Active Retirement Ireland

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the death of Noreen Daly, a much-loved member of Youghal Active Retirement Association (YARA).

We offer our most sincere condolences to Noreen’s family and her many friends in YARA and the wider community in this time of unspeakable loss.

Moreover, we are heartbroken about the circumstances of her death. Older people deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. Violence against older people, particularly a woman alone in her home, is particularly abhorrent and utterly contemptible.

May Noreen’s gentle soul find eternal peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

Mai Quaid
National President
Active Retirement Ireland

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a time to educate yourself and others about elder abuse, challenge ageist norms and behaviours and stand in solidarity with older people.

Abuse can be physical, emotional, sexual or financial. It can be neglect, exploitation or coercion.

Stand for dignity, safety and respect. Stand against elder abuse.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, help is out there. Visit Safeguarding Ireland for information on how to respond and report it https://safeguardingireland.org/report/