In a move to address the ongoing housing crisis in Palm Beach County, commissioners approved a plan on Tuesday to convert the La Quinta hotel on Okeechobee Boulevard into permanent housing for seniors and veterans aged 55 and older.
WPTV’s Joel Lopez dug into the details of this initiative, clarifying that the La Quinta will not serve as a homeless shelter.
WATCH: In-depth look into how La Quinta Inn will be converted into housing for seniors, veterans
La Quinta to help with housing crisis in Palm Beach County
Instead, it aims to prevent homelessness among a vulnerable population—seniors and veterans who may be facing eviction or financial hardship…