As colder temperatures persist around Richmond, people in need of a place to stay can turn to the city’s North Side for relief.
The Salvation Army Inclement Weather Shelter, located at 1900 Chamberlayne Ave., is currently open from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. daily through April 15.
The walk-up shelter is run by Salvation Army Central Virginia in partnership with the city of Richmond, and is the only shelter of its type sponsored by the city.
“This is a ministry of the Salvation Army, and I think it’s a ministry for everybody that’s involved,” said Stephen Batsche, executive director of program services for Salvation Army Central Virginia. “It’s important that we provide this service and this care and compassion throughout this cold weather season.”
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Adults 18 and older receive a cot, dinner, breakfast and restroom access during their stay. Daily Planet Health Services also comes in to conduct check-ins and fill prescriptions…