# Emergency housing initiative in Beja, Portugal

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/emergency-housing-initiative-in-beja-portugal
> Updated: 2026-10-26T17:51:30.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Associação ESTAR, a social solidarity institution in Beja, is launching ‘Projeto VIVER’, a 36-month initiative to provide emergency housing and social support for homeless individuals. Approved by the Alentejo 2030 Regional Program Steering Committee, the project is scheduled to run from November 2026 to December 2029.

The project involves a total investment of over 610,000 euros, with approximately 85% of the costs covered by the European Social Fund Plus. The initiative will establish the REDE (Residência de Emergência e Desenvolvimento) to offer temporary housing alongside technical and social support.

To address the shortage of emergency accommodation in the district, multidisciplinary teams will implement individualized intervention plans. According to Estar president Madalena Palma, the project aims to provide dignified care and support autonomy for those in need, aligning with the National Strategy for the Integration of People in Homeless Situations (ENIPSSA).

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Beja to launch emergency housing for homeless population

The association Estar will launch the ‘Viver’ project in Beja, Portugal, this November, providing emergency housing and multidisciplinary support for the homeless through 2029.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/beja-to-launch-emergency-housing-for-homeless-population

### 2026-10-23: Associação ESTAR secures funding for emergency housing in Beja

Associação ESTAR will launch ‘Projeto VIVER’ in Beja, using over 519,000 euros in EU funding to create emergency housing and support services for homeless individuals between 2026 and 2029.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/associao-estar-secures-funding-for-emergency-housing-in-beja

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