Cork Simon project 'literally saved my life' says former rough sleeper

'Some people would urinate on your sleeping bag, as if I was a piece of dirt, others would attack you and try to rob you, not that I had anything to rob'

A man who found himself sleeping rough and suicidal after losing his marriage and family home says a Cork Simon project which helps homeless people find a job helped saved his life.

John, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said he was grateful for the help and support but said others are not so lucky.