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Lowell commission confirms temporary shelter options for homeless veterans— pets
Summary
Commissioners said they contacted MSPCA and the Lowell shelter and confirmed temporary sheltering options for pets of veterans transitioning into housing, and that the Lowell Housing Authority permits veterans to have pets.
The Lowell Veterans Commission reported that it has identified temporary shelter options for pets of homeless veterans while those veterans transition into housing.
A commission speaker said the group contacted the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) and the Lowell shelter, which can provide temporary care for veterans— pets. The commission said it contacted the Lowell Housing Authority and confirmed that veterans are allowed to have pets under local housing rules. The commission said staff shared the information with the family who requested help and that the contact information was forwarded to the individual coordinating the case.
Ending: Commissioners described the outreach as complete for the immediate request and thanked members who coordinated calls and information-sharing.
