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Government miss opportunity to target older people with supports this winter

While budget measures will deliver slight relief there is a shortfall in income from last year for energy and living costs among the older people the organisation works with ALONE, the organisation that supports older people to age at home, today has said that although the pension and fuel allowance have increased, older people living alone are still at risk of poverty this winter and over €300 worse off compared to last year.

67% of respondents have already taken or plan to take a holiday in 2025

87% of Irish Holidaymakers are still prioritising holidays, despite cost of living concerns
Older lady staring out the window

ALONE Annual Report: Record numbers of older people seek ALONE’s support, with loneliness, physical health and housing among key concerns

The report was launched to coincide with International Older Person’s Day by Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Kieran O’Donnell, TD at ALONE’s offices in Olympic House, Dublin 8.

ADHD Ireland marks ADHD Awareness Month with national events, international speakers and opportunities for connection

ADHD Ireland is proud to announce a wide range of events and initiatives taking place throughout October as part of ADHD Awareness Month. This year’s theme focuses on connection across life stages and aims to support children, parents/carers/guardians, adults and students living with ADHD.