Update 10 a.m. July 18, 2018
From Debbie Ritter:
The latest update on the residents displaced by the fire at the Crossing Apartments:
Up to 30 residents are currently being sheltered in hotels for up to seven days until permanent solutions can be arranged. Each family is being served by a Human Services case manager to meet their needs with meals, medications and medical assistance as needed.
Work is ongoing to restore as many units as possible for residents to return home. Permanent housing is being found for those whose homes were destroyed.
The City will be establishing a “one-stop” Disaster Recovery Center to connect residents with non-profit and government agencies that may be able to assist them.
At this time, Emergency Management is coordinating with non-profits agencies to provide for essential needs. Material donations are not being accepted at this time.
If you feel moved to donate you might want to check some of the resources on the ABBA List. The Great Exchange at the Bridge Church has provided needed clothing and the Great Bridge Baptist Church Cupboards For Christ food pantry has provided food. Both may need donations to help with their efforts.
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Helping Others Out Daily (HOOD) is asking for help. Some of you may have seen that there was a fire yesterday morning at a senior living community. Approximately 135 people lost everything and are sheltered in the gymnasium of Indian River High School in Chesapeake.
HOOD. is collecting clothing, non perishable food, hygiene items, and monetary donations to assist residents at this time. We are also encouraging local business, churches, and other organizations to please assist anyway they can with resources and programs. If you can donate please contact Miranda Rountree or Megan RealTalk Harper.
According to Debbie Ritter, city councilwoman, “up to 30 residents are currently being sheltered in hotels for up to seven days until permanent solutions can be arranged. Each family is being served by a Human Services case manager to meet their needs with meals, medications and medical assistance as needed.
Work is ongoing to restore as many units as possible for residents to return home. Permanent housing is being found for those whose homes were destroyed.
The City will be establishing a “one-stop” Disaster Recovery Center to connect residents with non-profit and government agencies that may be able to assist them.
At this time, Emergency Management is coordinating with non-profits agencies to provide for essential needs. Material donations are not being accepted at this time.”