were moved to undisclosed motel rooms after the county health director issued a 72-hour order for everyone to vacate the area because of a rodent infestation .
Crisis Assistance Ministry partnered with the non-profit organization
Roof Above to assist the Tent City residents moving into the motel by providing mattresses and bed frames , and made clothing and shoes available through the Partner Agency Shopping Service .
Currently , more than 3,000 people are experiencing homelessness in the Charlotte area , and the numbers are increasing . Crisis Assistance Ministry depends on the generosity of the community to ensure that families can stay in their homes with their utilities intact . Now more than ever , help is needed to keep families stably housed . Peachy readers can make a financial contribution , sign-up to volunteer , and learn more at
crisisassistance . org . n