More homeless people suffering mental health issues as charity reports rise in numbers

The latest Depaul annual impact report reveals the charity has supported 10,936 people in 2023 alone, marking a 46% increase from 2022. File photo: Victoria Jones/PA
A leading homeless charity has highlighted the need for long-term solutions for Ireland’s housing crisis, following an 85% increase in the number of families using its services within 2023.
The latest Depaul annual impact report reveals the charity has supported 10,936 people in 2023 alone, marking a 46% increase from 2022.