Top Ten Tips for a Healthy Business by Dr. Mark Rowe

“The first wealth, is health” (Ralph Waldo Emerson)

Spring is the perfect time to think about new beginnings and new resolutions. This applies to personal health as much as business.  Because high performance in life relates to high performance in business the Local Enterprise Office has asked Dr. Mark Rowe of the Waterford Health Park to speak at its latest ‘Top Ten Business Tips’ networking lunch on Thursday April 16th on the topic of ‘Health in Business’.

The lunch will take place as usual at the Bistro in the Tower Hotel at 12.30 and they promise you will be back at your desk for 2pm!

Following on from the success of speakers such as Emma Jane Power of PicStash, Des Whelan of WLR fm and Louise Grubb of Q1 Scientific, Dr. Rowe’s tips are sure to be eagerly received by Waterford business people looking for an edge in business.

Dr. Mark Rowe has a background of working as a family physician based in Waterford City and is a thought leader in the emergent area of health, happiness and high performance in life.

He is a member of "leading by design", an invitation only international collaboration of leaders committed to improvements in health through a more effective design of the environment. He founded the Waterford Health Park (www.whp.ie) as a new paradigm for sustainable improvements in community health. The building was a short listed finalist for World Building of the year at the World Architecture festival awards in 2010. 

In 2013, the Waterford Health Park received the Global Health Improvement Award, "A Place to Flourish". Mark is author of ‘The Men’s Health Book- A Guide for the Irish Man’ which was published by Blackhall Publishing in 2009 with all royalties going to a Cancer Charity. He has also contributed to books on Leadership in Ireland and Healthcare Management.

Dr. Rowe has a long-standing interest in medical education, as a trainer of young family doctors with the South East G.P. Training Programme in Ireland, as Senior clinical lecturer with the University of Limerick Graduate Medical School and formerly as an ICGP examiner.

He has worked with organisations consistently over the years as an advocate for health. He is an international keynote speaker on the topics of " New Philosophy of Wellbeing ", "Health Leadership", "Generative Space" and " A Prescription for Happiness".  He also holds the position of Chairman of the Board at Garter Lane Arts Centre in Waterford City, Ireland and has recently been appointed to the inaugural Healthy Ireland Council.

The cost of this event is €8.50 and booking is essential. For more information or to register your interest please contact your Local Enterprise Office in Waterford on 051-849905 or email info@leo.waterfordcouncil.ie .   

Waterford showcases Positive Solutions for Ageing!

Now officially recognised as a Positive Ageing Week City, Waterford will play host to a number of senior related activities from September 23^rd to October 1^st.

“Celebrating Positive Ageing” is the theme of this year’s Positive Ageing Week and the full programme of events was recently launched by the Mayor of Waterford Councillor Pat Hayes.

Speaking at the launch the Chair of the Committee, Babs Murphy, encouraged older people to attend the free events and to try out new activities on offer throughout the course of the week.

The “Positive Solutions for Ageing” Health Day is one such free event which takes place in the Waterford Health Park, Slievekeale Road from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday, September, 27^th.

As part of the event there will be free health checks and a number of talks covering topics such as legal advice, security, mobility and citizens information. There will also be a wide range of exhibitors including Home Instead Senior Care, the Irish Heart Foundation, Lisduggan Active Retirement, Stroke Support Group and many, many more.

According to Ms. Connolly, Director of Services with Home Instead and PAW Committee member, “Currently there are over 7,500 senior citizens living in Waterford City and County. The basis of Positive Solutions for Ageing is to make as much information available to seniors and their families about many health related issues including; healthy eating, mental well being, free blood pressure and hearing tests, complimentary therapy options, personal safety and security and general advice for seniors. And all talks and presentations are free to attend.”

Ms. Connolly added “We want to give seniors as much information about the options available to them to empower them and enable them to make the right choice when it comes to all senior matters.”

The “Positive Solutions for Ageing” Health Day takes place in the Waterford Health Park, Slievekeale Road from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday, September 27th – admission is free and all are welcome.

Positive Ageing Week is run by Age Action Ireland and the premise of the event is to highlight the positive aspects of ageing and also to dispel the negativity that surrounds the ageing process.

To find out more about the Home Instead Senior Care service visit www.homeinstead.ie or contact the Waterford office at Cleaboy Business Park, Old Kilmeaden Road on 051 333966

Waterford Health Park to host “Positive Solutions for Ageing” as part of Positive Ageing Week

Now officially recognised as a Positive Ageing Week City, Waterford will play host to a number of senior related activities from September 24th to October 2nd.

Positive Ageing Week is run by Age Action Ireland and the premise of the event is to highlight the positive aspects of ageing and also to dispel the negativity that surrounds the ageing process.

The “Positive Solutions for Ageing” Health Day is one such event and will take place in the Waterford Health Park (Former Presentation Convent) from 10.30am to 4pm on Thursday, September 30th.

A keynote speaker for the event is Danette Connolly of Home Instead Senior Care, who will advise on all home care options. Home Instead Senior Care is a global organisation which provides personal care for seniors. Founded in 1994, Home Instead now has more than 850 franchise offices in 14 countries.

According to Ms. Connolly, Director of Services with Home Instead “By 2011, it is estimated that persons aged 65 and over will represent 14.1 per cent of the Republic's population. Currently there are over 7,500 senior citizens living in Waterford City and County.”

“The basis of Positive Solutions for Ageing is to highlight the options available to seniors and their families about many health related issues including; healthy eating, mental well being, free blood pressure and hearing tests, complimentary therapy options, personal safety and security and general advice for seniors. And all talks and presentations are free to attend.”

As Ireland’s most trusted source for senior care, Home Instead Senior Care is and has been heavily involved in championing seniors’ rights since its establishment in Waterford in early 2009. By partnering with service providers such as the HSE, An Garda Siochana, local pharmacies and active retirement groups, Home Instead has given voice to seniors’ concerns throughout the South East.

Ms. Connolly added, "Home Instead is about alleviating senior’s fear of growing older and having to move to an institution because of the risk of isolation. We want to give older people the option stay at home with the companionship and support necessary to live a longer, happier life.”

“We also want to give seniors as much information about the options available to them to empower them and enable them to make the right choice when it comes to all senior matters.”

The “Positive Solutions for Ageing” Health Day takes place in the Waterford Health Park, Slievekeale Road from 10.30am to 4pm on Thursday, September 30th – admission is free and all are welcome.

To find out more about the Home Instead Senior Care service visit www.homeinstead.ie or contact the Waterford office at Cleaboy Business Park, Old Kilmeaden Road on 051 333966