Ciudad del Este opens temporary shelter for homeless amid cold snap

Ciudad del Este has reactivated a temporary shelter to protect vulnerable adults and homeless individuals from the cold, as temperatures have dropped significantly in recent days. The initiative aims to provide a safe space with essential services for those lacking adequate shelter.

The shelter, located at the municipal School of Trades, offers food, blankets, beds, and access to personal hygiene facilities. Municipal social assistance workers are providing support to the residents. The city also offers permanent solutions, including voluntary transfer to the Hogar Cristo Rey in Caaguazú, for those seeking long-term accommodation.

Authorities are appealing to the public for collaboration in reporting cases of elderly individuals exposed to the cold. This allows for rapid intervention by social teams. For more information or to coordinate aid, the public can contact the hotline at (0986) 937 891.