New grant to help Toledo Homelessness Board tackle issues worsened by pandemic
During the pandemic, shelters had to decrease capacity in order to stay safe, while, at the same time, the need for their services was increasing. Author: Michael Tatar (WTOL) Updated: 11:26 PM EST January 31, 2021
TOLEDO, Ohio A new grant is addressing the homelessness issue in Toledo.
The Toledo Lucas County Homelessness Board received the new Risk Mitigation grant from the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio. Board leaders say it will help with longstanding issues that were only worsened by the pandemic.
Walking in downtown Toledo or across the city, those without a home still roam the streets even in the dead of winter. Board executive director Rachel Gagnon says 2020 caused major issues. Shelters needed to decrease capacity in order to stay safe, while, at the same time, the need for their services increased.