Galway Bay FM News Archives
TAKE OVER OF OWEN RIFF NURSING HOME AT ADVANCED STAGE
Date Published: 24-Aug-2012
A Donegal based healthcare company is at an advanced stage of negotiations to take over Owen Riff nursing home in Oughterard.
Brindley Healthcare, which operates five HIQA registered residential care homes in Donegal, Mayo and Kildare, is in final talks to overtake the operation of the Oughterard nursing home.
In a statement to Galway Bay FM News, Michael Keane representing the healthcare company said,
"Brindley Healthcare can confirm that it is in advanced negotiations to acquire Owenriff Nursing Home in Oughterard. In tandom with these negotiations, Brindley Healthcare has sought registration from HIQUA. A decision is expected in the very near future. We have no further comment at this time."
The news of the acquisition comes after HIQA’s recent investigation report which raised grave concerns for the welfare and safety of residents at Owen Riff nursing home.
The owners of the 40 bed facility recently withdrew their appeal to a closure order issued by the District Court last month.
The HSE was then directed to take charge and to make alternative arrangements for the residents as soon as is practicable.
Councillor Padraig Conneely, who’s chairman of the HSE West Regional Forum, says the acquisation of Owen Riff nursing home by Brindley Healthcare would be a positive step.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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