Depaul has launched an urgent appeal to support children and adults waking up in emergency homeless accommodation this Christmas.
The cross-border charity is urging people to keep them in mind as they plan for the festive season ahead.
The charity says for the cost of a Christmas card, around €3.50, they can provide a traditional Christmas dinner.
Bernadette Donaghey, a Programme Group Manager, says some families have had a longer stay at Depaul than expected:
