17 Feb 2025
News // February 2025
“My name is Salatiel, and by the grace of God, I’ve been clean for…
VISION & VALUES
Addiction affects 1 in 5 people worldwide, creating a ripple effect that reaches far beyond the individual. Financially, its cost surpasses AIDS by more than five times and cancer by double. These staggering numbers reflect not just statistics but deeply personal, multigenerational stories of pain and loss.
At Novō Communities, we are committed to breaking the cycle. We bring freedom to individuals, peace to families, and hope to communities by empowering local teams to build recovery communities that transform lives.
Our work is guided by five core values:
- Integrity
- Empowerment
- Respect
- Excellence
- Community
We believe that by offering compassionate, holistic care based on Christian values we can transform lives and restore hope.
About usFinding Freedom
Discover how Novō Communities empowers individuals on their journey to freedom from addiction. Hear from Novō residents and staff as they share their personal experiences of healing and transformation.
Novō Padrinos
In Latino culture, Padrino (Godparent in English) is much more than a honorific title. Padrinos are involved in the lives of their godchildren in meaningful ways. Padrinos empower the next generation by sharing encouragement, advice, and practical help.
By supporting Novō financially, you become a Novō Padrino. Novō depends on the generous support of individuals, churches, foundations, and businesses who give our residents the opportunity to find freedom from addiction and new life in Christ.
Become a Novō PadrinoNovō Bolivia
"Novō’s journey began in November 2016 with the opening of our first residential community in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Since then, our work has flourished under local leadership, making a measurable impact and serving as a place of equipping and encouragement for recovery workers from around the world.
In 2021, the United Nations Office on Drugs & Crime (UNODC) recognized Novō as a centre of excellence and a model recovery community.
Bolivia is a country of remarkable beauty, vibrant people, and extraordinary diversity—both natural and cultural. However, it is also one of the poorest nations in Latin America and one of the most unequal countries globally. Bolivia is home to some of the world’s largest coca leaf cultivation areas, the raw material for cocaine and crack, making it a central hub for drug production.
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News // September 2024
Hello, I'm Brandon, a recovering addict. I want to tell you my story...
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There are many ways to support Novō and the individuals, families and communities we serve. You can pray with us, donate to Novō’s work, engage your church, and use our resources to spread awareness and and help us to bring new life, peace and hope to people gripped by addiction.
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Engage my Church
We’re always looking for new church families to connect with and to pray for us. We can supply you with resources, ideas, and prayers to connect your church with Novō, or come and visit ourselves!