Older People Living Alone in Ireland Statistics 2026: 44% of People Aged 85+ in Private Households Lived Alone in Census 2022
Last updated August 2026 · 11-minute read · Human written and fact checked against each named source. Living alone is a normal and positive choice for many older people, but it also affects how Ireland plans housing, income supports, digital services and practical help at home. The figures matter because both the number of older…
Falls Among Older People in Ireland Statistics 2026: Almost One in Three Adults Aged 70+ Reported a Fall
Last updated 19 August 2026 · 12-minute read · Human written and fact checked against each named source. Falls are a substantial health and independence issue for older people in Ireland. Recent national research shows that they affect far more people than hospital figures alone can capture, while Ireland’s growing older population means that demand…