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Centre set up to help the homeless and others in need intend to keep on helping others less fortunate

Foyle Haven Day Centre, Derry’s oldest drop in centre, is this week marking its 20th year. The centre provides life enhancing support to Derry’...

Special vaccination clinic held at homeless support centre in Derry 40 people receive a jab at the Foyle Haven The vaccination event was held at the Foyle Haven centre yesterday. Reporter: );  ); Homeless charity Depaul have welcomed a mass vaccination that took place at their Foyle Haven Day Centre in Derry yesterday afternoon where over 40 people experiencing homelessness received their first vaccination. The vaccination clinic was delivered in partnership with the Western Health and Social...

A home, a backyard and a trampoline. Its not that much to ask for. But for 10-year-old Dylan Whelan from Belfast, these are the three things that would change his whole world for the better. For almost 18 months, Dylan, his mum Rachel, and baby sister Leah, have been living on the top floor of a hostel. Being homeless can have a terrible effect on children. Add to that Covid-19 restrictions and not being able to go to school, or meet friends, and its a devastating combination with regard to a ...

Support centre for homeless people in Derry forced to close during lockdown Vaccine news leads to hopes that Foyle Haven could be back up and running soon The Foyle Haven centre in Derry provides a vital support service for the homeless community. Reporter: );  ); A support centre for homeless people in Derry has been forced to close during the pandemic. The Foyle Haven day centre at John Street provides a vital range of support for people living on the streets. However, the centre had to cl...