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Salvation Army to close long‑running Depot family crisis shelter; county, partners discuss alternatives
Summary
The Salvation Army told the board it must close its Depot Family Crisis Center after 35 years because of financial deficits and building concerns. The agency plans to keep Hope Vista housing and open a family services center at 410 J Street with Partnership Health Plan capital support; county leaders discussed short‑ and longer‑term options to preserve family shelter capacity.
Captain Larry Carmichael of the Salvation Army told the Yuba County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 13 that the Depot Family Crisis Center—a 63‑bed family shelter and program the agency has operated for 35 years—will close following a review of finances and building condition.
Carmichael said the Depot operated at a long‑term deficit and the condition of the building prevents the Salvation Army from…
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