Cranbrook’s new homeless shelter is officially open, providing 40 beds to residents in need.
The Step Beyond Shelter will provide a bed, showers and food for people experiencing homelessness and connect them with additional supports.
Staff will also try connect clients to other housing options.
“We do have a policy where if you do turn down housing that we helped you find on two occasions then you won’t be eligible to access a bed here,” said Community Connections Society executive director Nancy Reid.
Residents will also be able to partake in a number of programming like physical activity, arts pursuits, one to one supports and group supports.
The shelter will have a full rotation of approximately 25 staff members.
The shelter is funded by BC Housing and run by the Cranbrook Community Connections Society.
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