In November, the city of Vigo has reactivated its special cold weather initiative aimed at protecting and providing support for homeless individuals sleeping outdoors. Between 4 and 6 November, municipal services attended to a total of 59 people, managing 20 referrals to shelters and subsidising 23 overnight stays.
This initiative ensures that no one wishing to sleep indoors is left without an alternative in the city. The local government has made available 32 beds at the municipal shelter, along with additional spaces arranged at the Teis centre. Should these resources reach full capacity, a protocol is immediately activated to relocate users to pensions or other accommodations funded by the municipal budget.
In addition to this service, the initiative includes a street team that patrols the city to provide professional assistance, as well as hot drinks and blankets.
