Mary’s Mercy Center, a shelter in San Bernardino, California, may have to close its doors after losing federal funding. The center provides crucial services for women facing domestic violence and substance abuse, including food, clothing, and transitional living facilities for displaced individuals and families.
The loss of funding has put the future of the shelter in jeopardy, leaving many women and children who rely on its services uncertain about their next steps. One mother, who wished to remain anonymous, shared her concerns, saying, “I knew I had to force myself to leave, for my children and I, for our safety.”
Mary’s Mercy Center has been a vital resource in the community, offering a safe haven for those in need. The potential closure highlights the challenges faced by shelters that depend on federal support to continue their operations.
As the center seeks alternative funding sources, the community is urged to support its efforts to keep the shelter open and continue providing essential services to those in need.
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