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SOLACE-CEE Project – Healing Beyond Consultations In the SOLACE-CEE project, psychological support is much more than a clinical appointment—it is a journey of accompaniment rooted in safety, dignity, and respect. For those facing homelessness, the path to recovery requires more than just medical care; it requires a space where they can feel human again. Our psychological intervention focuses entirely […]

In October last year, the team from the Housing First Poland Foundation (FNMP) decided to take part in the 15th Masovia Development Forum – European Funds Forum, a national event that provided an opportunity to build new partnerships and present the foundation’s work in supporting people experiencing homelessness to the wider audience. The event attracted […]

In our work in Housing First Poland Foundation, Housing First Values are signposts for supportive work with people in the homelessness crisis. They can be followed regardless of the kind of institution, service or program. It is easiest to work according to them if the entire program/service is organized as Housing First Program, because the […]

Special Prize for Peer-Led Digital Support Our colleague Ferenc Mihály Dér won an award in the ONE Foundation competition for further developing our Digital Tool Rental pilot program launched within the framework of the SOLACE-CEE program. The program of our experienced expert team, which involves homeless people helping their peers in digital administration and online […]

The SOLACE-CEE program was launched a year ago, which helps homeless people with complex innovative health services. In the past year, an oral cancer screening program, a telemedicine program, a telepsychiatry program have been launched within the framework of the international program, and a digital device rental service also helps homeless people. The health programs […]

It has been three months since the HUB of Integrated Health and Social care opened in Košice. During this time, the center’s services have gradually taken off, and new clients have started visiting the center regularly. The first data from the GP´ s Office offer not only an overview of the numbers but also valuable […]

On December 10th, Casa Ioana Association organized the 12th edition of its annual Christmas Soup Kitchen, an event that has evolved from a traditional meal distribution into a critical platform for social awareness. While providing hot meals, food parcels, and warm clothing to over 250 individuals experiencing homelessness or extreme poverty, this year’s mission carried an even deeper objective: proactive […]

Meet Our New Team Member: Adriana Zdrentu, Psychologist Adriana Zdrentu has joined the Casa Ioana team as the new psychologist. With over 7 years of experience in the social sector, she has primarily focused on supporting children from disadvantaged families together with their parents. Her professional journey includes five years working within the NGO sector, followed by two […]