Dublin Simon report shows health crisis mounting among homeless population

The most recent update provided to Dublin City councillors by the Dublin Region Homeless Executive (DRHE) said shielding (previously cocooning) has resulted in 200 homeless individuals currently residing in shielding facilities. File image

Dublin Simon has warned of a health crisis among the homeless population in the capital due to underfunding and a shortage of suitable accommodation.

The organisation launched its 2019 annual report on what is International Suicide Prevention day and revealed that its Crisis Suicide Service for people who are homeless averaged two critical, life-saving interventions each day last year.