ALONE annual reports provide an overview of the organisation’s activities each year. They report on the number of people supported and how ALONE is progressing towards its strategic goals and aim to support older people to live and age independently at home. These reports provide detailed insights into the number of individuals ALONE has supported each year, illustrating the impact and reach of their services. They also offer transparency regarding the organisation’s progress toward its strategic goals, showcasing the effectiveness of their programmes and initiatives. These reports play an important role in communicating ALONE’s values and mission to stakeholders, including policymakers, volunteers, and the wider community. Overall, ALONE’s annual reports are vital tools for reflecting on past achievements, guiding future strategies, and reinforcing their commitment to enhancing the quality of life for older people across Ireland.
Key Achievements in 2020 included:
We received almost 42,000 calls into our National Support Line from 9th March – 31st December 2020
In 2019 we supported 5,410 older people, while in 2020 we supported 14,800 on an on-going basis. A remarkable 173.567% increase
Nearly 139,000 calls were placed to older people from ALONE staff and volunteers
At the end of 2020, we had 2,940 volunteers engaged with ALONE
We had a 600% increase to Telephone Support & Befriending services while services provided grew by 700%