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Drogheda Homeless AidBecome a volunteer
We need volunteers for fundraising events from our flag days to our annual sleep out. If you would like to help out…
Job Opportunity
Administrator / PA (Part-Time)
Drogheda Homeless Aid requires a clerical administrator to support the manager in the continuous improvement in a range of areas to include:
- Filling to include maintaining all personnel files and data and ensuring these are up-to-date and in compliance Employment Legislation and data protection/GDPR.
- Support the manager in preparation for meetings and in compilation of reports for the DHA board and sub-committees and for external regulatory bodies.
Applicants must be proficient in MS Office, have experience in event planning and organisation and at least two years’ experience in similar office role.
To apply please send cover letter and CV to maureen.ward@dha.ie by 5pm, Wed 30th Jan 2019
Full Job description available on request - Contact 041 9834492
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I NEED HELP!
If you need a bed tonight or know someone who is experiencing homelessness or who is at risk of becoming homeless, the first thing you will need to do is contact the relevant Local Authority in order to be eligible for homeless services. Louth County Council Homeless Services can be contacted on 087 418 6000 or 1890 202 303.
Our Projects & Services
We aim to restore dignity and hope by providing care, support and shelter for homeless men, encouraging self-development, independent living and resettlement.
Emergency Accommodation
Our hostel in no 35 North Strand provides temporary emergency accommodation for 25 men at any one time.
Resettlement & Tenancy Sustainment
Our resettlement team adopt a flexible person centred approach to preparing homeless individuals for independent accommodation and supporting them in the community once resettled.
Advocacy
Our advocacy service is available to any individuals who find themselves homeless or at risk of homelessness to defend and safeguard their rights and have their voices heard.
Housing
Drogheda Homeless Aid is an approved housing body managing three long-term and two transitional properties put to purpose for people exiting homelessness.
About Us
Drogheda Homeless Aid was set up in 1982 by Sr. Cait Fitzgerald to cater for the growing number of homeless people in our community, and since then has provided accommodation, care and support for over 4,000 homeless people, many of whom have resettled into our community and are living independent fulfilled lives.
The hostel at 35, North Strand was officially opened in September 2000 by Minister Dermot Ahern, and was funded by the Department of the Environment and Local Government under the Capital Assistance Scheme.
Drogheda Homeless Aid caters for 25 residents at any one time with 140 men typically staying in the hostel in a typical twelve-month period.
Drogheda Homeless Aid is also a housing association with three long term houses and two transitional houses
Our Funders
Recent News
Find our latest news here
Drogheda Homeless Aid Sleep Out 2018
21st November 2018 @ 2:15 PMAt this time of year, as the weather hardens, our thoughts turn even more than usual to the plight of the homeless and rough sleepers in our community and how they are coping.
Drogheda Homeless Aid Buys Three New Houses
26th September 2018 @ 3:52 PM€600K investment to provide more affordable accommodation Drogheda Homeless Aid (DHA) has acquired three new houses to add to its stock of transitional and long-term housing.
Chamber President backs Homeless Aid Sleep Out
18th July 2018 @ 2:30 PMThe annual Sleep Out is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for Drogheda Homeless Aid and this year in particular with homelessness consistently making the headlines the organisers are hoping for huge support.