Council unanimous in call for homeless shelter
SARAH WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER In an effort to combat growing homelessness in the County, Council has unanimously agreed to build a shelter for those in need of housing. Following an…
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Council receives homelessness study from PELASS
SARAH WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER A homelessness study by the regional social services group indicates there could be as many as 225 people or more in Prince Edward County unsure of…
Demand for child special needs resources from PELASS runs higher in PEC
OLIVIA TIMM FOR THE GAZETTE A Prince Edward County Councillor is wondering why despite only having a small portion of the array of children in the Prince Edward and Lennox…
PELASS gathers input on renewed five-year plan for housing and homelessness
Stakeholder agencies collaborate at pair of visioning sessions ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER Prince Edward-Lennox and Addington Social Services (PELASS) is striking while the iron is hot. With homelessness and the…
Walter Burt postpones retirement to serve as PELASS acting director
Social worker found his calling through ministry and maintained a real love for the people he serves ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER A familiar face will take the reins of control…