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During the first day of the FEANTSA Forum, we had the opportunity to present the Solace-CEE partnership at the session “Connecting Health and Homelessness.” FEANTSA presented its work on health and homelessness and made space for the Solace-CEE project, which addresses the strong need to connect healthcare and housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness. Within […]

Trauma-Informed Care (TAK) Like Never Before The DEDO Foundation organised the second year of the TIC TAK Conference, focusing on stabilisation as the initial step in trauma-informed work. The conference also featured a presentation on the Centre for Integrated Health and Social Services in Košice and its first experiences with stabilising people from vulnerable groups. TIC TAK […]

The successful implementation of the SOLACE-CEE project reaches a significant milestone through the formalization of a strategic partnership between Casa Ioana Association and the Romanian Red Cross – Sector 4 Bucharest Branch. This collaboration is specifically designed to address one of the most complex barriers faced by vulnerable populations: the lack of consistent access to […]

We are excited to share the initial data reflecting our efforts to provide holistic support: Mental Health & Personal Growth – Through 36 psychological sessions, we supported 11 individuals (avg. age 26). Our focus remained on adolescent development, self-esteem, and financial literacy—essential tools for navigating modern challenges and health-related transitions. Social Stability & Integration – In parallel, 23 social […]

Beyond case management lies the heart of social transformation. Discover how the SOLACE-CEE project at Casa Ioana empowers vulnerable individuals to reclaim their dignity and build a stable future through dedicated support and professional guidance At Casa Ioana Association, we believe that every individual deserves a foundation of safety and dignity. In the framework of […]

A crucial moment in the fight against homelessness in the EU This month, the topic of homelessness occupies a leading place on the European agenda. The European institutions have opened an important window of opportunity for the Union to translate its commitment to ending homelessness into concrete and sustainable action. European Call to Action On […]

From First Steps to a Sustainable Integrated Support Model A year ago, the SOLACE-CEE project was launched in Bulgariawith a focus on improving access to integrated health and social services for people living in insecure or inadequate homes. What did we accomplish in the first year? Analysis and preparation We started with a study of […]

The differences between psychotherapy and the Housing First model are evident in the very beginning of each approach’s support process. Psychotherapy focuses on mental, emotional, and relational difficulties, and its primary goal is inner change—deepening self-understanding, reducing suffering, and integrating experiences. The Housing First model begins from a different place: the lack of safe and […]