REAP Lodges Closing

We received word today from REAP that the Lodges shelter is closing iminently.  

From REAP's email to Liz Kissell, Connie Bookman, and Allison Patton:

"Ladies: I wanted to make you aware of some imminent changes in the REAP program: we are in the process of closing down the Lodges Emergency Shelter as quickly as possible. We expect to be able to relocate all of the women and children presently residing at The Lodges to other REAP facilities, with the majority moving to the Max-Well Respite Center during the next week. While this is disappointing to the REAP team, we have determined that the continued operation at The Lodges can only be accomplished with additional sources of revenue other than that received over the past 27 months of operation. REAP has been unsuccessful in solidifying this needed funding. REAP team members and its Board of Directors remain committed to our mission of addressing the needs of marginalized, less fortunate individuals and those returning from incarceration, helping them to become self-sufficient and productive citizens and neighbors. We will continue our work in this regard. 

Vinnie Whibbs"