelitis and Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Around the World
2021-06-19 12:00 - 2021-06-20 12:00
‘Around the World’ takes place on June 19 – 20th and the goal is to collectively travel the distance of the globe (42,000km) in 24 hours by rolling, running, walking, swimming, cycling…any movement counts and every little helps! The only requirement is that your chosen activity is in line with current government guidelines on exercise and social distancing. The kms you pledge on iDonate.ie to Spinal Injuries Ireland will be counted towards the 42,000km ‘Around the World’ challenge target and all donations received will go to help support people living in Ireland with a spinal cord injury.
It couldn’t be easier to take part. All you need to do is:

Let us know you’re taking part by clicking on link below (you’ll then receive an email with all the details you need)
Decide what kind of a challenge you want to set yourself (this can be any distance and any level of difficulty, it’s up to you. Always good to set yourself a hard but achievable challenge, and that way people will be most happy to sponsor you)
Email, post or WhatsApp the link to your new fundraising page to all your friends and family asking them to sponsor you so you can raise money for people living with a spinal cord injury up and down the country
Join us on either the 19th or 20th of June to take part in the Around The World challenge! At the end of your challenge, you go onto your personal fundraising page, input the number of kilometres your completed, and this will be added to the overall tally. Hopefully, if enough people take part in this relay challenge, together we’ll make it all the way around the world!
Share a photo of you completing your challenge on social media using the hashtag #doingittogether and #spinalinjuriesireland

Virtual Coffee Morning – Family Members and Carers
2021-06-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom, Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Start the Day Strong and chat to other family members and carers of people with a SCI
