The HSE provides a wide range of services for people growing older in Ireland, and older people can also access a range of supports from other agencies like the Department of Social and Family Affairs, Local Authorities and Voluntary Organisations. This section of the HSE website is designed to guide you to the services you or a loved one may need. These might include finding your local public health nurse, learing about day services in your area, applying for your medical card, or looking into nursing home care.

Choose from the options below , or on the left, to find out more about the services we provide, and how you can access them. If you have any questions, you can also call our staff at the HSE infoline on 1850 24 1850. The infoline is open from Monday - Saturday, 8am - 8pm, for the price of a local call.

• Nursing Homes Support Scheme - information on the new Nursing Homes Support Scheme - Fair Deal
• Tips for Healthy Living - How people can maintain their health as they get older by keeping active, eating well, and more...
• Benefits and Financial Entitlements - details of the various schemes and benefits in place for older people, like Medical Cards...
• Community Services - a description of the services the HSE provides for people who live in their own homes but still need a little help
• Residental Care - information about respite care and public and private nursing and residential care services all over Ireland
• Carers and Relatives - helpful information for those who are caring for a family member or loved one
• Protecting Older People - how to spot elder abuse and what to do if you are worried
• Useful Contacts - other organisations and services that are there to help older people
• Older People Services where you live - a list of older people services provided in your local health office