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Update on Amherst's Community Hub Supporting Homeless People

Gamble to support people experiencing homelessness pays off for town of Amherst

A community hub, including an emergency shelter, with regular meals and six supportive housing units is set to open in Amherst, N.S. early next month. It was a project that was discussed for years, but made a reality when the town’s council ponied up $100,000 to create a new position.

This is an excerpt from a story by CHMA - read the full story here: https://www.chmafm.com/welcome/gamble-to-support-people-experiencing-homelessness-pays-off-for-town-of-amherst/