News - older people

ALONE will deliver over 2,000 Christmas dinners to older people

The charity says Ireland’s aging population is driving demand for its services.

Dec 24, 2025 08:42

The event at the Temperance Hall was organised by Pobal and coincided with International Day of Older People.

Oct 1, 2025 13:35

A new survey by Age and Opportunity shows three quarters of older people feel ageism is present in society

Sep 29, 2023 08:12

CEO of Alone, Sean Moynihan, says the vast majority want help for older people forced to rent.

Sep 5, 2023 09:54

Tonight's meeting takes place in Creggs NS Community Hall at 8 o' clock.

Jun 22, 2023 17:14

Anyone wishing to take part in the programme can visit the Alone.ie website or call 0818 222 024.

Apr 10, 2023 09:13

A Government spokesperson said the strategy pre-dated this date, and was pursued by successive Governments.

Jan 31, 2023 09:14

Oct 2, 2022 12:18

Deputy Naughten believes older people and people with a disability have suffered the most over the last 2 years due to the lack of such services.

Feb 15, 2022 12:52

People are being reminded that it's ok to be anxious.

Jan 27, 2022 14:14

The former manager believes there are negative processes in the sector.

Nov 11, 2021 17:20

Oct 10, 2021 09:53

Older people in the Shannonside region say they would be happy to receive the Astra Zeneca vaccine if it was approved. Despite the approval of

Feb 12, 2021 13:17

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