New art therapy studio launched by Limerick-based housing charity

AN ART therapy studio was launched by Novas Ireland and Cook Medical in Limerick. 

Funds were raised by employees of the medical device company to build and renovate the studio for the charity which tends to people with intellectual, physical and sensory disabilities who are experiencing homelessness.

Speaking at the launch, CEO of Novas, Úna Deasy, said: “We are absolutely delighted with the art studio. Art has always been important to our residents and now they have a dedicated space that is easily accessible and will really enrich their experience here."

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“We are so grateful to Cook Medical for making this new studio a reality. Without their support for the last four years, it would not have been possible. As well as donating the money to purchase and renovate this studio, they have been personally invested in the project and have made the process so collaborative,” she added.

Also at the launch was Mayor of Limerick, Francis Foley, who officially opened the studio alongside Úna and executive vice president for EMEA and managing director of Cook Medical Europe, Bill Doherty.

“We’re so glad to see the results of our partnership with Novas coming to life. I would like to thank our employees and the staff at Novas for their passion and dedication in making this partnership so successful. We hope the art space will be enjoyed by the residents of Brother Russell House for years to come,” Bill explained.