State Rep. Sharon Ray | The Ohio House of Representatives
State Rep. Sharon Ray | The Ohio House of Representatives
State Representative Sharon Ray has announced that the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority (MHA) will receive a $600,000 grant to support a new emergency housing shelter in Medina County. The funding comes from the Ohio Housing Trust Fund Special Projects Grant Program, which is managed by the Ohio Department of Development.
“This shelter is the first of its kind in Medina County,” said Ray. “It is intentionally designed to help people in crisis by providing them resources and a safe space as they work to get back on their feet. I am overjoyed to hear the MHA has received funding to support this effort! This project has been the result of collaboration between Medina County’s Churches, Social Service Agencies and elected officials - under the Leadership of Skip Sipos of the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. This 'safety net' for our most vulnerable residents will fill a void that has existed for years.”
The new facility, named Next Step Up, aims to serve men, women, children, and guests' pets. It will include amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities, and computer stations.
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