This week’s extreme cold weather has Akron’s warming centers and overnight shelters busy and seeking volunteers.
The Haven of Rest Ministries shelter is averaging between 230 and 240 people per night, compared to its usual 162, according to the Rev. Jeff Kaiser, the nonprofit’s chief executive officer.
The Akron Emergency Overnight Warming Center has been accommodating between 75 and 80 people per night this past week, with 80 being its capacity, Peter Maurin Center Director David Churbock said…