Conversion of Boston-area veterans' shelter into migrant facility
Boston-area veterans' shelter to be converted into a facility for migrants, sparking backlash among residents who are concerned about homeless vets. The facility will house 100 migrant families, including pregnant women, while veterans are paying to live there.
Key Points
- Historic Chelsea Soldiers' Home in Massachusetts converted into migrant facility
- Residents express anger over the decision to house migrants instead of homeless veterans
- Migrants required to work towards self-sufficiency while residing at the facility
Pros
- Providing shelter for migrant families in need
- Offering a safety-net site for migrants to work towards self-sufficiency
Cons
- Backlash from residents concerned about homeless veterans
- Veterans paying to live at the shelter while migrants are housed for free