Salvation Army of Abilene continues to make sure the homeless population has access to the COVID-19 vaccine
The Salvation Army of Abilene is continuing to provide transportation, education and many other resources to make sure those who are homeless get what they need. Author: Kami Simmons Updated: 1:35 PM CST March 11, 2021
ABILENE, Texas The Salvation Army of Abilene is continuing its efforts to educate and be a resource to the homeless population who may need to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Organizations such as the Salvation Army of Abilene are continuing to make sure they put in safety measures to continue to make sure staff members and shelter residents continue to be safe - including installing Plexiglas, enforcing the wearing of masks, and maintaining a three-foot rule between beds.
By a unanimous vote, the San Angelo city council has agreed to a rental assistance program which will help those hurt by the continuing pandemic. This will utilize using state funds to provide the rental assistance.
SAN ANGELO Freezing temperatures in the Concho Valley have once again activated a program to help San Angelo s homeless population escape potentially deadly weather.
The Concho Valley Homeless Planning Coalition has initiated the “Out of the Cold” program, which provides shelter to those experiencing homelessness when the nighttime temperature is expected to reach 35 degrees by 5 a.m., according to a city news release.
“On cold days like today, where temperatures drop well below 35 degrees we typically house between 18-25 people each night,” said Major Darvin Carpenter with The Salvation Army. “More than 20 individuals currently experiencing homelessness slept in a warm, safe place last night thanks to the Out of the Cold program. Several of these folks came to The Salvation Army during the day yesterday seeking shelter and a meal, and our social services director actually walked across to an area where several of our homeless clients typically spend their days and