Left out in thecold: A review of rural homelessness in ireland Simon Communities in Ireland The Simon Communities in Ireland are a network of eight regionally based independent Simon Communities that share common values and ethos in tackling all forms of homelessness throughout Ireland supported by a National Office. The Simon Communities in Cork, Dublin, Dundalk, Galway, the Midlands, Midwest, Northwest and Southeast are uniquely placed to mobilise local support and respond effectively to homelessness issues in each region – local responses to local issues using local resources. The Simon Communities are independently resourced and governed. We work collectively through a National Office to conduct valuable research, inform and influence national policy, best practice and raise public awareness of the common issues affecting people who are homeless in Ireland. The Simon Communities have been providing services in Ireland for over 40 years. In 2013 we worked with over 5,000 people, including families, in both tackling and preventing homelessness. Whatever the issue, for as long as we are needed, Simon’s door is always open. Services range from • Housing provision, tenancy sustainment & settlement services, housing advice & information serviceshelping people to make the move out of homelessness & working with households at risk; • Specialist health & treatment servicesaddressing some of the issues which may have contributed to homeless occurring or may be a consequence; • Emergency accommodation & supportproviding people with a place of welcome, warmth & safety; • Soup runs & rough sleeper teamswho are often the first point of contact for people sleeping rough. For further information contact Niamh Randall Head of Policy and Communications E:niamh@simoncommunity.com Ph: 085 8588 384
Left out in the cold: A review of rural homelessness in Ireland
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