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Public commenter says shelter helped reunite her with cat after eviction
Summary
A public commenter described losing a job and apartment after 13 years and becoming homeless; a staff member said shelter staff arranged temporary care for a client’s cat, provided a bus pass, and referred clients to Michigan Works and Smartbus to support housing and employment recovery.
A public commenter at the meeting said losing her job of 13 years led directly to losing her apartment and left her without money for housing or basic needs. "When they fired me, I lost my apartment right behind me because I have no money to pay for it," the commenter said, describing long periods of uncertainty and emotional distress.
A staff member who spoke…
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