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Beja to get emergency accommodation and support for the homeless

The Estar association announced that the Beja district will launch a structured emergency support and housing service for the homeless starting in November, backed by the Alentejo 2030 regional programme with over 610,000 euros in funding. The three-year 'Viver' project, 85% co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus, will introduce multidisciplinary teams and create an Emergency and Development Residence (REDE) to provide temporary shelter and social support.

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If you live in or around Beja, a new emergency shelter and support service for the homeless is set to open in November 2026 to address a long-standing gap in the district.

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