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CKAN and the Kildare Local Access Groups have been celebrating Kildare Disability Week and International Day of Persons with Disabilities by holding events across the county all week. We have been delighted to meet so many people and make new connections. Check out some pictures of our activities from the week!   Flying the CKAN […]

A big thank you to Barker and Jones, Naas for marking the International Day of People with Disabilities (#IDPwD) — a meaningful day that promotes understanding, inclusion, and support for the rights and wellbeing of people with disabilities.

The winning posters and a selection of other excellent entries based on the theme “Not all disabilities are visible.” The posters were created by 5th and 6th class students for our International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025 competition. Congratulations to everyone who took part, and thank you for your wonderful contributions.

Wednesday 3rd December is International Day of People with Disabilities (#IDPwD) A day dedicated to promoting understanding, inclusion, and support for the rights and wellbeing of people with disabilities. Naas Disability Access Group marked the occasion with a schools poster competition with this years theme “Not all Disabilities Are Visible”. A selection of the posters […]

Leixlip Disability Access Group with County Kildare Access Network (CKAN) would like to thank everyone who helped and everyone who came and enjoyed our Christmas events this weekend.   Sensory Santa Event On Sunday 30th of November we had a Sensory Santa Event in the Court Yard Hotel. Families came to visit Santa with their […]

For those of you visiting our Sensory Santa in Leixlip this Sunday, we have provided a Social Story for you so you know what to expect on the day. We have also provided an information sheet regarding the accessibility at The Court Yard Hotel. We are looking forward to Sunday and hope you all have […]

We were delighted to receive the below review from a recent visitor to the new Play Park in Leixlip, which has unofficially opened its gates! An official opening ceremony with CKAN, KCC Parks Department and Intel will be taking place next week, and we can’t wait! ‘We visited the new inclusive playground in Leixlip the […]

Come and meet Santa this Sunday and bring all the family! Our magical experience is designed to be a little calmer and more relaxed, while still full of Christmas cheer. You can take your time with Santa, and enjoy your visit at your own pace. Don’t forget to bring your letter to Santa and post […]

Join us in celebrating Kildare Disability Week 2025, taking place from the 1st of December to the 8th of December, and incorporating International Day of Persons With Disabilities on the 3rd of December. CKAN will be marking the week and IDPWD by turning the county purple, with buildings lit up and CKAN flags flying. We […]

A Playground Where Everyone Belongs! We’re delighted to announce that construction is officially underway on a brand-new inclusive and accessible playground at Leixlip Amenities Centre! This dream project, spearheaded by Íde Cussen and Cllr. Bernard Caldwell of the Leixlip Access Group, and backed by the County Kildare Access Network (CKAN), is a shining example of […]