Sally’s Sanctuary, the City Mission’s brand new women’s shelter is inching closer to its opening later this month. Tuesday, a ribbon cutting was held to dedicate the Scott and Diane Heeter Family Childcare Center. The room includes the Mary Johns Guthrie Infant and Toddler Room and the Matt’s Maker Space sponsored by EQT. When opened, the new space will replace the current child care center located in the Sally’s House facility. The new area includes Matt’s Maker Space that will allow children of all ages to explore creative and practical outlets. A sewing machine and easy press will teach kids practical skills. Assorted toys will occupy the attention of younger kids. Individual lockers for coat storage were built. Scientific and academic activities decorate the walls. A unique feature to the space is a kid sized bathroom. The toilet is reduced in size and located closer to the ground. A splash sink was shrunk and located closer to the floor as well. This will allow the kids to foster their independence in another fashion. Now they can tend to their own needs because the fixtures are built to accommodate them. Sally’s Sanctuary is anticipated to open in mid October.