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Lauren Harte

Poor mental health and homelessness 'are inextricably linked', new report reveals

Two people who experienced mental health and homelessness in Northern Ireland say more needs to be done to ensure the right measures are in place to support those who are struggling.

They were speaking as new research is published today by Simon Community NI and Depaul, highlighting the significant inter-relationship between mental health and homelessness.

The report ‘Mental Health & Homelessness’ identifies homelessness as more than a housing issue, but the consequence of multiple disadvantages, with mental health both playing a role and having an impact.

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