Massachusetts Reaches Shelter Capacity Due to Migrant Influx, Federal Inaction

Massachusetts' emergency shelter system has reached its 7,500 family capacity, largely driven by an influx of migrant families.
With shelter space maxed out, Massachusetts can no longer guarantee placements for all families seeking emergency housing.
Migrant families make up about half of those now in the state's emergency shelters.
Governor Maura Healey has declared a state of emergency and called for more federal assistance to handle the migrant influx.
After November 1st, Massachusetts will prioritize placements for families with health/safety risks and place others on waiting lists.