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  • Effects of Homelessness on Parksville Residents

    The sight of individuals living on the streets, struggling to find shelter and basic necessities, can Furthermore, the lack of weather shelters and warming stations in the city only exacerbates these feelings Without access to safe and warm shelters, individuals are left exposed to harsh weather conditions, posing Moreover, the absence of adequate shelters and support services not only contributes to the suffering organizations, and concerned citizens to come together to advocate for the establishment of more weather shelters

  • "I just want to feel human again"

    Now, she sleeps in a tattered sleeping bag behind a dumpster and other unsafe areas, her only shelter Shelters are absent, leaving people exposed to the elements and vulnerable to violence. The lack of shelter leaves citizens at the mercy of extreme heat in the summer , torrential rains in Solutions: There are no meaningful efforts to provide safe, stable housing or even temporary shelters Create shelters, expand healthcare access, prioritize recovery over addiction, and restore dignity to

  • Shadows in Parksville

    The rain pours down, a relentless theme, No shelter offered for those who dream, The community smiles neglect and decay that we leave behind, In Parksville's embrace, let kindness stir, For compassion is shelter

  • My Five TOP REASONS

    Lack of adequate shelter: Finding suitable shelter during wet slushy rain can be particularly challenging While hard snow may provide some insulation, wet slushy rain can quickly penetrate makeshift shelters As Many shelters CLOSE AND DON’T accommodate everyone seeking refuge from the rain, further exacerbating for the homeless population, including increased exposure to moisture, difficulty in finding adequate shelter

  • Effects of Turning Our Backs on the Poor

    back on the poor by failing to provide essential services such as warming stations and all-weather shelters **Emergence of Makeshift Shelters**: The lack of proper facilities often leads to the creation of makeshift shelters. **Decreased Property Values**: Areas with visible homelessness and makeshift shelters often see a dip **Reduction in Homelessness**: By offering shelter, cities can significantly lower the number of individuals

  • Answering the Call for Tarps

    Nikki Morton and Brian Boyes both saw Manna's recent appeal for heavy duty tarps, suitable for shelter "The tarps only provide shelter and some comfort, but it's nothing close to a solution.

  • Staying Dry While Providing Necessities

    Manna volunteers Raquel, left, and Jerrold, right) We're now able to keep dry on Wednesdays & Saturdays Shelter

  • Manna Volunteers Say Cases of ‘Street’ Feet Have Quadrupled Since Covid

    Sadly, the people of Oceanside without shelter from the cold and damp and adequate changes of socks and With the lack of an Extreme Weather Shelter in Oceanside or a place to seek refuge from the cold wet

  • Ensuring Safety and Well-Being for All Community Members

    Shelter and Housing: One of the primary responsibilities of the city management is to ensure that there are adequate shelter and housing options available for those who are homeless. This includes working with local organizations and service providers to provide emergency shelters, transitional addressing homelessness, there could be several negative outcomes: Increased Homelessness: Without adequate shelter

  • Winter Report 2016

    It has just been announced there will be no ALL weather shelter opening this winter, only an extreme weather shelter.

  • Bracing for Snow and Rain – October 24th, 2023

    An Extreme Weather Shelter in Oceanside is sorely needed!

  • Troubling Double Standard

    Firstly, the inability to provide adequate shelter and protection for humans facing extreme weather conditions It highlights issues such as inadequate affordable housing, insufficient emergency shelters, and gaps includes initiatives to enhance affordable housing options, establish sufficient and accessible emergency shelters

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