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Carolyn Sistrand
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Marketing Content Creator, Metro Credit Union
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By Carolyn Sistrand Verified| WPTZ-TV (South Burlington, VT) Verified Hundreds of Vermonters will be living outside this summer, and dozens more may now join them after they've been phased out of the state's pandemic "hotel-motel" program. On Thursday, hundreds became ineligible for the general assistance housing program, which expanded its requirements during the pandemic. Many people who didn't have a place to stay had to resort to camping.
By Carolyn Sistrand Verified| WPTZ-TV (South Burlington, VT) Verified On Thursday, people across Vermont have packed up and moved out of their rooms now that the state has ended its "hotel/motel" voucher program. During the pandemic, Vermont housed thousands in hotel or motel rooms using millions of federal funding to do it. The entire program cost the state nearly $200 million. The Department for Children and Families said that money has run out, and this is no longer a viable option for the state.
By Carolyn Sistrand Verified| WPTZ-TV (South Burlington, VT) Verified Hundreds of Vermonters will be living outside this summer, and dozens more may now join them after they've been phased out of the state's pandemic "hotel-motel" program. On Thursday, hundreds became ineligible for the general assistance housing program, which expanded its requirements during the pandemic. Many people who didn't have a place to stay had to resort to camping.
Company Info
Metro Credit Union
Metro Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution based in Chelsea, Massachusetts, established in 1926. As a cooperative, it operates with a focus on serving its members rather than maximizing profits for shareholders. The credit union embodies the philosophy of "people helping people," fostering mutual support among its members. Metro Credit Union provides a variety of financial services, including savings accounts, loans, and other tools to assist both personal and business financial goals. It is recognized for reinvesting earnings into its member services, offering better rates and lower fees compared to traditional banks. With a membership exceeding 140,000 and assets over $1 billion, it serves individuals and businesses across several counties in Massachusetts. The credit union has a network of 14 branches in key locations, ensuring convenient access to its services. Membership is open to anyone in the specified counties with a simple requirement of a $5 deposit to open a savings account.
United States
+1 877-696-3876
Founded: 1926