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QUIZ: How Ready Is Your Home For Christmas?
Have you the presents wrapped and the tree put up yet?
NOW THAT THE watershed of December 1st is well and truly behind us and it’s just over two weeks until the big day, getting your home ready in time for Christmas can feel like a panic.
With decorations still to be put up, presents to be wrapped away from small, prying eyes and the big shop yet to be done, it can feel like there’s not enough time to get everything ready.
So, how ready is your home for Christmas 2017? Find out in our quiz below.
1. Does your home have a roof?
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2. Does your home have four walls?
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3. Does your home have a front door?
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4. Do you feel safe in your home?
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You're one of the lucky ones.
Over 8,000 people in Ireland are not fortunate enough to have a safe, warm home to call their own this Christmas. Over 1,400 families are living in emergency accommodation, an increase of 24% in the last year. Help those less fortunate this Christmas by donating to Simon today (link below).
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If you don't have shelter this Christmas, Simon can help.
Over 8,000 people in Ireland are not lucky enough to have a safe, warm home to call their own this Christmas. Over 1,400 families are living in emergency accommodation, an increase of 24% in the last year. If you are currently experiencing homelessness and would need support for you or your family, then please contact the Dublin Simon Community by emailing: inforequest@dubsimon.ie.
Recent figures show a record total of more than 8,492 people homeless in Ireland, including 3,194 children – meaning nearly 1 in 3 people experiencing homelessness is a child. Last year alone, Dublin Simon Community increased their work by 30%, giving a helping hand to 5,100 individuals and families during the toughest of times. You can help them reach thousands of people in need this Christmas by donating here.