‘As an older person, it is very scary’: Rise in homeless people aged 65 or older (opens original article in a new tab)

Homelessness among older people in Ireland is rising, with increased numbers in emergency accommodation and challenges faced by elderly homeless individuals like John Pett, who highlights the vulnerability of this group.

• Homelessness among people aged 65 or older is increasing in Ireland, with 265 people in emergency accommodation in April 2025.
• John Pett, a 70-year-old homeless man, describes the vulnerability of older homeless individuals due to health issues and lack of stable housing.
• Dublin Simon's 2025 report shows 4,000 people supported, with 10,835 interactions with people sleeping rough, a 29% increase from 2024.