Your Selkirk Avenue neighbors are losing sleep
Morning from The Rock — here's what's happening in Flin Flon.
You know that social housing complex on Selkirk Avenue, the one for folks 55 and up? Well, it sounds like things there have gotten completely out of hand. Long-time residents are saying they don't feel safe anymore, and it's all because the building started taking in people who've experienced homelessness. Now, Flin Flon is a small town, and we usually find a way to make things work, but when people are scared in their own homes, that's a problem that needs to be talked about straight.
### The Real Talk
This isn't just about "not in my backyard" — this is about people who've lived there for years, who built their lives there, now feeling like they're living on edge. They're talking about conditions deteriorating, and that's not right for anyone, especially our elders. We're a town that depends on community, and when that breaks down right inside people's homes, it impacts everyone. It’s not just an issue for Selkirk Avenue; it’s a symptom of bigger challenges we face in Flin Flon, where we're trying to support everyone even as resources tighten up.
* This isn't some big city problem; it’s happening right here, off Main Street. * It highlights the tough balance of supporting vulnerable populations while keeping existing residents safe. * The community needs to step up and figure out a solution that works for everyone involved.
We’re a town built on hard rock, and our community is supposed to be just as solid. We can't let our elders feel unsafe in their own homes, especially not in Flin Flon. This isn't just a story; it's a wake-up call for how we look after each other.
Cole Chicken, Flin Flon.
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