Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disability Videos
Celebrating International Nurses Day: Registered Nurses in Intellectual Disability at the Trinity Centre for Ageing and the Life Course in Intellectual Disability
To mark International Nurses Day, we are proud to highlight the contributions of Registered Nurses in Intellectual Disability (RNIDs) at TCAID. Across the Centre, RNIDs contribute to research, clinical assessment, education, policy, and practice, bringing a shared nursing perspective that keeps our work grounded in lived experience and focused on supporting people with intellectual disability to live well as they age. This video showcases the diverse roles of RNIDs within TCAID and reflects the values, expertise, and commitment that underpin their work — from building meaningful relationships, to generating evidence, and translating that evidence into more inclusive, person‑centred services.
Believe in Yourself - Mei Lin Yap, Honorary Doctorate of Trinity College Dublin
1st December 2025 We are delighted to celebrate Mei Lin Yap, honoured
Believe in Yourself - Mei Lin Yap, Honorary Doctorate of Trinity College Dublin
1st December 2025
We are delighted to celebrate Mei Lin Yap, honoured as the first person in Ireland with an intellectual disability to receive an honorary doctorate from Trinity College Dublin. Her leadership, advocacy, and athletic achievements have made a profound impact, championing inclusion, equality, and opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. Congratulations to Dr Yap!
Transforming and Advancing Bone Screening for People with Intellectual Disability
25th September 2025
TCAID recently carried out a project investigating the feasibility of the Echolight device, a portable bone health screening tool that offers an alternative to the traditional DXA scan, which many individuals with intellectual disability are unable to access. The project was led by Professor Éilish Burke, Professor in Intellectual Disability Nursing, together with Anne Power, Advanced Nurse Practioner, Wexford Regional Intellectual Disability Service. This video was presented as part of European Researchers’ Night 2025, highlighting the collaborative work and its potential impact on improving bone health assessment for people with intellectual disability.
Through Our Eyes: Art as a Voice of Participation
15th May 2025
We invited individuals with intellectual disabilities to share their experience of being diagnosed with cancer and why they believe including people with intellectual disabilities in cancer research is important. This was part of a conference on cancer research for people with intellectual disabilities on May 14th, 2025 entitled Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Cancer Care for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. Thank you to everyone involved!
The importance of Work, Advocacy & Improving Support Systems #WDSD25
21st March 2025
Today, we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by recognising the incredible individuals with Down Syndrome and their contributions to our community. At TCAID, we are proud to include people with Down Syndrome in all aspects of our research and work. In our latest video, Mei Lin Yap, our Ambassador Liaison Officer, shares her experience of being involved in research and how we have supported her in her journey. Mei Lin’s insights are a reminder of the importance of Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) in research – ensuring that those who are directly impacted have a voice in shaping studies that affect their lives. At TCAID, we are committed to creating an environment where people with Down Syndrome can actively participate in research and decision-making. By ensuring people with Down Syndrome have a seat at the table, we empower them to shape the direction of research. Their voices directly influence the research process, ensuring it addresses real-world needs and leads to practical changes that positively impact their lives. This World Down Syndrome Day, let’s continue to amplify the voices of those with Down Syndrome, not just today, but every day.
