MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) — The Salvation Army Emergency Shelter in Dane County sees around 134 families and women every night, but during the winter season that number rises as the need increases.
When the temperature drops below 20 degrees the Salvation Army shelter does not turn anyone away. Melissa Sorenson, the Social Services Executive Director, said the need is greater this year. “We had 152 staying when the first winter storm hit and we’re expecting the same number for the next storm.”