Helter-Shelter

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Focusing on the daily governance of an emergency shelter, this ethnographic account offers insight into the experiences and challenges faced by the staff responsible for providing care. It delves into the dynamics of shelter operations, revealing the complexities of managing vulnerable populations and the emotional toll on those who serve them. Through firsthand perspectives, the book highlights the interplay between policy, personal commitment, and the realities of frontline work in crisis situations.