Posts by Sharon
One paycheck away from Homelessness
The ramifications of being evicted can have a colossal impact on families. Evictions can be linked to a multitude of health concerns including increased stress, disruptions to health care and associated mental health issues such as depression. The physical, psychological and financial consequences of being evicted are said to be more severe for older adults.…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day 8th March 2023
For International Women’s Day 2023, we wanted to highlight some of the achievements of a few inspirational women we have had the pleasure of speaking with. We wanted to capture the significant contributions and meaningful changes a woman can make, at any age. A huge thank you to the incredible women who took the time…
Read MoreWarm, Safe, Connected – A report by St. Vincent De Paul
After attending the launch of Warm, Safe, Connected by St. Vincent De Paul (SVP), we were devastated to learn of the far-reaching consequences that the current energy crisis has had across Ireland. We felt the need to share some of the more shocking statistics that may have had a profound impact on our members. In…
Read MoreCost-of-Living ‘Package’ – Generous term for a not-so-generous promise
The ISCP are disappointed with the Cost-of-Living Package that was finally announced on Tuesday 21st February. While we welcome any and all support, we are consistently let-down by yet another string of temporary measures. Measures that only offer one-off support for energy bills while people struggle to meet the everyday cost of living. We worry…
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