new men’s homeless shelter opened Sept. 1 with 250 beds, marking a significant change in how Dane County serves men experiencing homelessness.
The facility at 1904 Bartillon Drive was designed to provide not only shelter, but also case management, health services and housing support intended to help residents move into permanent housing.
The shelter represents a $27 million investment from the City of Madison, Dane County and federal partners. Yet even as community leaders celebrate the opening of the long-awaited facility, questions remain about capacity and access…