Growing number of older people at risk of poverty

April 15, 2026 | 2:34 pm

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There is a growing number of older people at risk of poverty, according to ALONE.

The charity will expand its services from 52,300 in 2026 to 125,000 people by 2029.

It says while supports exist, they are far too difficult to access and are often inconsistent based on where a person lives.

Minister for Social Protection and Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo Dara Calleary, says his department is supporting older people through the current energy crisis…

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