TDS SUPPORT MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE IN NORTHERN IRELAND’S HOMELESSNESS CRISIS
TDS Northern Ireland has teamed up with Simon Community, Northern Ireland’s largest homelessness charity, to help tackle the ongoing homelessness crisis in the region.
The scale of the crisis
A growing number of people in Northern Ireland are facing homelessness. Currently, over 59,500 people are officially classed as homeless – that’s one in every 32 people. But this figure doesn’t account for the thousands more who are “hidden homeless” – those who are staying with friends, sofa surfing, or living in unsuitable conditions without proper support.
Social housing waiting lists are at a record high, with private rents rising by 10% in the past year alone. This has made it increasingly difficult for many people to find somewhere safe and secure to live.
Partnership making an impact
Thanks to funding from TDS, Simon Community has been able to help people struggling with the upfront costs of renting privately – particularly by providing deposits. For many, this has been the helping hand needed to secure a safe and permanent home.
TDS support has directly funded 15 rental deposits, but the impact goes much further. Their funding has also enabled Simon Community to offer support and advice to hundreds of others who have reached out via their freephone support line.
Changing lives through support
Harriett Roberts, Director of Growth & Engagement at Simon Community, says the help from TDS has made a real difference:
“TDS’s support has genuinely changed lives. It’s helped prevent homelessness before it happens, and given people the chance to rebuild and secure a home of their own. We’re really thankful for their ongoing support.”
Eamonn Hunt, TDS’s Head of Northern Ireland, added:
“At TDS, we believe that every individual deserves a fair chance at a secure home. That’s why we’re proud to support the Simon Community and the vital work they do. Even a small amount of help at the right moment – like a deposit – can change someone’s life. It’s incredibly rewarding to know our support is helping people take that first step towards a more secure future to those who need it most.”
Get support or find out more
If you or someone you know is at risk of homelessness, contact Simon Community’s free support line on 0800 171 2222, or visit the website here.
TDS Northern Ireland has teamed up with Simon Community, Northern Ireland’s largest homelessness charity, to help tackle the ongoing homelessness crisis in the region.
The scale of the crisis
A growing number of people in Northern Ireland are facing homelessness. Currently, over 59,500 people are officially classed as homeless – that’s one in every 32 people. But this figure doesn’t account for the thousands more who are “hidden homeless” – those who are staying with friends, sofa surfing, or living in unsuitable conditions without proper support.
Social housing waiting lists are at a record high, with private rents rising by 10% in the past year alone. This has made it increasingly difficult for many people to find somewhere safe and secure to live.
Partnership making an impact
Thanks to funding from TDS, Simon Community has been able to help people struggling with the upfront costs of renting privately – particularly by providing deposits. For many, this has been the helping hand needed to secure a safe and permanent home.
TDS support has directly funded 15 rental deposits, but the impact goes much further. Their funding has also enabled Simon Community to offer support and advice to hundreds of others who have reached out via their freephone support line.
Changing lives through support
Harriett Roberts, Director of Growth & Engagement at Simon Community, says the help from TDS has made a real difference:
“TDS’s support has genuinely changed lives. It’s helped prevent homelessness before it happens, and given people the chance to rebuild and secure a home of their own. We’re really thankful for their ongoing support.”
Eamonn Hunt, TDS’s Head of Northern Ireland, added:
“At TDS, we believe that every individual deserves a fair chance at a secure home. That’s why we’re proud to support the Simon Community and the vital work they do. Even a small amount of help at the right moment – like a deposit – can change someone’s life. It’s incredibly rewarding to know our support is helping people take that first step towards a more secure future to those who need it most.”
Get support or find out more
If you or someone you know is at risk of homelessness, contact Simon Community’s free support line on 0800 171 2222, or visit the website here.
