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Who we are

NOMAD began in 1989, driven by the determination and dedication of Jackie and Barrie. Jackie was a Sheffield single mum and Barrie was a single man experiencing homelessness. Both wanted to do something about the issues of homelessness that were prevalent in the city at that time. NOMAD started in Jackie’s maisonette in Pitsmoor, run completely by volunteers. Over recent years NOMAD has continued to flourish and develop, supporting more and more homeless people. Currently NOMAD and its two subsidiaries has approximately 295 bed spaces across more than 140 properties - some supported accommodation and some private rented properties.

Our culture and values

Mission.

To break the cycle of homelessness by empowering people to thrive in safe homes.

Primary Objectives.

1.       To unlock access to decent, affordable housing.

2.       To help people transition out of homelessness quickly and positively.

3.       To support people to develop the skills and resilience to avoid homelessness in the future.

4.       To be a sustainable organisation that supports people to make sustainable choices.

Secondary Objectives.

1.       To change perceptions surrounding homelessness.

2.       To holistically support people to develop their potential and enable them to achieve their goals.

3.       To be a positive, innovative and pro-active organisation within this sector.

Values.

Diverse, inclusive, respectful, supportive, encouraging, celebratory, inspiring, honest, transparent, empathetic, non-judgmental and solution focussed.

1.       We value and promote diversity both in our team and beyond. 

2.       We strive for inclusivity showing respect for all.

3.       We are supportive of eachother and of clients so that everybody has the opportunity to achieve. 

4.       We celebrate success, inspire creativity and encourage new ideas.

5.       We value and promote honesty and transparency in all our dealings. 

6.       We are empathetic towards others, tailoring our support to helping people in a way which is appropriate and effective for them. 

7.       We are non-judgmental in all dealings with clients, colleagues and partners.

8.       We work in a solution-focussed manner to ensure problems are solved in a way which prioritises the needs of the people involved.