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Corr, Caroline (2003) A step in the right direction: an evaluation of the Fáiltiú information and advice service. In: Pieces of the jigsaw: six reports addressing homelessness and drug use in Ireland. Dublin: Merchants Quay Ireland , 233 - 298.

Corr, Caroline (2003) Engaging the hard-to-reach: an evaluation of an outreach service. In: Pieces of the jigsaw: six reports addressing homelessness and drug use in Ireland. Dublin: Merchants Quay Ireland , 141 - 199.

News

[Irish Examiner] , O'Keeffe, Cormac Outreach drug project in Dublin looks to expand to Limerick. (11 May 2022)

[Irish Examiner] , O'Keeffe, Cormac Future of outreach drug project secured as it joins youth group. (28 Apr 2022)