About Us

Opened in 1998 by Sr Mercy O’Dea under the umbrella of the Cappamore Development Association, St Michael’s DCC has operated as a registered charity for over a quarter of a century. In this time, St Michael’s DCC has become a stable entity in our local community.

Located right in the centre of Cappamore, St Michaels provides a hub of activity with members coming from all over East Limerick to catch up with friends and neighbours and share some banter in their home away from home.  Maintaining relationships and social contact is paramount to leading a better quality of life.

It is a social club for our senior citizens (or golden agers as they prefer to be called) to interact with each other while having fun and learning new skills. Our members are supported by a dedicated team, and encouraged to stay active and connected socially within the wider community. 

Our specifically trained team support members in building friendships and engaging with others in a safe social setting.  Even when a global pandemic stopped the world in its tracks, St Michael’s team persisted in putting their community first and continued to connect with their members in a safe meaningful manner through the darkest of days.  This is testament to the sheer dedication and commitment of both staff and members to the continuous success of this safe haven and the value they attach to this amenity. 

We offer an opportunity for our members to try out new skills and gain relevant information on daily living.  Our busy schedule is driven by our members and their desire to learn and share activities that bring them joy.

Our mission is to provide an all-inclusive social environment for older adults within East County Limerick; allowing them to remain connected and valued as an active member within their community. We support their social, physical and psychological needs in a homely environment, providing recreational, educational, and social activities that empower them to live life to the full as actively engaged citizens.