West Maas en Waal to Provide Shelter

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The war in Ukraine continues unabated. Currently, 96 Ukrainian refugees are being housed in municipal emergency shelters in Altforst Wamel. This is in addition to the 77 people being housed by private individuals.

Emergency shelter for additional refugees in Altforst

The war in Ukraine is still ongoing. There seems to be no end in sight. The influx of Ukrainian refugees also continues. That is why we want to expand the municipal emergency shelter in Altforst a few Altforst people.
The Ukrainians are living on the upper floor of Yasemin. The lease has been extended for another 6 months. The lower floor is currently vacant. After renovations, there would be room there for an additional number of Ukrainian refugees. In addition to the extra rooms, a recreation room will also be added. Once the ground floor is ready, the refugees will be able to live there for at least 6 months.

Wamel Emergency Shelter Wamel moving

Zorggroep Maas en Waal is set to renovate Huize Henricus. They have secured the necessary permits. The plan is for the contractor to begin the renovation around February 1, 2023.
The municipality began searching for an alternative shelter location. One has been found.
‘t Veerhuis in Wamel prepared for the Ukrainian refugees currently living at Huize Henricus. But first, the building must be adapted to make it suitable for emergency shelter. The Ukrainians will move to their new accommodation by mid-January at the latest. The refugees can live there for at least 6 months.

Accommodation for additional status holders

Status holders have a residence permit. They are part of Dutch society. Municipalities must provide status holders with suitable housing.
The municipality West Maas en Waal currently West Maas en Waal its target. The national government has indicated that the target will be increased by 60–75% in the first half of 2023 compared to the second quarter of 2022. 
The municipality is exploring how to meet this target and is considering the construction of temporary housing. The municipality is currently identifying potential locations for these units. The plan is to offer combined housing in these units for status holders, those in urgent need of housing, and other housing seekers.

Home away from home for the refugees

The Ukrainian refugees West Maas en Waal in the municipality West Maas en Waal have found a home away from home, whether in private or municipal shelters. They feel the hospitality of our residents. They are involved in many activities. Almost all of them are working or attending school. The youth, too, certainly play a major role in this hospitality.