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Closure of Manhattan shelter raises questions about access to homeless services

City officials say the Bellevue shelter will close by the end of April due to severe deterioration inside the building.
About 250 men staying at the shelter will be relocated as intake moves to East Third Street in Manhattan on May 1.
City officials say residents will begin moving to other shelters in mid-March ahead of the closure at the end of April.
Advocates stress the need to keep a Manhattan intake point to serve the community effectively.
Officials say the city will open several new shelters as part of the broader response to shelter needs.
Neighbors described safety concerns while expressing mixed reactions to the closure news.
Staff will remain at the Bellevue desk for a year after closure to assist with the transition.
City officials say the transition includes a major information campaign to guide residents to the right access points.
Some residents learned of the closure only through word of mouth, highlighting communication gaps.
City officials aim to relocate intake services to East Third Street in Manhattan starting May 1.

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