Last year there was a terrible fire at a shelter for children in Mexico. The subsequent investigation resulted in the state being found libel because of inadequate regulations regarding shelters for children. Every state examined their own policies and as a result the shelters in Acuna were recently given a copy of the new 16-page book of regulations regarding shelters for children.
There are requirements concerning smoke detectors, entrances and exits, food preparation and regarding the number of staff. The staffing requirement is a ratio of adults per maximum capacity. Antonio and Hermalinda have been considering closing their shelter for some time and these new requirements that they cannot meet seems to be an indication that it is time to close.
I met with Antonio and Hermalinda about the closing and other issues and they seem relieved now that the decision has been made. Hermalinda has experienced health problems during the past few years and both Antonio and Hermalinda seem content with their decision.
They promised to forward a list of the children and their new locations in the near future. We will continue to visit our friends and wish them well.
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