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Empowering Lives, Restoring Dignity

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Empowering Lives Since 1982

At Drogheda Homeless Aid (DHA), we believe that everyone deserves dignity, respect,
stability, love and a fresh start — no matter where they come from. Every day, we provide
vital shelter, care, and support to men experiencing homelessness across Drogheda, all of
County Louth, and all of County Meath. But our mission goes far beyond providing a bed for
the night — we walk alongside people on their journey to a brighter, independent future.

Founded in 1982 by the inspiring Sr. Cait Fitzgerald, DHA has supported over 5,000
individuals in overcoming homelessness. Many of those we’ve helped are now living
independently — working, reconnecting with family, and contributing positively to their
communities.

What We Do

Emergency Accommodation

We operate a 25-bed hostel at North Strand, Drogheda — offering a safe, supportive environment to around 140 men each year from across the wider Louth and Meath region.

Wraparound Support Services

Our team provides holistic, person-centred support, including access to meals, counselling, addiction support, health services, education, and employment pathways.

Transitional & Long-Term Housing

As a registered housing association, we manage supported houses to help individuals move forward with confidence and stability.

Resettlement & Independent Living

We don’t just help people out of homelessness — we help them stay out, with tailored resettlement planning and continued outreach.

Why It Matters

Homelessness knows no borders. It affects individuals and families across Louth and Meath,and its consequences ripple out into every community. When we support someone into housing, recovery, and self-reliance, we’re not only transforming that person’s life — we’re also strengthening the social and economic wellbeing of the entire region.

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Reducing homelessness leads to

Safer, healthier communities

Reducing homelessness builds safer, healthier communities, eases pressure on emergency services, gives children a stable future, and fosters a more compassionate society — benefiting everyone across Louth and Meath.

Less pressure on emergency services

Less homelessness means fewer emergency hospital visits, Garda callouts, and crisis interventions — easing pressure on overstretched services and allowing resources to be used more effectively where they’re truly needed.

Better outcomes for families and children

Stable housing gives families the foundation to thrive — children can attend school regularly, feel secure, and develop confidently, breaking the cycle of poverty and creating brighter futures for generations to come.

A more compassionate and connected society

Supporting people out of homelessness fosters empathy, inclusion, and shared responsibility — creating a society where no one is left behind and communities grow stronger through care, connection, and mutual support.

Your Support Creates Lasting Change

We rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and communities across Louth and Meath who believe in a better future for everyone. Your donation helps keep someone off the streets, nourished, safe, and supported — not just for tonight, but for the long term.

Whether you live in Drogheda, Dundalk, Navan, Ardee, Laytown, Trim, or anywhere in between — your support makes a difference.

Join us. Together, we can end homelessness — one person, one home, one future at a time.

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