Change the Conversation: P3 Stories

Click on the stories below to read about real experiences of homelessness, mental health, addiction and other forms of social exclusion.

Rob's Story

Rob describes living on the streets with his dog Maggie.

Sara's Story

Sara talks about losing her job as Community Psychiatric Nurse and her fight for benefits.

Dan's Story

Dan talks candidly about his health, homelessness and addiction.

Andrei's Story

Andrei had been working almost 24/7 for four months without pay, when his 'employer' wrongly accused him of theft.

Barry's Story

When his accommodation fell through, Barry came out of prison to find himself homeless.

Tasmin's Story

Tasmin lost her partner, and later her youngest daughter in tragic circumstances. Here she talks about grief, addiction and moving forwards.

Colm's Story

After experiencing a nervous breakdown Colm moved into The Gables and began to piece his life back together.

Laurence's Story

Laurence talks about his lived experience of homelessness and how now he's looking forward to living a normal life once again.

Dean's Story

Dean talks about making changes day to day.

Nathan's Story

Everything happens for a reason and luckily this saved my life …

Geoff's Story

Getting the right treatment in the face of prejudice.

Tracing My Roots

Family, identity, and learning from the past.

Dylan's Story

Dylan quit his job as a long distance lorry driver after becoming ill. Here he talks about his health, housing situation and how he is moving forwards.

Gary's Story

After a series of tragic family losses led to the decision to move away from his home town, Gary discusses prioritising his health and wellbeing.

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