Novas is a voluntary organisation and Approved Housing Body working with families and single adults who are disadvantaged and socially excluded; primarily those who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. We provide a range of services and accommodation for marginalised households throughout Ireland. We offer bespoke, client-centred services, based on empirical evidence of more than 20 years experience of working with people who are homeless in Ireland. We believe everyone is entitled to a home.

Vision Statement: To provide lasting solutions to homelessness.

Mission Statement: Novas promotes social inclusion through Housing, Health, Recovery.

Our Core Objectives Are:

• To provide homes to people who are homeless.
• To support homeless people to have better health outcomes through interventions in drug use, mental health and disabilities.
• To provide recovery pathways for homeless people with enduring mental health issues.
• To empower and promote the independence of those who use our services.
• To treat all out clients with dignity and respect.
• To provide client-centred services, rooted in evidence, quality and good practice.
• To advocate on behalf of people who are homeless, at risk of being homeless, entrenched in addiction or those experiencing social marginalisation through a strengths-based approach.

Novas’ Core Values Are:

• Equality
• Diversity
• Dignity
• Strengths-based
• Rights-based