Akron veterans experiencing homelessness may soon have a new option for stable housing.
Akron City Council is set to vote Monday to approve construction of what would be named the Thompson Family Veterans Village. The property, located at Exeter Road and Ericsson Avenue, would serve veterans who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness.
The village, proposed by Axess Family Services, would be built next to Valor Home, Axess’ transitional housing facility for veterans with around-the-clock staffing. It would also be located near the Veterans Service Commission of Summit County, the Akron VA Clinic, which provides outpatient health services to veterans, and an AxessPointe Community Health Center…