Alice Leahy
Founder of the Alice Leahy Trust, a long-standing charity supporting people who are homeless in Ireland, with decades of work assisting those sleeping rough and providing outreach services.
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Dec 24, 2025 • 11min
There is no single story for those sleeping rough at Christmas
Alice Leahy, founder of the Alice Leahy Trust, reflects on her 50 years of service to the homeless in Ireland. She discusses the unique challenges faced by those sleeping rough during Christmas, including reasons many avoid shelters. Alice shares touching stories of isolation and the small comforts that mean the most. She critiques the excessive focus on food during the holidays, contrasting it with the emotional pain of immigrants missing their families. Throughout, she highlights the importance of public support and personal connections.
Nov 11, 2025 • 13min
The Alice Leahy Trust marking its 50th Anniversary
Alice Leahy, founder of the Alice Leahy Trust and a pioneering nurse, reflects on half a century of advocating for marginalized individuals. She discusses her groundbreaking 1974 study highlighting the disconnect between medical professionals and the homeless population. Alice shares how the profile of their clients has evolved, emphasizing challenges like addiction and the impacts of psychiatric institutional closures. She also addresses the persistent issue of homelessness and the necessity for human connection amidst changing official services.
