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How is the housing crisis impacting the older population?

Our rapidly growing aging population is facing an immediate housing crisis. Census data showed an...

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08.45 11 Jul 2025


How is the housing crisis impacting the older population?


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08.45 11 Jul 2025


Our rapidly growing aging population is facing an immediate housing crisis. Census data showed an 83% increase in renters over the age of 65 and a decrease in home ownership. With the average rent rising and a lesser supply of housing, many of these older renters are at serious risk of homelessness.

Seán Moynihan, CEO of ALONE, a national organisation that supports older people, joined Ivan to discuss this issue and the policies that could help address.


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