From crisis to independence,
one person at a time
We work with people whose lives have been taken over by addiction, homelessness, or both. We run sites across Ireland including residential rehabilitation centres, supported housing, education services, a frontline homeless café in Dublin, social enterprise, youth services, & family support.
Our Mission
To provide individuals with effective and comprehensive solutions to life-controlling problems. We operate under a Christian ethos, endeavouring to help people become psychologically well, socially adjusted, physically healthy, and spiritually alive.
Our Model Of Care
Ireland has 17,000+ people homeless. Addiction affects 1 in 3 families. Most programmes treat one symptom. Tiglin treats the whole person.
Biological
Supporting individuals physical health though healthcare, nutrition, fitness classes, gym, sports facilities and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle
Psychological
Supporting mental health and well-being through services such as counselling, psychotherapy, therapeutic groups, hydrotherapy, breathwork and promotion of self care.
Social
Improving social health through housing support, advocacy, family support, educational opportunities, work experience, mentorship, coaching and reintegration.
Spiritual
Supporting spiritual health though chaplaincy services, prayer, meditation and recovery groups.
Our Values

Compassion
Operating from a Christian ethos, Tiglin strives to help the whole person. We do not only provide a service; we see caring for people as our vocation.
Dignity
Coming into our services, your background doesn't matter, your nationality doesn't matter, your race doesn't matter, your religion doesn't matter, your civil status (single, married, divorced) doesn’t matter. All individuals that access our services are treated with respect and equality.
Integrity
As a non-profit organisation, working towards creating social impact - we operate from a position of utmost integrity. This is reflected in our services and is expected of all our team members.
Empowerment
The key part of our ethos is the personal empowerment we invest into each individual, whether a person in our care or a team member. We believe that empowerment and opportunity allow the individual to reach their potential.
Transparency
We put a tremendous value on good governance and management. We fully adhere to the national standards of Safer, Better, Healthcare Standards and are accountable to the public, service users and those who fund us.
Excellence
All our services are operated with a spirit of excellence that exists throughout the entire organisation. Our team have a vocational calling to help those in need.
Respect
Within all our services we endeavour to foster a positive and supportive environment for both service users and care providers. Mutual respect forms the foundation of effective communication, trust, and dignity in all interactions.
Our Centres
Your questions, answered with honesty
How can I donate to support Tiglin?
You can donate securely on this website by card or bank transfer. €10 covers a hot meal at the Lighthouse café. €55 covers an hour of counselling. €100 helps close funding gap & open the door to a new life in recovery.
Where does my donation go?
Donations fund frontline work directly: residential addiction recovery, supported housing, the Lighthouse café, family counselling, and education through our SETU partnership. We publish full figures every year in our annual report.
Can I volunteer with Tiglin?
Yes. We rely on volunteers across our centres, the Lighthouse café, events and fundraising. You can register interest through our contact page and we will match you to where you are needed.
How do I ensure the programs are effective?
Our LIFE.RESTORED research report tracked five years of outcomes and was launched by the Taoiseach in 2024. That year, we delivered 38,232 treatment sessions and supported 220 people in housing. We publish results in our annual report each year.
Can I support a specific project of Tiglin's work?
Yes. You can choose to direct your donation toward addiction recovery, housing, the Lighthouse café, or family support. Contact us and we will set that up.
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