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29 Sept 2025

Kilkenny's first 'dementia café' to open soon

The Lighthouse Café will provide a welcoming, once monthly meeting for anyone who is affected by dementia in Kilkenny

Kilkenny's first 'dementia café' to open soon

The Lighthouse Café will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, April 8

With thanks to funding from St Canice’s Credit Union, SOS Kilkenny has established Kilkenny’s first 'dementia café' – The Lighthouse Café.

The Lighthouse Café is a welcoming, once monthly meeting for anyone who is affected by dementia.

People living with dementia, their family and friends, healthcare professionals and all those are interested in supporting a dementia inclusive community are all welcome to attend.

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The Lighthouse Café is run by a local, voluntary steering committee and is free of charge to attend.

Located at Walkinslough Court on Walkin St (R95HX7K), The Lighthouse Café will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, April 8 from 1.30pm until 4pm.

For more information, please contact Donna O’Donoghue (dodonoghue@soskilkenny.com or 087 602 2267).

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