New shelter in Athens to open for the homeless

Seeking to provide decent living conditions for hundreds of homeless people in the Greek capital, the municipality of Athens on Wednesday opened the doors of a new shelter which can host up to 400 people.

According to the announcement, the the Homeless Centre is housed in three adjoining buildings at the corner of Acharnon and Liossion Streets, which will be open throughout the day and have a staff of doctors, care workers, nurses, social workers and psychologists.

At the Day Centre, residents will be able to wash their clothes and take showers, while there are also places where they can store their personal belongings and internet rooms, TV rooms and a dining area.

In the dormitory, the homeless can stay as long as they need.

More than 100 homeless people have already expressed an interest in staying at the shelter and staff from the municipality and...