"I don't like the shelters, they're too dangerous. You get robbed and beaten."
"I think it's an example of how homelessness can take a back seat to other issues. The city has to do more to prioritize the needs of people who are not housed."
A drop-in centre for senior men provides daytime shelter and services, and many clients rely on warming centres or 24/7 winter respite centres overnight. The Better Living Centre will close on March 15, a month earlier than other sites because of a prior agreement with FIFA World Cup organizers. Hundreds of people who use the BLC face uncertainty about where to go after the early closure amid a particularly cold winter and overwhelmed shelters. The city added shelter spaces and extra supports; community organizations extended hours, increased food and clothing distribution, and partnered with hospitals for overnight outpatient spaces. Concerns remain about capacity and the quality of care at temporary winter shelters.
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