Simon Communities of Ireland
@simoncommunity.bsky.social
Working with people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity.
Registered Charity Number: 20020125
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Ending Homelesness in Ireland - Simon Communities in Ireland
Working to bring about an end to homelessness in Ireland.
www.simon.ie
The Simon Communities of Ireland are officially on Bluesky!
Join us as we campaign for more effective policies & legislation from a national and European level 🌍
Learn more about our work: www.simon.ie
Need Help? Find your local Simon Community here: www.simon.ie/get-help
Join us as we campaign for more effective policies & legislation from a national and European level 🌍
Learn more about our work: www.simon.ie
Need Help? Find your local Simon Community here: www.simon.ie/get-help
Missed out on our latest #SimonTalks webinar with Conor O'Toole?
Our discussion on the Economic & Housing Outlook has been uploaded to YouTube 👇
youtu.be/FsKa8nZIUd4
Our discussion on the Economic & Housing Outlook has been uploaded to YouTube 👇
youtu.be/FsKa8nZIUd4
Ireland's Economic & Housing Market Outlook: Risks and Opportunities in 2026
YouTube video by Simon Communities of Ireland
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January 29, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Missed out on our latest #SimonTalks webinar with Conor O'Toole?
Our discussion on the Economic & Housing Outlook has been uploaded to YouTube 👇
youtu.be/FsKa8nZIUd4
Our discussion on the Economic & Housing Outlook has been uploaded to YouTube 👇
youtu.be/FsKa8nZIUd4
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th for our first #SimonTalks webinar of the year! 💻
There is still time to register 👇
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
There is still time to register 👇
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Registrations are open for our first #SimonTalks webinar of 2026!
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 21, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th for our first #SimonTalks webinar of the year! 💻
There is still time to register 👇
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
There is still time to register 👇
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Today, President Connolly officially launched the Simon Communities of Ireland ‘Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland’ report on older people retiring into homelessness, at the University of Galway
📸 Mike Shaughnessy
📸 Mike Shaughnessy
January 19, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Today, President Connolly officially launched the Simon Communities of Ireland ‘Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland’ report on older people retiring into homelessness, at the University of Galway
📸 Mike Shaughnessy
📸 Mike Shaughnessy
We were honoured to be joined by Uachtarán Catherine Connolly for the launch of our report: Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland.
This report highlights how homelessness in later life is driven by a combination of structural factors & individual experiences.
Read here: www.simon.ie/e-publicatio...
This report highlights how homelessness in later life is driven by a combination of structural factors & individual experiences.
Read here: www.simon.ie/e-publicatio...
January 19, 2026 at 2:22 PM
We were honoured to be joined by Uachtarán Catherine Connolly for the launch of our report: Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland.
This report highlights how homelessness in later life is driven by a combination of structural factors & individual experiences.
Read here: www.simon.ie/e-publicatio...
This report highlights how homelessness in later life is driven by a combination of structural factors & individual experiences.
Read here: www.simon.ie/e-publicatio...
How can we end homelessness when our proposed solutions are deemed unattainable?
Last week, our Executive Director wrote a letter to the editor of the Irish Times commenting on the housing crisis in Ireland and it's impact on people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity 🏘️
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#Spéirgorm
Last week, our Executive Director wrote a letter to the editor of the Irish Times commenting on the housing crisis in Ireland and it's impact on people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity 🏘️
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#Spéirgorm
January 15, 2026 at 10:59 AM
How can we end homelessness when our proposed solutions are deemed unattainable?
Last week, our Executive Director wrote a letter to the editor of the Irish Times commenting on the housing crisis in Ireland and it's impact on people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity 🏘️
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#Spéirgorm
Last week, our Executive Director wrote a letter to the editor of the Irish Times commenting on the housing crisis in Ireland and it's impact on people experiencing homelessness & housing insecurity 🏘️
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#Spéirgorm
SCI welcome this significant investment in mental health research!
We look forward to working with the team on this important piece of work as we continue to highlight the voice of people experiencing homelessness.
We look forward to working with the team on this important piece of work as we continue to highlight the voice of people experiencing homelessness.
📣Minister for Mental Health Mary Butler has announced €3M for #mentalhealthresearch. HRB will award €1M to @maynoothuniversity.ie to establish a Collaborative Research Network in #MentalHealth & €2M to support 10 new mental health research projects. Read more: www.hrb.ie/hrb/minister...
January 14, 2026 at 9:56 AM
SCI welcome this significant investment in mental health research!
We look forward to working with the team on this important piece of work as we continue to highlight the voice of people experiencing homelessness.
We look forward to working with the team on this important piece of work as we continue to highlight the voice of people experiencing homelessness.
New blog post 💻
The COMHOM team have completed phase 1 of research exploring homelessness in Ireland with the goal to uncover the realities of homelessness & identify opportunities for improved service delivery and policy.
Read more about the findings 👇
www.simon.ie/comhom-probl...
The COMHOM team have completed phase 1 of research exploring homelessness in Ireland with the goal to uncover the realities of homelessness & identify opportunities for improved service delivery and policy.
Read more about the findings 👇
www.simon.ie/comhom-probl...
www.simon.ie
January 13, 2026 at 9:25 AM
New blog post 💻
The COMHOM team have completed phase 1 of research exploring homelessness in Ireland with the goal to uncover the realities of homelessness & identify opportunities for improved service delivery and policy.
Read more about the findings 👇
www.simon.ie/comhom-probl...
The COMHOM team have completed phase 1 of research exploring homelessness in Ireland with the goal to uncover the realities of homelessness & identify opportunities for improved service delivery and policy.
Read more about the findings 👇
www.simon.ie/comhom-probl...
Registrations are open for our first #SimonTalks webinar of 2026!
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 8, 2026 at 9:57 AM
Registrations are open for our first #SimonTalks webinar of 2026!
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We will be joined by Conor O'Toole, ESRI to discuss the economic and housing market outlook for 2026 🏠
Join us at 10am on Tuesday 27th January for insights on the year ahead.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
On January 19th, we will be launching a new report highlighting the realities of Older Adult Homelessness 🏘️
We are thrilled to host this event with Galway Simon, and to have President Catherine Connolly joining us to launch the report!
Register today 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
We are thrilled to host this event with Galway Simon, and to have President Catherine Connolly joining us to launch the report!
Register today 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
Older Adult Homelessness in Ireland: Insights, Evidence & Solutions
Simon Communities of Ireland and Galway Simon are joined by President Catherine Connolly to launch a new report on older adult homelessness.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:09 AM
On January 19th, we will be launching a new report highlighting the realities of Older Adult Homelessness 🏘️
We are thrilled to host this event with Galway Simon, and to have President Catherine Connolly joining us to launch the report!
Register today 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
We are thrilled to host this event with Galway Simon, and to have President Catherine Connolly joining us to launch the report!
Register today 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
On Friday, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage released their latest report showing 16,996 men, women, & children were living in emergency accommodation in November 2025 📈
It is unacceptable that so many in Ireland are facing a new year without a place to call home🏠 #Spéirgorm
It is unacceptable that so many in Ireland are facing a new year without a place to call home🏠 #Spéirgorm
January 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
On Friday, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage released their latest report showing 16,996 men, women, & children were living in emergency accommodation in November 2025 📈
It is unacceptable that so many in Ireland are facing a new year without a place to call home🏠 #Spéirgorm
It is unacceptable that so many in Ireland are facing a new year without a place to call home🏠 #Spéirgorm
New Blog Post 💻
SCI recently participated in the COMHOM Consortium and Capacity Building Meeting in Athens – a milestone for the COMHOM project.
This blog expands on how the event made for an engaging exchange between partner organisations & subgrantees!
www.simon.ie/simon-commun...
SCI recently participated in the COMHOM Consortium and Capacity Building Meeting in Athens – a milestone for the COMHOM project.
This blog expands on how the event made for an engaging exchange between partner organisations & subgrantees!
www.simon.ie/simon-commun...
Simon Communities of Ireland at the COMHOM Consortium & Capacity Building Meeting in Athens - Simon Communities in Ireland
Simon Communities of Ireland were delighted to participate in the COMHOM Consortium and Capacity Building Meeting, held in Athens from 2-4 December 2025 – an inspiring milestone for the COMHOM project...
www.simon.ie
December 18, 2025 at 9:16 AM
New Blog Post 💻
SCI recently participated in the COMHOM Consortium and Capacity Building Meeting in Athens – a milestone for the COMHOM project.
This blog expands on how the event made for an engaging exchange between partner organisations & subgrantees!
www.simon.ie/simon-commun...
SCI recently participated in the COMHOM Consortium and Capacity Building Meeting in Athens – a milestone for the COMHOM project.
This blog expands on how the event made for an engaging exchange between partner organisations & subgrantees!
www.simon.ie/simon-commun...
Tune in to Oireachtas TV at 3pm today for an end of year discussion on homelessness 🏠
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, has been invited to the discussion as a representative of the Irish Homeless Policy Group.
www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, has been invited to the discussion as a representative of the Irish Homeless Policy Group.
www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...
Oireachtas committee meeting live stream
Live stream of public Oireachtas committee meeting in committee room 3
www.oireachtas.ie
December 16, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Tune in to Oireachtas TV at 3pm today for an end of year discussion on homelessness 🏠
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, has been invited to the discussion as a representative of the Irish Homeless Policy Group.
www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, has been invited to the discussion as a representative of the Irish Homeless Policy Group.
www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachta...
We would like to welcome the new chair of our board, Johnny O'Rourke!
Johnny is a seasoned governance and strategic expert with over 17 years of operational experience in the human services sector.
We are thrilled to welcome him to the team!
Johnny is a seasoned governance and strategic expert with over 17 years of operational experience in the human services sector.
We are thrilled to welcome him to the team!
December 11, 2025 at 2:14 PM
We would like to welcome the new chair of our board, Johnny O'Rourke!
Johnny is a seasoned governance and strategic expert with over 17 years of operational experience in the human services sector.
We are thrilled to welcome him to the team!
Johnny is a seasoned governance and strategic expert with over 17 years of operational experience in the human services sector.
We are thrilled to welcome him to the team!
In January SCI are launching a new report highlighting Older Adult Homelessness📄
We are thrilled to be joined by @president.ie to launch the report and to have lived experience experts sharing their perspectives on older adult homelessness
Register 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
We are thrilled to be joined by @president.ie to launch the report and to have lived experience experts sharing their perspectives on older adult homelessness
Register 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
December 11, 2025 at 9:19 AM
In January SCI are launching a new report highlighting Older Adult Homelessness📄
We are thrilled to be joined by @president.ie to launch the report and to have lived experience experts sharing their perspectives on older adult homelessness
Register 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
We are thrilled to be joined by @president.ie to launch the report and to have lived experience experts sharing their perspectives on older adult homelessness
Register 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/1977507780...
We are very saddened to hear of Hugh Wallace's passing over the weekend.
Hugh kindly supported SCI previously to launch our Art of Home campaign in 2021 to raise funds for our work.
Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam 💛
Hugh kindly supported SCI previously to launch our Art of Home campaign in 2021 to raise funds for our work.
Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam 💛
December 2, 2025 at 11:23 AM
We are very saddened to hear of Hugh Wallace's passing over the weekend.
Hugh kindly supported SCI previously to launch our Art of Home campaign in 2021 to raise funds for our work.
Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam 💛
Hugh kindly supported SCI previously to launch our Art of Home campaign in 2021 to raise funds for our work.
Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam 💛
16,766 men, women, & children were living in emergency accommodation in October according to the Dept of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Human beings deserve better than this. It’s shocking that so many people will go without this basic security at a time meant for joy & family.
#SpéirGorm
Human beings deserve better than this. It’s shocking that so many people will go without this basic security at a time meant for joy & family.
#SpéirGorm
November 28, 2025 at 2:36 PM
16,766 men, women, & children were living in emergency accommodation in October according to the Dept of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Human beings deserve better than this. It’s shocking that so many people will go without this basic security at a time meant for joy & family.
#SpéirGorm
Human beings deserve better than this. It’s shocking that so many people will go without this basic security at a time meant for joy & family.
#SpéirGorm
Didn't make #SimonTalks last week?
Our full discussion with Eddie Mullins has been uploaded to our YouTube channel!
Catch up on our discussion on the impact of MQI's Medically Supervised Injection Facility as they approach their first anniversary 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmfE...
Our full discussion with Eddie Mullins has been uploaded to our YouTube channel!
Catch up on our discussion on the impact of MQI's Medically Supervised Injection Facility as they approach their first anniversary 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmfE...
Approaching The One Year Mark: MQI's Medically Supervised Injecting Facility
YouTube video by Simon Communities of Ireland
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November 27, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Didn't make #SimonTalks last week?
Our full discussion with Eddie Mullins has been uploaded to our YouTube channel!
Catch up on our discussion on the impact of MQI's Medically Supervised Injection Facility as they approach their first anniversary 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmfE...
Our full discussion with Eddie Mullins has been uploaded to our YouTube channel!
Catch up on our discussion on the impact of MQI's Medically Supervised Injection Facility as they approach their first anniversary 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmfE...
We have published our 2024 Annual Report 🎉
This report details key insights from SCI’s work throughout the year while calling for renewed government leadership and systems change.
🔗: www.simon.ie/annual-repor...
This report details key insights from SCI’s work throughout the year while calling for renewed government leadership and systems change.
🔗: www.simon.ie/annual-repor...
Annual Reports - Simon Communities in Ireland
The Simon Communities of Ireland Annual Reports are an account of the campaigning and policy work of the Simon Communities of Ireland, and also spotlight the services provided by the independent Simon...
www.simon.ie
November 13, 2025 at 2:28 PM
We have published our 2024 Annual Report 🎉
This report details key insights from SCI’s work throughout the year while calling for renewed government leadership and systems change.
🔗: www.simon.ie/annual-repor...
This report details key insights from SCI’s work throughout the year while calling for renewed government leadership and systems change.
🔗: www.simon.ie/annual-repor...
We are launching our 2024 Annual Report tomorrow morning with Minister James Browne!
Join us as we highlight the impact of homelessness on children with Nuala Ward, Ombudsman for Children, and Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance.
Register now 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/simon-comm...
Join us as we highlight the impact of homelessness on children with Nuala Ward, Ombudsman for Children, and Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance.
Register now 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/simon-comm...
Simon Communities of Ireland 2024 Annual Report Launch
Launch of Simon Communities of Ireland 2024 Annual Report – insights, impact & action on homelessness.
www.eventbrite.ie
November 11, 2025 at 9:53 AM
We are launching our 2024 Annual Report tomorrow morning with Minister James Browne!
Join us as we highlight the impact of homelessness on children with Nuala Ward, Ombudsman for Children, and Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance.
Register now 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/simon-comm...
Join us as we highlight the impact of homelessness on children with Nuala Ward, Ombudsman for Children, and Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance.
Register now 👇
www.eventbrite.ie/e/simon-comm...
Polling stations will be open until 10pm tonight 🗳️
All you need to bring with you is a valid form of ID 🪪
Your vote matters, don’t miss the opportunity to have an impact!
#SpéirGhorm
www.checktheregister.ie/en-IE/
All you need to bring with you is a valid form of ID 🪪
Your vote matters, don’t miss the opportunity to have an impact!
#SpéirGhorm
www.checktheregister.ie/en-IE/
-Check the Register
www.checktheregister.ie
October 24, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Polling stations will be open until 10pm tonight 🗳️
All you need to bring with you is a valid form of ID 🪪
Your vote matters, don’t miss the opportunity to have an impact!
#SpéirGhorm
www.checktheregister.ie/en-IE/
All you need to bring with you is a valid form of ID 🪪
Your vote matters, don’t miss the opportunity to have an impact!
#SpéirGhorm
www.checktheregister.ie/en-IE/
Our latest Locked Out report shows that people on lower incomes simply cannot access affordable rental homes.
There was an alarming decrease of 25% in properties available within HAP limits & a 26% reduction in properties available to rent at any price 📉
There was an alarming decrease of 25% in properties available within HAP limits & a 26% reduction in properties available to rent at any price 📉
October 23, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Our latest Locked Out report shows that people on lower incomes simply cannot access affordable rental homes.
There was an alarming decrease of 25% in properties available within HAP limits & a 26% reduction in properties available to rent at any price 📉
There was an alarming decrease of 25% in properties available within HAP limits & a 26% reduction in properties available to rent at any price 📉
It's National Lived Experience Day!
SCI strive to keep people with lived experience at the centre of our work.
We believe it is crucial that these perspectives are the core focus of our policy, research and advocacy, as it would be impossible to create impactful change otherwise.
SCI strive to keep people with lived experience at the centre of our work.
We believe it is crucial that these perspectives are the core focus of our policy, research and advocacy, as it would be impossible to create impactful change otherwise.
October 15, 2025 at 9:18 AM
It's National Lived Experience Day!
SCI strive to keep people with lived experience at the centre of our work.
We believe it is crucial that these perspectives are the core focus of our policy, research and advocacy, as it would be impossible to create impactful change otherwise.
SCI strive to keep people with lived experience at the centre of our work.
We believe it is crucial that these perspectives are the core focus of our policy, research and advocacy, as it would be impossible to create impactful change otherwise.
How did the Irish community and voluntary sector fare in Budget 2026?
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, will feature on @thewheelireland.bsky.social's webinar tomorrow to share reflections and analysis of Budget 2026.
Register your place 👇
www.wheel.ie/training/202...
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, will feature on @thewheelireland.bsky.social's webinar tomorrow to share reflections and analysis of Budget 2026.
Register your place 👇
www.wheel.ie/training/202...
Key Highlights of Budget 2026 & Its Impact on the Community and Voluntary Sector | The Wheel
How did the Irish community and voluntary sector fare in Budget 2026?
www.wheel.ie
October 13, 2025 at 10:27 AM
How did the Irish community and voluntary sector fare in Budget 2026?
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, will feature on @thewheelireland.bsky.social's webinar tomorrow to share reflections and analysis of Budget 2026.
Register your place 👇
www.wheel.ie/training/202...
SCI's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, will feature on @thewheelireland.bsky.social's webinar tomorrow to share reflections and analysis of Budget 2026.
Register your place 👇
www.wheel.ie/training/202...
Couldn't make our Simon Talks webinar?
Our full discussion on Budget 2026 with Louise Bayliss has been uploaded to Youtube 👇
youtu.be/9RsHPtMpGjw
Our full discussion on Budget 2026 with Louise Bayliss has been uploaded to Youtube 👇
youtu.be/9RsHPtMpGjw
Budget 2026: Post Budget Analysis
YouTube video by Simon Communities of Ireland
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October 9, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Couldn't make our Simon Talks webinar?
Our full discussion on Budget 2026 with Louise Bayliss has been uploaded to Youtube 👇
youtu.be/9RsHPtMpGjw
Our full discussion on Budget 2026 with Louise Bayliss has been uploaded to Youtube 👇
youtu.be/9RsHPtMpGjw
Reposted by Simon Communities of Ireland
Don't miss our on next week's webinar as Simon Talks Budget 2026!
We are thrilled to be joined by Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy, SVP.
Tune in to hear more about the impact of #Budget2026 from an NGO perspective.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We are thrilled to be joined by Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy, SVP.
Tune in to hear more about the impact of #Budget2026 from an NGO perspective.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Don't miss our on next week's webinar as Simon Talks Budget 2026!
We are thrilled to be joined by Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy, SVP.
Tune in to hear more about the impact of #Budget2026 from an NGO perspective.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We are thrilled to be joined by Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy, SVP.
Tune in to hear more about the impact of #Budget2026 from an NGO perspective.
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...