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Hey @justbob , I was just posting about the #PortlandME #WarmingShelter being closed last winter! Looks like they got more funding!

#MaineHousing announces nearly $3M in grants for #winter #WarmingShelters

Miles Bergquist
Tue, September 29, 2026

"MaineHousing announced $2.7 million in grants Tuesday for warming shelters to buy more beds ahead of winter.

"The money will be distributed among 12 organizations that provide short-term shelters, adding another 474 beds for #unhoused people in Maine.

"According to the housing authority, the award stands as the largest in five years and will bolster efforts to combat the housing crisis in eight of nine Maine 'homeless service hubs,' centers meant to cover all 16 counties.

"Warming shelters offer a place to stay overnight in cold temperatures, which can prove dangerous for those without protection from the elements. Most are open through the end of April.

"MaineHousing says the money may also be used for staffing, supplies, transportation, and other standard operating expenses.

" 'Dangerous winter weather can put lives at risk, especially for people experiencing #homelessness or housing instability,' MaineHousing Director Dan Brennan said in a press release. 'These grants help communities open safe, heated spaces before severe cold arrives.'

"The grant is part of a wider goal to keep vulnerable Mainers warm, MaineHousing said. Other programs they offer include the Home Energy Assistance Program and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program, meant to reduce heating costs for those who need it.

"Funds for this grant were made available by the Mills administration and the Maine Legislature."

cc: @newsbot

Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/mainehousing-announces-nearly-3m-grants-212425325.html

#Maine #PortlandME #OpenTheWarmingCenters #HousingForAll #HousingCrisis #Homeless #StopTheSweeps #EmergencyShelters #WinterShelters #MaineShelters #HousingCrisis #UnaffordableHousing

A #Virginia #schooldistrict pioneers #solar and #battery #microgrids

#RoanokeCity Public Schools is building the state’s first solar-plus-storage systems to keep #emergencyshelters going during #extremeweather and cut down on costs.

https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/solar/virginia-school-district-solar-battery-microgrids

#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters

Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.

https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters

Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420b

Vermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/

Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw

#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources

Just saw this story on the local news. Let me guess... The deceased went to the #WinterWarmingShelter to find it closed, then froze to death. Also, allegedly the shelter has 37 employees. You mean to tell me all of them called in sick when there was #WinterWeather? NO EXCUSE!

Human remains found behind #Homeless Services Center in #PortlandME

NEWS CENTER Maine Staff
Thu, March 19, 2026

"Decomposed human remains were discovered Thursday morning in a wooded area behind the Homeless Services Center in Portland, police said.

"Officers were called to 654 Riverside Ave. at about 8:42 a.m. on March 19 after receiving a report of the remains, which were found behind the building, according to a press release from the Portland Police Department.

"Police said the remains appeared to have been there for a 'significant amount of time.'

"Officials said at this time, the death does not appear suspicious.

"The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is still determining the cause and manner of death. Police are working to identify the deceased, according to the release."

Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/human-remains-found-behind-homeless-152307345.html

@bob @newsbot

#MainePol #Unhoused #Houseless #Maine #PortlandMaine #EmergencyShelters #WarmingShelters #StaffingIssues

So, what this does NOT address is the issue of staffing, or lack thereof! Maybe let a few unhoused folks live there, and then you'll have some staff! PLUS, the other issue is how far away from the downtown #PortlandME area (5 miles) it is! The same with #MaineNeeds (4 miles), where folks can get tents and clothing. Everything used to be centralized at #PrebleStreet, downtown, but noooo. Can't have homeless folks setting up tents near Whole F*cking Foods, can we?!!

Portland adds criteria to open emergency warming shelter after it failed to open during blizzard

The shelter will now open during blizzard and ice storm warnings, and there are procedures if a forecast changes quickly

by Adam Bartow, Mar 5, 2026

Excerpt: "The decision to activate the warming shelter with less than 48 hours' notice will be determined by the availability of staff needed to safely operate the facility."

Read more:
https://www.wmtw.com/article/portland-adds-criteria-emergency-warming-shelter-failed-open-blizzard/70610751

cc: @newsbot

#Maine #PortlandMaine #Homeless #Unhoused #Houseless #EmergencyShelters #WarmingShelters #StaffingIssues

#WarmingShelters open in the #Carolinas ahead of #IceStorm

WSOCTV.com News Staff, Sat, January 24, 2026

"As a historic ice storm approaches the Carolinas, many counties are opening warming shelters for those who need a safe place to stay.

We’ve reached out to counties in #NorthCarolina and #SouthCarolina for their warming shelter plans, and we’ll update this article as locations are announced.

#MecklenburgCounty -

For Men: Roof Above provides shelter for men and expanded capacity at its shelter locations. Men may arrive at Roof Above at 3410 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

For Women and Families: The Salvation Army provides shelter for women and families with expanded capacity at its shelter location. Women and families may arrive at the shelter at 534 Spratt Street, Charlotte between 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Transportation: Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) buses will offer rides to these shelter locations during this period. Riders must simply identify a designated shelter location to the driver.

Starting at 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 24th, Mecklenburg County and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management are opening a winter storm shelter at Grady Cole Recreation Center (310 N Kings Dr, #CharlotteNC 28204) in coordination with the Red Cross.

#AlexanderCounty

Alexander County will open an emergency shelter to support residents impacted by this weekend’s winter storm. The shelter will open on Sunday, January 25, at 9:00 a.m. in the JV gymnasium at Alexander Central High School (223 School Dr., Taylorsville). Food, water, and basic necessities will be provided.

#AnsonCounty-

A warming shelter will open at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Wadesboro Primary School, located at 1542 US Highway 52 South. The shelter will remain open until the weather stabilizes. Officials ask that you bring identification and essentials. Any pets should be caged.

#AsheCounty -

There will be temporary emergency shelter open Saturday morning at 10 am at Ashe County High School.

#CatawbaCounty -

The Salvation Army of Greater Hickory is opening, for information call 828-322-8061.

First United Methodist Church of Newton at 300 N. Main Ave

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF NEWTON (300 N Main Ave, Newton, NC 28658)

Statesville -

Officials are currently working with the Salvation Army located at 1361 Caldwell Street.

#GastonCounty -

Unity Baptist Church at 482 N. Myrtle School Road at 8 p.m. Friday through 7 a.m. Tuesday

#RowanCounty -

Rowan Helping Ministries is opening its warming station from Jan. 24 to Jan. 31 from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. nightly at 217 N. Long Street in #SalisburyNC.

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Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/warming-shelters-open-carolinas-ahead-210051039.html

#EmergencyShelters #SouthCarolina #NorthCarolina #WarmingSheltersInSouthCarolina #WarmingSheltersInNorthCarolina #Unhoused #Houseless #Homeless #KeepWarm

#Wisconsin - #Milwaukee adds an emergency #WarmingShelter amid extreme cold

by Maia Pandey, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Fri, January 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST

"Amid extreme cold, the City and County of Milwaukee are opening up an emergency warming shelter on Friday, Jan. 23.

"The newest shelter is at Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet St., and will be open until noon on Saturday, Jan. 24. That's in addition to seven warming shelters already open citywide, several of which have expanded their hours as the city sees -40 degree wind chills.

"With the wind chills posing significant risk of frostbite and hypothermia, it will be unsafe to be outside for even minutes at a time, health officials say.
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"Here's where to go if you're in need of shelter Friday:

Where are Milwaukee's warming shelters?

Here are the updated hours and locations of Milwaukee's warming shelters:

Guest House of Milwaukee (men only): 1216 N. 13th St., open all day Jan. 23 and until noon on Jan. 24 and 25. Capacity for 40 single men. Contact shelter at (414) 424-1271.

Joy House (women and families): 818 N. 19th St., open 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Capacity for five single women and five families. . Call 414-344-3774 before arriving.

Milwaukee Rescue Mission (men only): 830 N. 19th St., open 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Capacity for 30 single men. Call 414-935-0240 before arriving.

Repairers of the Breach (single adults only): 1335 W. Vliet St., open all day on Jan. 23 and 24. Capacity for 35 single men and 15 single women. Contact shelter at (414) 934-9305.

St. Vincent de Paul: 931 W. Madison St., open from 11 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Jan. 23 and 25. Contact shelter at (414) 649-9555.

Unity Lutheran Church (single adults only): 1025 E. Oklahoma Ave., open all day Jan. 23 and until noon on Jan. 24 and 25. Contact shelter at (414) 424-1268.

St. Benedict the Moor Parish: 930 W. State St., open for 24 hours a day until Jan. 26. Overnight accommodations will be available for 50 single men and 20 single women.

Washington Park Senior Center: 4420 W. Vliet St., open until Jan. 24 at 12 p.m.

Which city and county services are paused Friday?

City-operated buildings will remain open Friday, but non-emergency work will be paused for the day, including garbage and recycling pick-up, according to a news release from the Milwaukee Health Department and the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services..

For the county, the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services Center, community centers and senior centers will all remain open as scheduled.

However, outdoor activities at Milwaukee County Parks will be closed, and some county services, such as the Congregate Dining program and Meals on Wheels, may be disrupted by the weather."

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Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/milwaukee-adds-emergency-warming-shelter-170037377.html

#WarmingSheltersInWisconsin #WarmingSheltersInMilwaukee #EmergencyShelters #ExtremeCold #OvernightShelters #Unhoused #Houseless #Homeless

"With subzero temperatures expected to set in on Friday, communities across #Vermont are opening emergency #shelters for people experiencing homelessness."

https://www.vermontpublic.org/local-news/2026-01-22/heres-where-vermont-shelters-are-opening-to-help-in-extreme-cold

#VtWx #Homeless #EmergencyShelters

#Louisiana - Water’s Edge Church #Warmingshelter opens due to harsh winter weather

By Ashley Levesque
Published: Jan. 21, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - "The Water’s Edge Church is opening their doors Sat. Jan. 24 at noon as a warming shelter due to harsh winter conditions.

They’ve requested volunteers starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday to help set up the shelter.

They’re accepting donations starting Thursday Jan. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For any questions about donations, volunteering, or even if you’re interested in cooking a hot meal for the shelter, email Water’s Edge at [email protected] "
Source:
https://www.kplctv.com/2026/01/22/waters-edge-church-warming-shelter-opens-due-harsh-winter-weather/

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#ArcticBlast #LakeCharles #Emergencyshelters

#NorthCarolina- The Warming Shelter #WilmingtonNC to reopen ahead of #extremeCold weather

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - "The Warming Shelter in Wilmington will reopen Saturday, Jan. 24, for a planned seven-night operation due to extreme cold temperatures and predicted #FreezingRain.

"The all-volunteer overnight shelter is seeking additional help and support for the extended hours, announced shelter officials in a Facebook post.

"The shelter welcomes up to 125 people. Drugs, alcohol and weapons are not allowed on-site. The shelter operates entirely through volunteer efforts and relies on community donations for supplies and financial support.

"Volunteers can sign up using the link here, and the organization maintains an Amazon wish list for those wanted to donate items.

"Financial donations are accepted through the shelter’s website.

The shelter is located at 401 Grace St."

https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/warming-shelter-wilmington-reopens-ahead-extreme-cold-weather/

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#ArcticBlast #EmergencyShelters

#Louisiana - #SaintLandry Parish opens #WarmingShelter for forecasted weather

by Lilianna Badeaux
Wed, January 21, 2026

ST. LANDRY PARISH, LA. (#KLFY) — "Due to forecasted cold weather expected in the coming days, St. Landry Parish Government will open a warming shelter for local residents.

"From Saturday, Jan. 24, through Tuesday, Jan.27, city officials said residents can have access to a warming shelter located at Indian Hills Country Club on 1141 E Prudhomme Street in #Opelousas.

"The warming shelter will open on Saturday, January 24 at 4:00 p.m. Participants are required to bring a valid state-issued ID for check-in. Residents are also encouraged to bring personal necessities, including but not limited to medications, pillows, blankets, snacks, and other essential items to ensure their comfort during their stay.

"Additional updates regarding shelter operations will be shared as weather conditions evolve.

"For more information, please contact St. Landry Parish Government at (337) 948-3688 or monitor official parish communication channels."

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https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/st-landry-parish-opens-warming-014342760.html

#ExtremeCold #ArcticBlast #Louisanna #EmergencyShelters

#Minnesota - In the Heart of #Minneapolis’ Urban Indian Community, a #WarmingCenter Becomes a Lifeline

#Indigenous-led groups open a culturally grounded warming shelter as federal enforcement and life-threatening temperatures collide

by MSR News Online January 18, 2026

Excerpt: "As dangerously cold temperatures grip Minnesota, #unsheltered community members face escalating risk across the #TwinCities. For Native people living without stable housing, that danger is compounded by recent federal immigration enforcement [#ICE] activity in Minneapolis.

"This week, four members of the #OglalaSioux Tribe were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis. One person has died from exposure. The cold is severe, and the stakes are life and death.

"In the Phillips neighborhood, at the heart of one of the largest Urban Indian communities in the country, Indigenous-led organizations are responding where systems have fallen short.

"The Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center and #NenookaasiOzhige have opened a culturally grounded, low-barrier warming shelter to provide safety, warmth, and protection for unsheltered Native relatives."

Read more:
https://spokesman-recorder.com/2026/01/18/indigenous-warming-shelter-minneapolis/

A list of other Shelter Resources in the Twin cities from #MIWRC [Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center]

Source:
https://www.miwrc.org/shelters

SHELTER-Single

#AICDC - #HomewardBound (612) 354-7352
https://www.aicdc-mn.org/ [email protected]
2012 Cedar ave. Minneapolis, MN 55404
Native American

Salvation Army - Harbor Light Center 1-800-725-2769 https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/HarborLightCenter/provide-housing/
1010 Currie Avenue N, MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota 55403
3 male / 3 Female shelters

Salvation Army 1-800-725-2769 https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northern/HarborLightCenter/provide-housing/
1010 Currie Avenue N, MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota 55403
Female only

Catholic Charities-Higher Ground (612)204-8552 https://www.cctwincities.org/locations/higher-ground-shelter/ [email protected] 165 Glenwood Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55405
Male only

Agate housing and services (612) 874-0311
https://agatemn.org/ [email protected]
2309 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
1 Partners/ 1 Male only

Our Saviours Shelter (612) 872-4193
https://oscs-mn.org/our-saviours-housing/ [email protected]
2219 Chicago Ave. So. Minneapolis, MN 55404
Male and Female

Avivo Villages (612) 752-8000
https://avivomn.org/avivovillage/ [email protected]
1900 Chicago Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404
Male and Female

SHELTER-Family

St. Anne's Place- Haven Housing (612) 521-2128
https://www.havenhousing.org/st-annes-place [email protected]
1803 Bryant Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Mothers and children

People Serving People (612) 332-4500
https://www.peopleservingpeople.org/
614 3rd St S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Pregnant or households with young children

Hope for the Journey Home (651) 762-9124
https://www.guardian-angels.org/hope/ [email protected]
8260 4th Street North, Oakdale, MN US 55128
Family focused group

SHELTER-Youth

Avenues for Youth (612) 522-1690
https://avenuesforyouth.org/resources-and-support/ [email protected]
1708 Oak Park Avenue N. Minneapolis, MN 55411
Youth shelter in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center age 16-21

Catholic Charities-Hope Street (612) 204-8211 https://www.cctwincities.org/locations/hope-street/ [email protected]
4140 Cheatham Ave Minneapolis, MN 55406
18-24 years old

The Bridge for Youth (612) 377-8800
https://bridgeforyouth.org/ [email protected]
1111 W 22nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Resilience House 10-17/ Gloria's Place pregnant and parent youth 15-17 &0-3 ages children

The Link (763) 703-3434
Referrals https://thelinkmn.org/programs/housing-services-division/the-dignity-house/ [email protected]
1210 Glenwood Ave Minneapolis, MN 55405
Dignity House 10-17/ Passageways sexually exploited 10-17

180 Degrees Brittanys Place (651) 287-4801
https://www.180degrees.org/brittanys-place-500008-929783.html [email protected]
1281 7th Street East, St. Paul, MN 55106​
Sexually Exploited 10-17

180 Degrees Hope House (612) 900-2077
https://www.180degrees.org/hope-house.html [email protected]
3010 W 78th St, Excelsior, MN 55331
14-19 years old

YMCA of the North safe Stay (763) 493-3052 Appointment https://www.ymcanorth.org/how_we_help/help_kids_thrive/youth_and_family_services/resources
2304 Jackson Street NE Minneapolis, MN 55418
Under 24 homeless or at risk youths.

Youths Services Network https://ysnmn.org/ Shows open beds in shelters. Has links for services across the metro and suburbs.

#NativeAmericans #Unhoused #Shelters #EmergencyShelters #ICESucks #ArcticBlast #PolarVortex

As bitter cold hits #Vermont, new shelters open for the first time this season

by VTDigger, December 9, 2025

Excerpts: "Emergency shelters in Barre and Brattleboro opened Thursday, offering relief to people without housing.

[...]

"These temperatures are not uncommon for Vermont in the winter, Danzig said, but he still recommended people to cover their face in higher winds to avoid frostbites, wear several layers of clothes and make sure pets are inside.

"The Office of Economic Opportunity at the Department for Children and Families has recently created a new Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program, in partnership with Vermont Interfaith Action, to support people experiencing homelessness during periods of extreme cold.

"The program will operate from Dec. 1 to April 1, when temperatures reach at least -10 degrees Fahrenheit, with projects in #BenningtonVT, #BurlingtonVT, #NewportVT, #RutlandVT, #BarreVT, #MontpelierVT and #BrattleboroVT, Lily Sojourner, director of the Office of Economic Opportunity, said.

"The shelters in Barre and Brattleboro opened for the first time Thursday night and provided relief for 26 people, according to Sojourner. Sojourner said this program is just one of many others operating this winter, including the General Assistance Emergency Hotel Program and seasonal shelters across the state.

"Tess Taylor, homeless and housing liaison for the city of Barre, said the shelter at the Congregational Church also hosted people in need on Thursday. The space has a capacity of 12 people and will continue to operate when temperatures are around zero, providing food, cots and blankets, Taylor said."

https://thebridgevt.org/2025/12/as-bitter-cold-hits-vermont-new-shelters-open-for-the-first-time-this-season/

From the State of Vermont's website:

"#ExtremeCold Weather #Shelter Program Providers:

Bennington County – Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless
Chittenden County – Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity
Northeast Kingdom – Northeast Kingdom Community Action
Rutland County – City of Rutland
Washington County – Barre Congregational Church & Montpelier Emergency Cold Weather Shelter, Inc.
Windham County – Brattleboro Emergency Winter Shelter Steering Committee

The State of Vermont’s Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program (#ECWSP) is designed to support community-based emergency shelter operations during periods of extreme cold for individuals experiencing homelessness who have no other safe housing option. The goal of the ECWSP is to prevent cold-related illness or death by ensuring access to safe, temporary shelter during Vermont’s severe winter weather."

Link to Vermont's Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program:
https://dcf.vermont.gov/oeo/programs/ECWSP

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#EmergencySheltersVermont #EmergencyShelters #TransitionalHousing #Unhoused
#Homeless #Houseless #StayWarm #ArcticBlast #PolarVortex #Shelters

#Vermont’s #EmergencyShelter Providers
Need Shelter? Call 2-1-1

"ANEW Place #BurlingtonVT 802-862-9879

#BenningtonVT County Coalition for the Homeless Bennington 802-442-2424 (adults only) or 802-681-8062 (families only)

Capstone Community Action #BarreVT 802-479-1053 or 800-639-1053

Champlain Housing Trust, Elmwood Community Shelter #BurlingtonVT 802-209-5286

Charter House Coalition #MiddleburyVT 802-989-8621

COTS Burlington Main St. Family Center 802-864-7402

COTS Burlington Waystation 802-862-7776

CVOEO, The Champlain Place Burlington 802-540-1239

Good Samaritan Haven Barre / Berlin /#MontpelierVT 802-479-2294

Groundworks Collaborative #BrattleboroVT 802-257-5415

Homeless Prevention Center #RutlandVT 802-775-9286

John Graham Housing & Services #VergennesVT 802-877-2677

Lamoille Community House #HydeParkVT 802-521-7943

NEKCA St. Johnsbury The Shelter at #MooseRiverVT 802-624-0949

Open Door Mission #RutlandVT 802-775-5661

Samaritan House #StAlbansVT 802- 527-0847

Spectrum Youth & Family Burlington 802-864-7423

Springfield Supported Housing Program #SpringfieldVT 802-885-3034

Upper Valley Haven #HartfordVT 802-295-6500
Youth/Young Adults Shelters

Elevate Youth Services #MontpelierVT 802-229-9151

Spectrum Family & Youth Services Burlington 802-864-7423

Windsor County Youth Services #ProctorsvilleVT 802-228-6880

Interaction (Formerly Youth Services Inc.) #BellowsFallsVT 802-257-5415


Domestic & Sexual Violence Shelters

To find shelter and/or services near you, follow this LINK to the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. IF YOU ARE IN DANGER – Call 911.

Other resources: In #ChittendenCounty call the 24-hour hotline at (802) 658-1996. If you are outside of Chittenden County, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-7233.

Updated February 2024."

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https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/

#EmergencySheltersVermont #EmergencyShelters #TransitionalHousing #Unhoused #Homeless #Houseless #StayWarm #ArcticBlast #PolarVortex #Shelters

#KeeneNH

For Those In Need Of Shelter:

Give us a call at (603) 352-5197, preferably after 3pm
Our Shelter Manager begins his shift at 3pm, so we will have a better idea of the number of beds available by that time.
Call the Human Services/Welfare Department of the Town you last paid rent in
Keene Residents: Call the City of Keene Human Services at (603) 357-9809
List of Cheshire County town offices and beyond
Call 2-1-1 New Hampshire to get connected with available shelters and resources
Check out our “Partner Agencies” page for Keene-area non-profits and community agencies that focus on food, housing, mental health, addiction services, and more."

FMI:
https://hundrednightsinc.org/homelessness/some-resources-if-you-are-facing-homelessness/

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#ExtremeCold #PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #WarmingShelter #OvernightShelter #WarmingCenters #Unhoused #Houseless #Homeless #EmergencyShelters

#RhodeIsland - Warming Centers | Emergency Management Agency

"Below is a list of warming centers throughout the state. If you do not see your community listed or to verify times and center locations, contact your local municipalities for more information. If you need additional assistance, call 2-1-1.

All details and information are subject to change at any time. Individuals seeking resources are encouraged to call ahead before visiting."

Pets:
Pets needing sheltering may be taken to the Potter League for Animals, located at 87 Oliphant Ln, Middletown, RI. The potter league closes at 5:00 PM daily. If emergency pet sheltering is needed call (401) 846-8276 during and after normal work hours.

#BarringtonRI
#BristolRI
#BurrillvilleRI
#CentralFallsRI
#CharlestownRI
#CoventryRI
#CranstonRI
#CumberlandRI
#EastGreenwichRI
#EastProvidence
#ExeterRI
#GlocesterRI
#HarmonyRI
#HopkintonRI
#JamestownRI
#JohnstonRI
#LincolnRI
#LittleComptonRI
#MiddletownRI
#NewportRI
#NorthKingstownRI
#NorthProvidenceRI
#NorthSmithfieldRI
#PawtucketRI
#PortsmouthRI
#ProvidenceRI
#SouthProvidenceRI
#SmithfieldRI
#TivertonRI
#WarrenRI
#WarwickRI
#WesterlyRI
#WestGreenwichRI
#WestWarwickRI
#WoonsocketRI

FMI - https://riema.ri.gov/warming-centers

For an extended and detailed list of resources provided by Executive Office of Housing for Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness, please visit, click below.
https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness

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#WarmingCenters #WarmingShelters #LibrariesRule #Unhoused #Houseless
#PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #Homeless #WarmingCenterRhodeIsland #EmergencyShelters

#NewHampshire #EmergencyShelter #ColdWeather Resources (Winter 2025-2026)

Lakes Region Mental Health Center, #BelknapCountyNH - Daytime #WarmingCenter, Cold Weather Supplies. Weather activated. Call Nicole Fitts at 603-581-4807

Way Station, #CarrollCountyNH - #EmergencyShelter Hotels, Cold Weather Supplies. Weather activated.
603-728-8905
(Available Mon 10-2, Thu 10-6, and during activations. Otherwise leave a message!) WayStationNH.org

Southwestern Community Services #CheshireCountyNH, #SullivanCountyNH - Year-round #EmergencyShelter (Increased Winter Capacity). Weather activated. For shelter access, please call 211 first. SCS main office numbers are 603-352-7512 (Keene) and 603-542-9528 (Claremont)

#WarmWelcome Shelter, #ClaremontNH - Overnight #WarmingShelter, beds are available first
come, first served. Open 8:00pm to 8:00am, 7 days a week through the end of March. Call 211 for contact and location
information.

Tri-County Community Action
Program - #CoosCountyNH, #GraftonCountyNH - #EmergencyShelter Hotel (Town Welfare Partnerships), Cold Weather Supplies
Varies by town or area; contact local welfare offices for details. Call 211, alternatively call main office 1-888-NH-TCCAP

1269 Café / The Twelve on Union, #ManchesterNH, Daytime #WarmingCenter. Call Mary Chevalier at 603-512-
1571

#NashuaNH #SoupKitchen & Shelter - Daytime #WarmingCenter and Overnight #WarmingShelter (anticipated opening 12/8),
#SoupKitchen. 603-889-7770 X2118

Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack Counties - #BelknapCountyNH, #MerrimackCountyNH - Cold Weather Supplies. 603-856-9104 (Merrimack County X1236 or 1257, Belknap County X6209)

#ConcordNH Coalition to End Homelessness - Overnight #WarmingShelter. 603-290-3375 X203

Family Promise of Greater #ConcordNH - Meals, Case Management,
Transportation, Year-round #EmergencyShelter for Families, 603-856-8490

The Friendly Kitchen, #MerrimackCountyNH - #SoupKitchen, 603-224-7678

Cross Roads House, #RockinghamCountyNH - Overnight #WarmingCenter. Weather activated. 603-436-2218

Willand Warming Center / East Coast Evolution Leadership, #SomersworthNH, #StraffordCountyNH - Overnight #WarmingShelter. Weather activated. 603-742-2709

Link to PDF:
https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/documents2/bhs-cold-weather-shelters.pdf

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#Unhoused #WarmingCenter #Houseless #PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #Homeless #WarmingCenterNS #EmergencyShelters #OvernightShelters

#Massachusetts - #SomervilleMA Overnight Center Opening For Winter Season

The location serves as a shelter for local adults dealing with homelessness.

by Benjamin Pierce, Wed, Dec 3, 2025

SOMERVILLE, MA — "The city’s Emergency Overnight Warming Center is opening next week for the winter season, the office of Mayor Katjana Ballantyne announced.

"The facility located on the second floor of the former #CummingsSchool at 42 Prescott St. is slated to open on Monday, Dec. 8 and remain open until April 12 of 2026. It will be open seven days a week from 5 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Malden-based nonprofit Housing Families was credited for helping the center expand to bed 45 people on a nightly basis for this year. In addition to sleeping quarters, adults facing homelessness will be given hot meals, housing navigation, and case management services.

"The center is accepting donations of nonperishable food and hygiene products."

Source:
https://patch.com/massachusetts/somerville/somerville-overnight-center-opening-winter-season

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#Unhoused #WarmingCenter #Houseless #PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #Homeless #WarmingCenterMassachuetts #EmergencyShelters #OvernightShelters

#Massachusetts - #MaldenMA

"The Malden #WarmingCenter (MWC) seeks to serve those adult individuals experiencing homelessness by providing safe shelter and warmth during the winter months, recognizing each person’s inherent dignity and unique circumstance. We operate only December 1 to March 31 every year, seven nights a week from 7:00pm - 7:30am.

The MWC is a temporary night center for those adult individuals that are homeless. It is a safe place of warmth during the harshest winter months. The MWC welcomes people experiencing active substance abuse and offers comfort, hot drinks, and a warm meal. As much as possible warm clothing and toiletries will be available and the staff works to connect guests to needed services including permanent housing, substance use treatment, health and mental health services.​​​

No Services for Families or Persons under 18 years old

Malden Warming Center does not serve families, children (0-17 yrs), or those accompanying persons under 18 years old.

Please contact Housing Families, Inc. for family emergency shelter or review our resource guide for assistance."

FMI:
https://www.maldenwarmingcenter.org/

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#Unhoused #WarmMeals #WarmingCenter #Houseless #PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #Homeless #WarmingCenterMassachuetts #EmergencyShelters #OvernightShelters

Opinion: We should remember unhoused people when a severe snowstorm hits
Here we go again. #Toronto’s annual open-and-shut Band-Aid operation of emergency shelters for inclement weather.

Updated Jan. 15, 2026
By Cathy Crowe Contributor

"Here we go again. Toronto’s annual open-and-shut Band-Aid operation of emergency shelters for inclement weather.

"I’m used to city councillors fighting hard for their communities — whether it’s for transit, schools, safe roads, libraries or parks — but none of them questioned why their Scarborough, East York, York, North York or Etobicoke wards had no cool centres.

"Instead, it appears they believe a single 24/7 cooling centre, likely operating in the lobby at Metro Hall, will be sufficient for everyone needing respite across a city that spans 43 km east to west and 21 km north to south. This despite the city’s own 2024 Street Needs Assessment that counted more than 1,600 people living outside and shelter data that documented more than 150 people per day denied shelter due to lack of space.
Toronto has botched its approaches to protect vulnerable people during extreme weather."

Source:
https://www.thestar.com/rolling-file/opinion-we-should-remember-unhoused-people-when-a-severe-snowstorm-hits/article_0ccef729-53aa-455e-bf22-69106af3e072.html

Archived version:
https://archive.ph/Ek5Fc

#EmergencyPreparedness #EmergencyShelters #ExtremeWeather #ClimateChange #WarmingCenters #CoolingCenters #Housing4All #TorontoON #Ontario #Canada

#Tennessee - #WilsonCounty adds #WarmingShelter hours. How to help

by Andy Humbles
Jan. 15, 2026, Updated Jan. 16, 2026

"The Wilson County Emergency Management Agency has added hours for its warming shelter, which will be set up at two locations with cold temperatures expected during the weekend and into next week.

Current hours and locations are as follows:

5 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17 to 9 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 18: Faith Lutheran Church, 1655 W. Main Street, #LebanonTN
5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 18 to 9 a.m., Munday, Jan. 19: Faith Lutheran Church, 1655 W. Main Street, Lebanon.
5 p.m., Monday, Jan. 19 to 9 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20: Q Barn, 914 Tennessee Blvd., Lebanon (Wilson County Fairgrounds).
5 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20 to 9 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 21: Q Barn, 914 Tennessee Blvd., Lebanon (Wilson County Fairgrounds).
5 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 21 to 9 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 22: Q Barn, 914 Tennessee Blvd., Lebanon (Wilson County Fairgrounds).

Plans are for shelters to close during the day, but hours are subject to change according to weather and volunteer availability, according to #WEMA.

The Q Barn will be marked with signs guiding visitors from the Tennessee Boulevard entrance. WEMA with community partners and volunteers operate the #WarmingShelter."

FMI (and to volunteer):
https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/wilson/2026/01/15/wilson-county-warming-shelter-opens-at-fairgrounds-as-temps-plunge/88194513007/

#PolarVortex #ExtremeCold #Southeast #WarmingShelters #EmergencyShelters

GONE! Because you don't want to give away taxpayer MONEY to build #CommunitySpace and #EmergencyShelters, do we?!!

Press Release from #USDA

USDA Rural Development Awards $2 Million to Town of Hollis for New Town Hall and Community Center

Sep 18, 2024 - "U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Maine State Director Rhiannon Hampson today announced a Community Facilities grant of $2M for the Town of Hollis. The York County town will use the grant towards the construction of a new town hall and community center."

https://www.rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-release/usda-rural-development-awards-2-million-town-hollis-new-municipal-building
#Censorship #DepartmentOfAgriculture #USDA #Grants

AN OVERVIEW OF HOMELESSNESS IN WATERLOO REGION

https://communityedition.ca/an-overview-of-homelessness-in-waterloo-region/

#AndrewReeves #Cambridge #charity #emergencyShelters #FightbackKW #financializationOfHousing #homelessness #housingCrisis #housingFirst #housingMarket #JusticeValente #KatarinaWex #kitchener #PECH #privateHousingSector #SDCWR #shelter #SocialDevelopmentCentreOfWaterlooRegion #supportWorkers #ThePlanToEndChronicHomelessness #UnionCoOp #UnionCoOperative #waterloo #waterlooRegion #WaterlooRegionYesInMyBackyard #YIMBY