Occupation: Social Care Worker
Age: 25
"My name is Celine O'Shea, and I am honoured to be representing the Kingdom in the Rose of Tralee Festival! I was born in Foilmore, a parish just outside Cahersiveen, in the beautiful Co Kerry.
"I am a qualified social care worker and am currently working as a dementia activities facilitator in St Luke's Home, Cork. I have recently completed a postgraduate certificate in 'Ways of Understanding Dementia and Dementia Care' with Trinity College Dublin. I love my job and I am passionate in supporting people with dementia and their families through their journey. I intend on continuing my career in the area of dementia care and support.
"Being active has always been important to me, having been a member of teams for football, rowing and running over the years. I currently play tag rugby and I recently completed a climb of Carrauntoohil to raise money for St Luke's Home and Pieta House.
"My love of travel and new experiences has brought me to countries including Australia, Canada, Thailand, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Italy, Belgium and America. Equally, I love remaining connected to my local community and appreciating the simple everyday things in life."
