Because of our experience in the setting up and management of previous major housing projects in Dublin, and the setting up of Sophia Housing Association, we saw the need to support other associations in the difficult initial period in the setting up of new projects. Sophia Consultancy will draw on the expertise of our personnel to aid and assist managers and project leaders. We also aim to assist existing housing projects to review and update their management policy and procedures.

Jean Quinn D.W.

Jean was a nurse and counsellor before taking up employment with Focus Ireland where she worked for eleven years. She is an advocate of Transitional Housing in Ireland and has extensive practical experience in this area. She studied Housing Management with the Irish Council for Social Housing. She is also a Director of the Sophia Housing Association.

Eamonn Martin

Eamonn is Co-Director with Jean Quinn of Sophia Housing Association and has extensive experience in the setting up and management of social housing projects. He has worked for ten years with Focus Ireland in their projects in Stanhope Green and George’s Hill.

Consultancy Services

Sophia Consultancy will provide an audit of policy and procedures which will include the following:

- Day to Day Management

- Reporting Procedures

- Visitors

- Upkeep, Furnishings etc.

- Fire Procedure / Safety Statement

- Links with Outside Agencies

- Mission Statement

- Admissions – Assessment and Referrals

- Interviewing

- Waiting Lists

- Licence / Tenancy Agreement

- Rent Charges

- Confidentiality and Files

- Complaints and Grievances

- Evictions

- Tenant Responsibility Management Responsibility

- Advocacy

- Support – Individual and Group Work Sessions

To make an enquiry about these consultancy services, please use the contact page on this site to contact either Jean or Eamonn and mark “Consultancy” in the subject line of your e-mail.