Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie is scheduled to speak during a ribbon-cutting cermony for the Homeless Resource Center Tuesday. Photo courtesy of Joppa
The grand opening of a new center for individuals experiencing homelessness opens in Des Moines today.
Why it matters: Joppa's Homeless Resource Center will provide multiple services in one location, making it easier for advocates to coordinate efforts across the metro.
- About 600 people are homeless in Polk County on any given day, according to the Institute for Community Alliances.
Driving the news: Joppa is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30am today at the Des Moines center, 2326 Euclid Ave.
Details: The center will provide food, free survival supplies, bathroom facilities and a physical mailing address for individuals in need.
- A full-time case manager will help link people with assistance and resources.
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