Suzanne Carolan Speech & Language Therapist

31/07/2026

Getting diagnosed with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) as an adult can answer questions you've had your entire life. It's okay to feel relief, grief, or both. No matter when you're diagnosed, it's never too late to learn strategies that make communication easier. Visit https://www.dldandme.org/all-articles/i-slipped-through-the-cracks-a-guide-for-adults-with-developmental-language-disorder-dld for more information.

23/07/2026

Our **FREE Parent Programmes** start this September! 🌈✨

👉 Scan the QR code or Click here to register:
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19/06/2026

Our final Parent ADHD Information and Awareness workshop before the schools summer break. During this workshop we tell parents about our upcoming Incredible Years ADHD focused Parent Programme beginning in September. See flyer details on how to receive the link to attend the workshop.

19/06/2026

15/05/2026

From tying shoelaces to team sports—learn how to support kids with co-ordination challenges through practical tips and strategies in this FREE workshop on Thursday 7th May @ 7pm- REGISTER NOW!

This workshop helps parents and caregivers understand what developmental co-ordination difficulties (DCD/dyspraxia) are, how they affect children’s daily lives, and what can be done to support them.

15/05/2026

🎉 My Little Library Bag 2026 is HERE!

Every child aged 4, 5 and 6 can pick up a FREE book bag at all 5 of our library branches, Dundalk, Drogheda, Ardee, Dunleer & Carlingford, packed with books, a library card wallet and resources to help them get ready for school.

Why not join your local library while you're there? Just bring photo ID and proof of current address along with you and one of our librarians will be able to register you and your family. Just walk in during opening hours. No appointment. No charge. Just brilliant books.

Libraries Ireland Louth County Council Louth ABC Programme Louth County Childcare Committee Department of Children, Disability and Equality Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht

27/03/2026

05/02/2026

We are very excited to have Mother Tongues come to Blue Skies Initiative again, this talk is for parents raising bilingual children.

Mother Tongues

15/01/2026

There are currently a limited number of places available on upcoming training for February and March 2026.

https://www.betterstart.ie/training-events/lamh-module-one-places-now-available-for-february-and-march-2026/

This course is for staff members and professionals who have started to work in an environment where Lámh is used and covers 100 Lámh signs and how to support a Lámh user.

The training is delivered in a blended approach combining Moodle (approx. 3hours) and a practical signing session online (approx. 3.5hours).

The e-learning material on Moodle must be completed before coming to the signing session.

Sessions available for Lámh Module One – Practical Signing Session – Online Webinar:

Tuesday 3rd February 2026, 17:30
Wednesday 4th February 2026, 17:30
Wednesday 4th February 2026, 18:00
Saturday 7th February 2026, 09:00
Saturday 7th February 2026, 09:30
Wednesday 25th February 2026, 18:00
Saturday 28th February 2026, 09:30
Monday 2nd March 2026, 18:00
Wednesday 4th March 2026, 17:30
Saturday 7th March 2026, 09:00
Monday 9th March 2026, 18:00

If you are registered to access the Gateway, you will see the courses in the Course Catalog. If you have yet to register, the link is available on the HIVE Service Provider Portal on HIVE.