preble street
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PublishedJuly 2, 2020
Pandemic leads Preble Street to plan new approach to helping the poor and homeless
The social service agency in Portland wants to eliminate some programs and convert its Resource Center into a 40-bed shelter. The Bayside neighborhood may not go for it.
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PublishedJune 30, 2020
Pandemic forces changes to Preble Street’s work with homeless
Preble Street will set up a 40-bed shelter, deliver meals instead of serving them and provide services through an outreach program.
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PublishedJune 7, 2020
Our View: We can’t go back to Maine’s ‘normal’ on homelessness
Nonprofit agencies and the state are trying to fix flaws in the shelter system that have been exposed by the coronavirus.
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PublishedApril 15, 2020
Commentary: Groups working together to ensure safety of people experiencing homelessness in Portland
Shelters have worked quickly to redefine themselves, setting aside spaces for people to isolate or quarantine.
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PublishedApril 7, 2020
Maine Voices: Portland falls short in stopping virus’ spread among homeless community
Now city officials are demonizing people without homes, rather than explaining why they didn't take expert advice to open more shelters earlier.
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PublishedApril 6, 2020
John T. Gorman Foundation gives $500K to local groups
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PublishedApril 1, 2020
Maine Voices: We’ve had to stop volunteering at Preble Street – please take our place
People at lower risk of COVID-19 are urged to consider donating their time to organizations that can't close their doors without abandoning the most vulnerable.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2020
USM’s Sullivan Gym to be converted to homeless shelter by next week
The gym on Falmouth Street in Portland will be open to men and women who need shelter and aren't showing symptoms of having COVID-19.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2020
Health precautions impact homeless community
Preble Street is now offering only take-out meals and Milestone Recovery has temporarily discontinued detoxification intake and 12-Step programs.
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