Membership Guidelines
Applicants for membership must be over 65yrs old, independently mobile (can use walking aids) and capable of independently using the toilet.
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Déise Day Centre is unable to provide access for applicants or members with health conditions that require ongoing medical type care/supervision. In exceptional circumstances the 65yr old membership rule may be lowered. Only a member can avail of the services provided by the Centre.
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- A Membership fee is charged on becoming a member and every January after that while the member wishes to remain using the services.
- A Daily Attendance fee and a Daily Meal Delivery fee are charged. We always aim to keep these fees affordable but they are subject to review and each member will be given notice of any changes.
- Meals are delivered to members only. Take away or pick up meal is also available.
- Meals that are ordered must be paid for. Cancellations will be accepted up till 10 am on the morning of delivery. After this time there will be a charge for the meal.
- Daily transport by bus is made available where possible, case by case and this is assessed by the manager and depends on the bus routes and staffing capabilities.
- If a member is advised to use the bus lift for safety reasons and should the member refuse, then the manager must refuse to provide transport.
- During severe weather or unplanned events bus transport and or meal delivery may be affected.
- Déise Day Centre is committed to ensuring the health, safety and well being of our members, employees and volunteers. Please don`t attend the centre if you are unwell and or have any symptoms. Give us a call to let us know.
- Staff are not authorised to give medication but can remind a member to take it. Please inform the manager of any changes in your health.
We are a team of individuals dedicated to promoting the independence of our members. We have an excellent team of trained, caring and trusting people delivering our services.
We would appreciate your cooperation with all the above as this will help with the smooth running of our centre.
We would appreciate your cooperation with all the above as this will help with the smooth running of our centre.