Nimble Nonprofits Lean On Community Support
Christine Ralston outlines how Shelter House adapts to crises with careful planning and interagency collaboration. The piece highlights shelter reductions for distancing, rapid rehousing, winter day shelter openings, and new funding avenues while urging ongoing donations and volunteer support.
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Shelter
Community letters urge mask wear amid COVID strain and politics
A Cedar Rapids reader urges mask use and caution, arguing the virus ignores politics and urging collective action to protect life and economy. The letter cites personal loss and calls for adherence to health measures while acknowledging frustrations with restrictions and governance. Angie Weiland signs off.
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Angie Weiland
Mental health focus as 2020 ends in NAMI Linn County column
Stacey A. Pawlak writes that 2020 brought heightened anxiety and depressive disorders, with a CDC survey showing sharp increases. The column promotes NAMI Linn County’s mission, asks for donations, volunteers, and partnerships, and invites involvement in the 2021 NAMIWalk and related programs.
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Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
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National Alliance On Mental Illness
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Linn
Johnson
Namib
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