Community Conversations with St John of God

Co-designing for better and more accessible digital solutions

Join us for a great chat with three of the DAT Digital Accessibility Team from Liffey Services as we discuss how co-design can lead to better, more accessible digital solutions. We'll highlight each person's strengths—lived experience, facilitation, research, or tech know-how—and how those things come together to make real change. If you care about inclusion and innovation or want to hear how we can build a more accessible digital world, this one's for you. Let's keep co-designing a future that works for everyone!

Breaking the Stigma: Understanding and Supporting Psychosis with Dr. Keith Gaynor

In our latest episode of Community Conversations, we tackle the stigma and some of the misunderstandings surrounding psychosis with Dr. Keith Gaynor, a clinical psychologist and expert in early intervention. Join us as we explore what it means to experience psychosis, the importance of early intervention, and how we can support those affected. Dr. Gaynor shares, "Psychosis is not defined by what you experience but the impact that experience has on you. Early intervention can make a significant difference."
He also recounts a personal story: "I once had a colleague who, after losing hours of work due to a computer crash, thought IT was sabotaging her. This is a perfect example of how stress can lead to paranoid thoughts, even in the most rational minds." Let's break down barriers and foster empathy together.
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Ireland's First Autism-Friendly Mental Health Service Accredited!

Exciting news! Lucena Clinic, part of Saint John of God Community Mental Health Services, is now officially the first autism-friendly mental health service in Ireland! Join Fiona O’Donnell and Sarah Burns as they share the journey and impact of this groundbreaking neuro affirmative project. This initiative could set the standard for many other organisations in the mental health field and beyond. Stay tuned for more insights!

ADHD and Neurodiversity

Tune in to listen to Dr Sonia Morris, Director of ADHD Ireland and current Operational Guidance Coordinator and Senior Clinical Psychologist with CAMHS, St. John of God Community Mental Health share some insightful thoughts on ADHD and Neurodiversity.

Reflecting on our values and ethos with outgoing CEO, Clare Dempsey

We’re excited to launch the Saint John of God Community Services Podcast Series called, ‘Community Conversations.’
 
In this first episode, host Caroline Dench, talks with Clare Dempsey, outgoing CEO of St. John of God Community Services. Clare speaks about her long and varied career with the organisation. She discusses how the values, of Hospitality, Compassion and Respect act as the ‘north star’ for the person-centred approach evident in everything that the St. John of God Community Services does. She talks about the privilege of being CEO of such a great organisation and highlights some of the new and innovative services in mental health and intellectual disability. Clare touches on well-being and how she enjoys sports, albeit of the armchair variety!.
So, get comfortable, put on your headphones, and join us for a wonderful twenty-minute conversation.