waterford intellectual disability association

The Waterford Intellectual Disability Association Limited (WIDA) is a Limited Company, overseen by a voluntary Board of Directors comprising parents and friends of individuals with intellectual disabilities. WIDA seeks to promote the inclusion and independence of persons with intellectual disabilities through: care, work, leisure, advocacy, activation, education, supported living, respite, service development and awareness of the community. WIDA provides respite for adults and children with severe and/or profound degree of intellectual disabilities across a number of locations in Waterford City and County. Respite furnishes users with a home from home environment while also encouraging active participation and involvement in the local community. We also facilitate participants to attend work, college or, day services as required. Why not visit our services page for information on the services we offer. Our Ethos: WIDA is committed to working to ensure our participants are always at the centre of our service. We make certain that the participant is fully involved in decisions affecting all aspects of their life, so that they are enabled to lead as independent and satisfying life as possible.