Decision Support Service

We exist to promote the rights and interests of people who may need support with decision-making.

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For updates on our work, including information about decision support arrangements and advance planning arrangements, visit https://t.co/hlpX7AJGm9.

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Our Chief Executive, John Farrelly and Chair of the MHC Board, Dr John Hillary met with the Minister of Disability, Emer Higgins TD in our offices recently focusing on advance planning and the DSS #AdvancePlanning #decision-making

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Join our panel of decision-making representatives. Closing date: 12 January 2026 at 12 noon. We are looking for candidates from all professional backgrounds including legal, social, health and finance. For further information https://t.co/nmAi14UXPy #JoinUs #ProfessionalPanel

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Where do you start to create an Enduring Power of Attorney?

The Decision Support Service Website 🖥️📲

👉https://t.co/GjK1WMSd1Z

#MyDecisionsMyRights #EnduringPowerofAttorney #EPA #AdvancePlanning

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A significant case, believed to be one of the first tests of the relevant section of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 to be decided by the courts, took place earlier this week.

Couple with intellectual disabilities allowed to marry 👉 https://t.co/QzYCAfw4WO

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Recently, DSS Director Áine Flynn attended the Central Bank of Ireland for a workshop. It brought together a range of organisations to support the Central banks work of ensuring the rights of customers in vulnerable circumstances are protected.

#MyDecisionsMyRights

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🚨We're hiring🚨

The Mental Health Commission currently has vacancies for:

🔵 Information Services Manager (Decision Support Service)

⏰Closing date for applications is 5pm Wednesday 29 October⏰

To apply 👉 https://t.co/lvXCcE0EPF

#JobFairy

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#DisabilityMatters
The Decision Support Service team extend their thanks to the members of the Joint Committee on Disability Matters for the opportunity today to present on the role and work of the DSS

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🚜National Ploughing Championships🚜

Thank you to everyone who spoke to us at the Ploughing Championships! If you would like to talk to a member of the team, you can always speak to a member of our team through our Freephone 012119750

#MyDecisionsMyRights #Ploughing2025

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Did you spot this recent article in Agriland? 📰

Check it our here👉 https://t.co/FcVAmY18ET

#MyDecisionsMyRights #Ploughing2025

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Our colleagues in the Mental Health Commission have joined Facebook and Instagram!

Follow their new channels for even more information on their work and its contribution to mental health services in Ireland.

#MentalHealthMatters #MHC

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🔴Final Reminder🔴

Join us for 'Advance planning with the DSS – Start your Enduring Power of Attorney Journey' at Talbot Hotel Stillorgan.

More info on the DSS website #MyDecisionsMyRights #PlanAheadTodayProtectTomorrow

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🚜The National Ploughing Championships🚜

The DSS will be joining our public sector colleagues in the Government of Ireland Village at this years National Ploughing Championships.

#MyDecisionsMyRights #GovPloughing2025 #Ploughing2025

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🚜Competition Time! 🚜

The DSS has a pair of tickets for EACH day of this year's Ploughing Championships to give away.
Visit our Facebook or Instagram accounts to find out more!

#MyDecisionsMyRights #GovPloughing2025 #Ploughing2025

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The DSS will be joining our public sector colleagues in the Government of Ireland Village at this years National Ploughing Championships 🚜

Our Team will be on hand to talk about all things Advance Planning! 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

#MyDecisionsMyRights #GovPloughing2025 #Ploughing2025

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📣We're coming to Dublin📣

As part of our regional event series, the DSS is coming to Dublin. Thank you to our partners, Human Rights and Equality Team Dublin South and Wicklow Community Healthcare for working with us on this event.

👉 https://t.co/g5kuVsaVZR

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Advanced Healthcare Planning Day 12th of September 2025, MISA Building, St. James's Hospital, Dublin. Meet the speakers. If you would like more information or to book your place please click the link below: https://t.co/Tf9eHW84vQ

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DSS Director Aine Flynn, in association with the Westport Active Retirement, will explain Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advance Healthcare Directives on Monday 21st July 2025 in Westport Town Hall. All are welcome to attend the event from 12:30-2pm

👉 https://t.co/TndKCnjViP

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The Director of the DSS has published her Annual Activities Report for 2024, which reflects a 12-month period where the new State service has grown in reach and impact.

To access the report, 👉 https://t.co/ZYt0uIm3PO #MyDecisionsMyRights #DSSReport2024

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The DSS at #Pride2025🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

This is the third year our team have joined colleagues from across the public and civil service to take part in Pride. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the event.

#StrongerTogether