Unhoused Denverites will see either a cut or an extension to the number of days they can stay at a shelter as the city responds to an influx of migrants arriving from the southern border.
DENVER – Unhoused people in Denver will see either a cut or an extension to the number of days they can stay at a city shelter as the Johnston administration responds to an “unprecedented increase” in the number of migrants arriving from Central and South America.
In Denver, that influx of migrants has more than doubled since mid-September, with nearly 300 people coming to the Mile High City each day on average, according to the latest figures provided by city officials Monday. That increase, they said, has also led to a doubling of the number of people staying at city shelters, which is now affecting shelter capacity and straining the number of staff available to respond to this crisis.
“With the arrival of cold weather on the horizon, Denver is calling on communities around the state to support the sheltering effort, and on nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and individuals to aid in the response by volunteering, joining the effort as a contract worker, and donating needed items such as clothing,” said a spokesperson for the Denver Department of Human Services in a news release Monday.
The city is asking that you do not just drive there and drop off donations at the main entrance. Instead, you’re asked to call to schedule your donations drop-off at 514-0643.Amid colliding crises, Mayor Johnston aims to give migrants access to work Colette Bordelon 9:57 PM, Sep 28, 2023 Want to donate your time ? The city is seeking short-term shelter assistants and will pay you $29 an hour for helping out. You can see the job postings here.
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