Rosie Aherne

Elena’s* journey began under incredibly difficult circumstances. She grew up in an abusive family, where she was abused by her brother, leading authorities to appoint the High Court as her legal guardian to ensure her safety. She spent her childhood in boarding school until she turned 18. At that point, Elena entered into an abusive … Read more

Amy found herself overwhelmed. She was living in a flat that was too small, contained mould, and frequently had leaks caused by the property above, while also navigating the challenges of being a new mother to a premature baby. Caring for her newborn, alongside her cat and dog, and dealing with her housing situation left … Read more

When ex-offenders are released from prison, they often face the harsh reality of having no place to call home, which can lead to homelessness. This greatly increases their chances of re-offending and going back to prison. Finding permanent housing remains a challenge as landlords are often hesitant to rent to those recently released from prison. … Read more