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Massachusetts Hotel Shelters Closing, 7,000 Families at Risk

7/2/2025

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Story summary

Massachusetts is set to close almost all hotel shelters as the funding for the HomeBASE rental subsidy program dries up. Housing advocates are sounding the alarm, fearing that over 7,000 families may face eviction. Stricter eligibility rules and capped shelter numbers have been introduced, leaving many vulnerable, especially migrant families in need of support.

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Story summary

Massachusetts is set to close almost all hotel shelters as the funding for the HomeBASE rental subsidy program dries up. Housing advocates are sounding the alarm, fearing that over 7,000 families may face eviction. Stricter eligibility rules and capped shelter numbers have been introduced, leaving many vulnerable, especially migrant families in need of support.