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Housing group soon without a home, splitting up is not an option: May is getting very close

Housing group soon without a home, splitting up is not an option: May is getting very close

The De Nieuwe Ark residential group in Haarlem is urgently seeking a new home because their current building is scheduled for demolition on May 31. The group, which includes residents with disabilities and their caregivers, wants to stay together to preserve their supportive environment but faces high costs for new housing. They plan to appeal to the local council for help in finding a suitable and affordable space within their existing volunteer network.

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