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New women’s transitional recovery housing asks city for support; council highlights opioid‑recovery and rapid‑shelter funding

Columbia City Council · January 5, 2026
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Summary

Three leaders of the new Columbia program 'When You Can't Cope There's Hope' described a 12‑month, women‑focused recovery housing model and requested city partnership and funding; council noted opioid‑recovery allocations on the consent agenda and said staff will connect providers with homeless‑services leadership.

Leaders of a new women‑focused transitional recovery housing program, When You Can't Cope There's Hope, told Columbia City Council they provide structured, long‑term (12‑month) recovery housing, case management and employment support and requested city recognition, referrals and help accessing funding.

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