The charity ALONE has launched its Christmas campaign supporting older people over the festive season.
The group hope to provide up to 2 thousand Christmas dinners through its network of volunteers and partners nationwide.
9 thousand ALONE volunteers have been a main source of support to the elderly this year, with the organisation urging people to call in and visit the older people in their lives over the holiday period.
CEO of ALONE, Sean Moynihan, says it can be a lonely and difficult time for the elderly.