Seán Moynihan

A look back at a powerful day. ALONE launched its Strategic Plan 2026–2029, bringing together voices from across communities, Government and the sector to focus on what really matters for older people. Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support this work 🤝

We were delighted to welcome representatives from WHO Europe and the Ministry for Health & Active Ageing Malta, alongside colleagues from the Department of Health, to Richmond Place last week

By 2050, 1 in 4 people will be over 65. Our new Strategic Plan responds to the real challenges older people face — poverty, loneliness and barriers to support — with a clear ambition: to build a system that puts older people first.

Concern is growing over rising energy costs, and the human impact is real. We encourage people to listen back to the recent RTÉ Radio discussion on this issue with David McCullagh, Ellen Coyne, Sean Moynihan and Ger Hyland. rte.ie/radio/radio1/c…

This is a powerful example of how the right supports, delivered at the right time, can transform lives. - Sean Moynihan CEO at ALONE. rte.ie/news/dublin/20…

Housing is central to dignity, independence and wellbeing in later life. Ireland must urgently plan for the housing needs of an ageing population or risk a homelessness crisis. Affordable, and supported housing solutions are needed now.

To meet the housing needs of an ageing population by 2040, Ireland must deliver: 🏠 123,000 one- and two-bedroom homes 🏘️ 82,500 social homes built to Universal Design 🤝 24,600 supportive housing units, including 1,721 Housing with Supports Planning must start now.

We’re asking everyone to look out for older and more vulnerable members of their community. A quick check-in can make all the difference. Keeping homes warm is vital, especially for people with underlying health conditions that can worsen in cold weather.

Our latest Volunteer survey found that 98% of volunteers found the experience rewarding, 98% enjoyed the social interaction, 96% felt they were making a contribution to their community, 89% gained enhanced professional development and 84% gained new skills from volunteeruing.

Seán Moynihan ALONE CEO on @NewstalkFM " We will support 46-48,000 older people this year, We don't close here, we are open 365 days a year. Call us 8 am - 8pm seven days a week on 0818 222 024.

On cold weather: Heating is a public health issue, you must keep warm, layers, turn on the heating. Reach out to family, friends and older people in the community to check up on them and make sure they're ok but most importantly to spend time with them.

We are always looking volunteers so if you are interested in learning more please visit alone.ie/volunteer/volu… or visit alone.ie to learn more about our Supports & Services

This Christmas ALONE deliverd almost 2,400 Christmas dinners across the country to those in need.

ALONE operate 365 days a year, the Christmas period is no different. If you are in need of advice, support or information, please call our National Support and Referral Line, seven days a week from 8am – 8pm. We are here to support you. ☎️ 0818 222 024

Christmas is traditionally a time when we reach out to those in need and those who are alone. Please consider donating to ALONE this Christmas and Sharing Your Warmth by visiting alone.ie/donate At ALONE, we opperate 365 days a year Christmas is no different.

This year ALONE will have supported over 46,000 older people across its services by the end of the year – the highest number to date. That points to an enormous and growing level of need, especially with our rapidly ageing population.

Congratulations to our LTRN member Dr. Mark Ward who is one of six Irish researchers to be awarded the European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant 2025! Mark’s project looks at factors which influence international differences in loneliness. lonelinessresearch.org/european-resea…

This year ALONE will have supported over 46,000 older people across its services by the end of the year – the highest number to date. That points to an enormous and growing level of need, especially with our rapidly ageing population.

At ALONE, we opperate 365 days a year Christmas is no different. If you or an older person you know is in need of support please call us on 0818 222 024

youtube.com/watch?v=V4rCaA… @HsehealthW New EP:HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast,