Idaho: Donations sought for Boise area homeless as temperatures rise

Elevate Christian Network :: Humanitarian Relief News

Boise Homeless Shelters: Temperatures at or near 100 degrees can be especially brutal for those who have to spend most of their time outside, with no home in which to escape the heat. Representatives from the Boise Rescue Mission and Interfaith Sanctuary homeless shelters say they often see people suffering from heat-related conditions, including heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Boise Rescue Mission

The shelters are asking for specific donations to help ease the burden. “Bottled water is certainly at the top of the list, sunscreen is right up there with it and some kind of bug spray like Off,” Boise Rescue Mission President Bill Roscoe said.  Read more… ktvb.com

 

Boise Rescue Mission – Restoring Faith, Hope and Family

At Boise Rescue Mission Ministries, they see homelessness in its entirety. For us, taking care of homeless men, women and children isn’t simply about addressing physical needs — food, shelter, clothing — it’s just as much about addressing mental, emotional and spiritual needs.

• To learn how you can help, visit them online at: https://boiserm.org

 

See also: Humanitarian Relief News | Global Humanitarians at Elevate Christian Network

 

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