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Housing with Support – Literature Review
A key area of concern when considering Ireland’s ageing population is the provision of suitable housing. Housing with support […]
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Priorities for Irish Research into Loneliness among Older People: Results of a Roundtable Discussion
Background: Ireland has the highest rates of loneliness of all EU countries. Those in the older old category […]
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ALONE ECC Quarterly Report Q2 2024
(Note: Figures for ongoing engagement data have been revised as of November 29, 2024, due to a correction in […]
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Aware’s older adult research reveals high rates of depression and anxiety
This report describes findings from a recent survey on the mental health experiences of older adults in Ireland conducted […]
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Housing Conditions and Integrated Care for Older People: Key Findings & Recommendations
This report describes a study condcuted by a research team consisting of TrinityHaus (TCD), Tallaght University Hospital (TUH), Building […]
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Taking Stock – Is Government keeping its commitments to older people? Executive summary
This report from The Allliance of Age Sector NGOs calls to action and offer recommendations based on each of the 13 priority areas stablished by the National Positive Ageing Strategy.
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Ageing in Place: Harnessing the Contribution of Housing, Communities and Technology
This is a conference presentation conducted by ALONE’s Housing with Support Scheme Manager, in 2204 at the nternational Integrated […]
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Financial Statements 2023
ALONE’s Financial Statements outline the finances of ALONE for each year to provide transparency for funders and donators. These […]
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Annual Report 2023
ALONE’s annual report provides an overview of the organisation’s activities each year. Each annual report describes the number of […]
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ALONE Older People Feedback Survey 2024
This report captures feedback from over 400 older adults on ALONE’s support services. Survey results show high satisfaction: 70% […]
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Policies for Ageing Well at Home in Ireland
The report by ALONE and Social Justice Ireland highlights the need for improved policies to help older people age […]
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Policy Options to Support Ageing Well at Home Budget 2025
This is a summary version of ALONE and Social Justice Ireland’s “Policies for Ageing Well at Home in Ireland” […]
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ALONE Pre-Budget Submission 2025 – Summary version
This is a three page summary of ALONE’s 2024 Pre-Budget Submission, which highlights the main budget asks to the […]
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ALONE Pre-Budget Submission 2025
This is ALONE’s Pre-Budget Submission for 2025, which highlights key areas of concern based on data that ALONE has […]
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Homecare Coalition Pre-Budget Submission 2025
This is the pre-budget submission of the Homecare Coalition, a group of 25 charities, not-for-profit organisations and campaigners who […]
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ALONE Research Evaluation Strategy
ALONE has always placed a strong focus on contributing evidence to the aged care sector, and evaluating the services […]
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ALONE Pre-Budget Submission 2024
ALONE’s pre-budget report provides an analysis of the current challenges facing older adults, along with budget recommendations to address […]
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Mechanisms through which befriending services may impact the health of older adults
This academic paper explores the mechanisms through which befriending services can impact the health of older adults. Thirteen befriendee-befriender dyads (n=26) were interviewed.
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Taking Stock – Is Government keeping its commitments to older people?
This report from The Allliance of Age Sector NGOs calls to action and offer recommendations based on each of the 13 priority areas stablished by the National Positive Ageing Strategy.
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Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People: Age Alliance Position Paper
This is a position paper calling for the establishment of a Commissioner for Ageing and Older People in Ireland.
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Befriending Network Ireland – Information
Support and befriending is one the most important services that ALONE offers. It has proven to be an effective […]
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Cooking for Life – Health and Wellbeing Recipes for Older People
This ‘Cooking For Life’ cookbook is a culinary guide designed to cater to diverse tastes and nutritional needs. It […]
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At-Home Exercise Guide for Older Adults
This document is an at-home exercise guide specifically designed for older people, aiming to promote physical health and well-being […]
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