Temporary relief is on the way for some of Austin's more than 5,000 homeless residents after City Council voted to reopen the Salvation Army's downtown shelter beginning July 1.
it was a hit to the city’s already strained resources. There are more than 5,000 people experiencing homelessness in Austin, and just under 1,000 shelter beds, which are mostly occupied, Dianna Grey, Austin's homeless strategy officer, said.in May, but the city can lease the building for a year to extend much-needed services and shelter.
The ARCH provides housing-focused shelter and basic needs services to men age 18 and older. The program focuses on helping residents transition into permanent, stable housing. The shelter can house up to 130 people.
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