Davina's Ark

Davina's Ark A unique organisation dedicated to providing non-residential ‘after care’ services to individual

Inspired by the vision of Davina, a group of professional addiction counsellors resolved to set up a counselling service to aid and address the unmet needs of those in rehabilitation and their families. This gap as defined by Davina’s Ark is ‘that period during rehabilitation where people in addiction remain vulnerable, at risk of relapse and prone to self harm and even suicide’. Davina’s dream wa

s to create an organisation which would provide professional services to bridge this gap. It would provide a supported pathway to recovery which would equip individuals with skills and renewed confidence and thus restore them to a full, active and purposeful role in society. Following Davina’s untimely death in June 2011 her colleagues and friends established ‘Davina’s Ark Aftercare Addiction Services’ as a legacy to fulfil her vision. The service now based at 22 Kilmorey Street Newry and operated by professionally qualified counsellors and support staff provides a safe and confidential environment for people in addiction and their families. Recognising the far reaching ‘ripple effect’ of addiction on a community Davina’s Ark extends its services beyond individuals and families into the workplace and wider community where education and awareness play a major role in the recovery and rehabilitation process. Davina’s Ark offers hope and new opportunity to the many in our society who are afflicted and or affected by the curse of addiction. A shocking and sobering truth is that alcohol and drug misuse in our society is one of the biggest public health issues we have to address. There is not a single family in our society that isn’t somehow impacted by the negative effects of addiction. The Davina’s Ark initiative is both visionary and socially innovative, the brainchild of one who found herself in the depths of ‘The unforgiving nightmare of addiction’ but who through determination battled her way back to recovery and rehabilitation and resolved to create opportunity for other sufferers.

Davina's Ark are delighted and very grateful to receive a kind donation from McGuigan's Bar, Monaghan Street, Newry toda...
16/06/2026

Davina's Ark are delighted and very grateful to receive a kind donation from McGuigan's Bar, Monaghan Street, Newry today. They raised £350 in a recent event.
Thank you to Gerald and Anne and their customers for choosing our charity.
It is very much appreciated.

Davina's Ark are delighted to receive a cheque from Barry Bannon. Barry ran 10km for 100 days, rain or shine ending with...
16/06/2026

Davina's Ark are delighted to receive a cheque from Barry Bannon. Barry ran 10km for 100 days, rain or shine ending with the London Marathon, what an achievement! Raising much needed funds to help Davina's Ark. Well done Barry.
Barry can only be described as a Champion for Recovery, carrying the message that Recovery is possible, reaching out to all those individuals and families suffering from the crucible of Addiction and Psychological Trauma.
Bringing hope to all those impacted.
A massive thank you Barry from everyone at Davina's Ark.

Davina's Ark were delighted to attend the Bolster Community's 2026 Joining the Dots Networking Event at the Canal Court,...
15/06/2026

Davina's Ark were delighted to attend the Bolster Community's 2026 Joining the Dots Networking Event at the Canal Court, Newry on Thursday 11th June 2026.

What a powerful evening at Davina’s Ark!Last Friday evening we had the privilege of welcoming Rory Goss as our guest spe...
03/06/2026

What a powerful evening at Davina’s Ark!

Last Friday evening we had the privilege of welcoming Rory Goss as our guest speaker following the sharing of his story on Apple's global platform.

Rory spoke with honesty, courage and wisdom about how his life changed after losing 95% of his sight at just 16 years old and how he has continued to move forward with resilience, determination and hope.

One message that really stayed with us was when Rory said:
“Hope is powerful, but hope is not passive.”

He reminded us that hope is not simply waiting for things to get better. It is choosing to keep going, choosing to try another way, and choosing to believe that your story is not over just because one chapter has been painful.

Rory also shared:
“It hasn’t been the end of my story. It’s just been the start of a new chapter.”

His words connected deeply with the work of Davina’s Ark and with the journeys of so many people who are healing, rebuilding and learning to rediscover purpose again.

Rory’s message was simple but powerful:
Do not give up on yourself.
Keep showing up.
Keep doing the work.
Keep believing that change is possible.

A heartfelt thank you to Rory for sharing his story with such strength and honesty. Your courage, positivity and determination were an inspiration to everyone in the room.

Rosemary Rooney (CEO of Davina’s Ark ) was also delighted to attend the NI premiere of Rory’s video in the Sea Holly Gallery which is located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter in Belfast.

Watch Rory’s Apple Story here:
https://www.apple.com/uk/education/college-students/success-stories/goss/

What a brilliant day! We are truly grateful to be one of Newry City Runners chosen charities. A special thank you to all...
28/05/2026

What a brilliant day! We are truly grateful to be one of Newry City Runners chosen charities. A special thank you to all the organisers and participants on a fantastic event. Well done everyone.

Davina's Ark are delighted to be chosen as one of Newry City Runners charities. Well done to everyone who took part on w...
27/05/2026

Davina's Ark are delighted to be chosen as one of Newry City Runners charities. Well done to everyone who took part on what must have been a very challenging day.

Davina's Ark were pleased to attend the Student Health & Wellbeing During Exam Period at Newry SRC today.
07/05/2026

Davina's Ark were pleased to attend the Student Health & Wellbeing During Exam Period at Newry SRC today.

A wonderful piece on Barry Bannon's great effort at this years London Marathon in todays The Newry Reporter.
06/05/2026

A wonderful piece on Barry Bannon's great effort at this years London Marathon in todays The Newry Reporter.

We are delighted to see in todays The Newry Reporter a report of Davina's Ark new awareness film, 'Impacts of Co***ne'.
06/05/2026

We are delighted to see in todays The Newry Reporter a report of Davina's Ark new awareness film, 'Impacts of Co***ne'.

Well done Barry we are all very proud of you. Thank you for all the work you do for Davina's Ark.
01/05/2026

Well done Barry we are all very proud of you. Thank you for all the work you do for Davina's Ark.

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22 Kilmorey Street
Newry
BT342DE

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+442830279407

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