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May 13, 2021

Dozens Of Men Are Living In A Ward 2 Shelter That Was Supposed To Close For Repairs

Patricia Handy Place for Women was meant to begin a large-scale and much needed renovation. Now, the city is using it to house about 100 men.

Oct 29, 2020

After Years Of Maintenance Issues, Ward 2 Homeless Shelter To Close For Renovations

Before the pandemic, the shelter normally served more than 200 women every night.

 
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