About Us

The Simon Communities of Ireland are a network of independent communities across the country that provide homeless, housing and treatment services to people facing the trauma and stress of homelessness. With a proud history of over 50 years responding to local needs, the Simon Communities of Ireland works to end long-term homelessness in Ireland, and ensure that homelessness where it does occur is rare, short-term and non-recurring.

The Simon Communities of Ireland national office is a leading campaigner nationally in putting forward solutions for tackling homelessness. Our work engages with advocacy, policy and communications that is grounded in the experiences of our local services. We campaign for more effective policies and legislation locally, nationally at a European level.

SCI campaign for practical and sustainable solutions that tackle homelessness head on. Our advocacy and solutions are based on evidence, best practice, and the experiences of the people who use our services.

The Simon Communities of Ireland performs a coordinating, support and leadership role across the network in relation to:

Purpose and Mission of the Simon Communities of Ireland

Simon Communities of Ireland will drive positive change in policy based through developing innovative research, advocacy, collaboration and communications. Read our SCI Strategic Plan 2022-2027 to learn more.

Policy and Campaigning

Work in the areas of housing/homeless policy and the wider poverty and social inclusion agenda.

National Corporate Partners

Managing national fundraising opportunities in particular national and all Ireland corporate partnerships.

We are supported by Pobal and the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government.

Our Network of Communities

The network of Simon Communities across Ireland provide a range of services to people at risk of or experiencing homelessness, including:

  • Homelessness prevention, tenancy sustainment and resettlement.
  • Street outreach, emergency accommodation and harm reduction.
  • Housing with support and Housing First services.
  • Homeless specific health and well-being services (counselling, addiction treatment & recovery, and mental health supports).
  • Personal development, education, training and employment services.
  • Food-banks, drop-in centres and soup runs.

Whatever the issue, Simon’s door is always open. Our services are non-judgmental, person-centred and we work with people to design their solutions.

Your Local Simon Community

For assistance from your local Simon Community with a housing or homelessness issue, or to make a local donation, find the list of their websites below. National policy, advocacy, and media information can be found on the Simon Communities of Ireland website.

Cork Simon: Cork | Kerry Get Help Donate

Dublin Simon: Dublin | Kildare | Meath | Wicklow Get Help Donate

Dundalk Simon: Cavan | Louth | Monaghan Get Help Donate

Galway Simon: Galway | Mayo | Roscommon Get Help Donate

Midlands Simon: Laois | Longford | Offaly | Westmeath Get Help Donate

Mid West Simon: Clare | Limerick | North Tipperary Get Help Donate

South East Simon: Carlow | Kilkenny | South Tipperary | Waterford Get Help Donate