St. James opening 26 interim women-only shelter beds on Downtown Eastside
Vancouver – St. James Community Service Society is opening 26 interim women-only emergency shelter beds at 329 Powell Street beginning the week of Nov. 28, 2011.
Funded by the Province of BC, the new low-barrier beds will provide additional safe, secure space for women in the Downtown Eastside community. The shelter will be open 24/7 and provide meals as well as access to support services.
If members of the public care to help out, the shelter would greatly appreciate the following items:
Towels
Pajamas
Socks
Furniture for the outdoor deck – chairs, tables, etc.
New items are appreciated. Please call the development office at 604-606-0356 for more information.
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