Saint John's halfway house adds beds for parolees

A Saint John halfway house can now accommodate 19 parolees, expanding its capacity by four beds. This follows a council decision rescinding zoning restrictions. The John Howard Society provides housing and support for men on parole. Originally limited to ten beds, the facility's capacity was increased to fifteen in 1990. The recent change responds to increased demand and a waitlist for spaces, due to parolee needs. The additional beds will help address the need for supervised housing. Parolees are required to reside in the halfway house. They receive support for six months.