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We invite you to visit Vincentian and experience the homely atmosphere. Please call Sue Delahunt, the Manager, to make a time:
04 380 0294
or e-mail Sue here.

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Enjoying Each Day

Vincentian's recreation programme makes each day fulfilling and rewarding and is thoroughly enjoyed by residents. The entertainment and therapeutic activities, for groups and individuals, are organised by our highly experienced occupational therapist. When you arrive we will ask about your particular interests and try to include these pursuits just for you.

Typically daily activities can include:

  • Morning exercises and walks (weather permitting)
  • News and views on headlines, history, weather and other topics
  • Group crosswords and word games
  • Table games and housie
  • Bowls, quoits and other games
  • Art and craft projects and other creative activities

Outings

You will be encouraged to join our regular organised outings to events, places of interest such as to gardens, galleries, other rest homes for bowls competitions, movies, luncheons at restaurants and much more.

Music

If you like music you will enjoy our CD collection of old-time, classical, Irish and easy listening music. There is a regular Saturday Music Morning and each month we have sing-a-long sessions with visiting singers or musicians on piano, piano accordion or guitar.

Visiting Companion Animals

If you have a pet at home your family can bring it for visits. We also arrange for people to bring friendly dogs and the SPCA visits regularly with young animals for residents to befriend. Vincentian has two pet rabbits named Ginger and Spice who live in a hutch in the garden. Our residents always follow their antics with great interest.

Visiting Speakers

We regularly have guest speakers to talk on a wide range of topical subjects. You may meet and hear from experts on museums, libraries, Saint Patrick, RSA, Rolls Royce cars, maritime history and many other interesting topics.

Library

If reading is one of your past-times we have a good selection of books (including large print) and magazines in our library. Also, the WCC Household Library Service calls regularly with more choices and Talking Books.

Television Entertainment

Both of our two main lounges have large screen televisions for communal movies (we have a good film library) and agreed TV programmes, such as Coronation Street and the 6pm News. We also have a number of smaller lounges throughout the home for relaxing and enjoying the sunshine.