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Meet Sinead

Sinead joined Simon Community in January 2022 as a Support Worker at Flush Park in Lisburn. Today, she is a Senior Practitioner, helping to support both the people who stay at the service and the staff who work alongside them.

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Michelle’s Story -Ten Years Supporting People Facing Homelessness

Michelle has spent the last 10 years supporting people experiencing homelessness. From helping people through crisis to supporting them to rebuild confidence, this is a story about resilience and the importance of simply being there when someone needs support most.

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Support Worker – Kelly’s Story

Kelly’s journey to Simon Community has been shaped by a wide range of experiences, all centred around supporting people.

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From ESP to Senior Practitioner – Matthew’s Journey

Exploring the vital work of a Senior Practitioner through Matthew’s journey at Simon Community.

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Project Manager Rachele’s One Big Sleep Out

How one night outside strengthened Rachele’s resolve to fight homelessness and support young people across Northern Ireland.

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Support Worker in Newry – Colleen’s Reflections

Her three years in domiciliary care shaped Colleen’s person‑centred, relationship‑focused, and empathetic approach to support.

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Support Worker Mario – Shining a Light in Newry

From IT and petrochemicals to frontline homelessness support, Mario brings compassion to his role in Newry.

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Turning Lived Experience Into Life-Changing Support

From experiencing homelessness to supporting others on their journey, Pamela brings empathy and a genuine understanding to her role as a Support Worker in Larne.

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Community Support in Portadown

With over a decade of experience, Ciara guides young people through homelessness, offering practical support, stability, and a path toward independence.

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Inside the Role of a Housing Solutions Coordinator

When Melissa first walked through the doors of Simon Community, one couldn’t have imagined the impact she would go on to make over the next 14 years.

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