For those on the state family shelter waitlist, options are limited
In November, Gov. Maura Healey announced that the state family shelter system had reached capacity and instituted a waiting list. There are currently three state run overflow shelter sites in operation, which aim to provide temporary shelter to those waiting. Advocates say, it's not nearly enough.
The Common · WBUR
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In November, Gov. Maura Healey announced that the state family shelter system had reached capacity and instituted a waitlist. There are currently three state-run overflow shelter sites in operation, which aim to provide temporary shelter to those waiting. Advocates say, it's not nearly enough.
Today, WBUR Senior Health and Science Reporter Gabrielle Emanuel joins The Common with an update on the state's at-capacity family shelter system and efforts to support families waiting for shelter.
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