THE DALLES — Mid-Columbia Community Action Council (MCCAC)is opening a monthly drop-in center for houseless community members at MCCAC’s The Gloria Center, 2505 W. Seventh St.
The drop-in center will open the last Friday of each month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., beginning Friday, Jan. 30.
The drop-in center will provide essential services and support to community members experiencing houselessness in a welcoming, dignified environment. Services available include a hot meal, showers, laundry services, basic needs supplies, and connections to additional community resources. More details can be found on the Drop-In Center & Severe Weather Resources page of the MCCAC website.
“We’re excited to create this monthly opportunity for community members to access critical services in one location,” said Liz Leon, MCCAC regional shelter manager. “The drop-in center is designed to meet immediate needs while also connecting people with longer-term resources and support. We want everyone who walks through our doors to feel welcomed and supported.”
The drop-in center is part of MCCAC’s ongoing commitment to serving the most vulnerable members of our community. By offering these services on a regular monthly schedule, MCCAC aims to provide consistent support and build trust with houseless community members throughout the region.
In late December, MCCAC hosted our first drop-in center. Based on the success of that first drop-in center, the MCCAC team decided to make this a monthly event to meet the ongoing community need.
Thirteen community members accessed the first drop-in center, with many requesting that this be a consistent program.
MCCAC is committed to keeping the drop-in center a low barrier service. Participants aren’t required to go through any sort of intake process to utilize the service. Community members interested in volunteering, donating supplies, or making a financial contribution to support the drop-in center can reach out to MCCAC at info@mccac.com.
For more information about MCCAC’s services and programs, visit www.mccac.com or follow MCCAC on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mccactd.
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