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The Cork Men's Shed
Practical help for people dealing with young adults finding their way and refugees and displacement, plus a weekly drop-in.
Mon to Fri, 9 to 5
Growing older alone support in Ireland
For older people facing isolation, health worries or loss of independence. Talk with people in Ireland who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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Help for growing older alone in Ireland
From people who came through it
“I'm not going to tell you everything happens for a reason so it doesn't. But you can get through it. I did, and I'm not especially strong and try not to make big decisions on the worst days. I learned that the hard way.”
lampriver73 · been through growing older alone“I'm not going to tell you everything happens for a reason. It doesn't. But you can get through it. I did, and I'm not especailly strong. I keep a list of good days on my phone so I can see them when it's bad.”
gardenowl13 · been through growing older alone“Please be gentle with yourself. I wasn't, and it made everything harder. Joining a class gave me somewhere to be every Thursday. It helped. And talk to someone, even if it's just in here. God willing it gets easier.”
letícia_bass · been through growing older alone“I've been there. For me it was not that long ago, about a year. The worst part was can not drive anymore. Now I sleep most nights. It's slow, but it does come back. Be gentle with yourself.”
Amanda B. · been through growing older alone