New gratitude card launched for Limerick Older Persons Executive

New gratitude card launched for Limerick Older Persons Executive

Age Friendly Limerick and Limerick Older Persons Executive announce the launch of new “Gratitude Card” Project, promoting gratitude, and championing Age Friendly Limerick

Limerick City and County Council’s Age Friendly team is pleased to announce the launch of the Limerick Older Persons Executive (OPE) Gratitude Card Project.

Inspired by the “A Hug from Adam” campaign, the initiative was developed by Elizabeth Stanley, Chairperson of the Limerick Older Persons Executive.

The Gratitude Card provides a simple and respectful way for people to acknowledge and thank friends, neighbours and family members who offer informal care, support or assistance.

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By recognising these everyday acts of kindness, the project aims to promote positive wellbeing, strengthen community connections and help reduce social isolation among older people.

The card also serves to promote Age Friendly Limerick and raise awareness of the work of the Older Persons Executive.

The original concept behind the initiative was to create “a vehicle for people to express their gratitude to the friends, neighbours and family who helped them and made their lives more comfortable and their minds more at ease in the past or in the present.”

The Gratitude Card is now available and will be distributed across communities throughout Limerick City and County.

Cards are available from Limerick City and County Council’s Age Friendly team by contacting 061 557525 or email [email protected].

Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, commented, “The Gratitude Card project is a simple but powerful reminder that Limerick is built on kindness, compassion and a sense of community. It’s something we are very committed to in the Mayoral Programme – creating a more caring and more healthy Limerick, where older people, carers and neighbours feel valued and supported. These cards will give us all a meaningful way to recognise the small acts that often go unnoticed.”

Minister of State for Older People and Housing and Limerick TD, Kieran O’Donnell, said, “As Minister for Older People, I wish to commend Limerick Older Persons Executive and Age Friendly Limerick on the launch of the Gratitude Card. This initiative recognises the invaluable care and support given by family, friends and neighbours across Limerick, which helps make older people feel more connected and valued in their communities.”

Príomh Chomhairleoir, Cllr Catherine Slattery said, “I love this concept and I am delighted to see the Gratitude Card being rolled out in Limerick. There are many unsung heroes across the city and county, who give selflessly without seeking reward. Well done to the Older Persons Executive and all involved.”

Director General, Limerick City and County Council, Dr Pat Daly added, “The Gratitude Card provides a simple way to acknowledge and thank those who have offered support, care or companionship. By recognising these everyday acts of kindness, the initiative also supports the wider aims of Age Friendly Limerick, strengthening community connections, promoting inclusion and helping older people feel valued, supported and more connected within their communities.”

OPE Chairperson, Elizabeth Stanley, said, “The idea for the gratitude card came from a personal appreciation of the people who have supported and helped me through difficult times. Older people, in particular, feel a need for a dignified way to express their appreciation of those who have supported them quietly through good times and bad, with everyday acts of kindness.

Very often these quiet gestures go unrecognised, yet they have a positive impact on someone’s comfort, confidence and sense of connection within their community.”