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McAllen Respite Center looking to expand

2 years 7 months 3 weeks ago Wednesday, August 04 2021 Aug 4, 2021 August 04, 2021 1:08 PM August 04, 2021 in News - Local
By: KRGV Staff

Catholic Charities Executive Director Sister Norma Pimentel said she’s working with McAllen city leaders to find another property after the respite center hit capacity last week.

Pimentel says the center can accommodate up to 1,200 people. Capacity at the center has been holding steady since last week.

“We want to make sure we have the right space to be able to respond correctly,” Pimentel said.

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