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Winter Shelter provides a safe refuge from illness, injury, and death during inclement weather. This Winter Shelter Collaborative is a partnership funded by the Office of Community Services of the City of Alexandria Department of Community and Human Services - with WS services held from 7pm to 7am November 1st through April 15th. For November and April, the openings are dependent on the weather. Non-City of Alexandria residents will have 1 night of winter shelter available prior to returning to their home jurisdiction.

Provides an overnight shelter for any individuals who would otherwise be outside in freezing temperatures, mid-November through Mid-March. This is not a shelter for families. The shelter is open on the nights when temperatures are low during the winter time period. This is a nighttime only shelter; residents are not permitted to stay during the day or to store possessions at the building. Transportation is provided from downtown locations each night 6:00-6:30 pm. In order to get on the bus to the Cold Weather Shelter, prospective residents should attend the evening's community meal at one of the downtown churches and wait for the bus at that location. Prospective residents may also provide their own transportation to the Cold Weather Shelter. Do not arrive the Cold Weather Shelter before 6:30 PM each night.

The Town of Tazewell offers its citizens another way to stay informed about urgent weather or emergencies, through text and email alerts from our Community Notification System. To sign up for this free service, please visit the website below Tazewell County Warming Stations If you are in need of assistance, you may call the following non-emergency number: (276) 988-0645. The following warming stations are now on standby and will be opened as needed. Abbs Valley Volunteer Fire Department Tazewell County EMS Station 2 1289 Boissevain Road, Bluefield, VA Alexander United Methodist Church 165 Church House Road, Bishop, VA Bluefield Town Hall 112 Huffard Drive, Bluefield, VA Burke’s Garden Volunteer Fire Department 7030 Burke’s Garden Road, Tazewell, VA Clearfork Volunteer Fire Department 7146 Clearfork Road, Bastian. VA Tannersville Volunteer Fire Department 1138 Freestone Valley, Tannersville, VA Tazewell County Volunteer Fire Department Fuller Perry Building FairGrounds Road, Tazewell, VA Thompson Valley Volunteer Fire Department 8905 Thompson Valley, Tazewell, VA

TO OUR HOUSE partners with faith-based and community organizations to provide temporary shelter for SINGLE homeless men and women during winter months (first Saturday in November through end of March). Report daily by 5:30pm to the Intake Center at NRCA; transportation provided to a warm location for the night and return to Intake Center the next morning. Meals provided.

Provides dinner and shelter, compassionate support, and access to services for people who are homeless. Shelter is provided through the combined effort of 60+ local congregations (Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Unitarian and more) and dozens of community organizations. PACEM operates from late October through early April. Mens shelter line (messages checked starting 5pm): (434)465-1392 Womens shelter (messages checked starting 5pm): (434)465-7521

Hypothermia Shelter Services will be provided in the Prince William Area from November 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. These services aim to prevent the loss of life or limb due to extreme cold weather conditions. The Hypothermia Shelter Services in Prince William Area will be provided by two organizations: StreetLight Ministries and Manassas Baptist Church. 1. StreetLight Ministries (Eastern Prince William County): Location: Super 8 Hotel, 17416 Jefferson Davis Highway, Dumfries, VA Capacity: 26 beds Operating Hours: 6:00 PM - 7:45 AM (open nightly regardless of temperature) Contact: [email protected] or call 703-227-7140 Reservation Process: Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM): Contact the Coordinated Entry System (CES) to reserve a bed. Saturday - Sunday: Call StreetLight Ministries directly at 703-227-7140. Note: This is not a first come, first served process. You must have a reservation to be admitted. Please do not arrive without confirmation. If you are unable to reserve a bed, contact Ferlazzo Shelter at 703-792-8734 for assistance. 2. Manassas Baptist Church (Western Prince William County): Location: 8730 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Capacity: 22 beds and 5 chair spaces Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday: 7:00 PM - 6:30 AM Wednesdays: 8:30 PM - 6:30 AM Sundays: Shelter remains open until 8:30 AM before church services begins. Contact: 571-277-0728 Important Details: Open when temperature reaches 32F or below, including wind chill. CES will announce if the shelter is open or closed on Thursdays and Mondays. This is on a first come, first serve basis. Clients may line up 20 minutes prior to opening on nights the shelter is active. Transportation is not provided; however, a bus stop is located next to the church.

Provides an overnight shelter for any individuals who would otherwise be outside in freezing temperatures, mid-November through Mid-March. This is not a shelter for families. The shelter is open on the nights when temperatures are low during the winter time period. This is a nighttime only shelter; residents are not permitted to stay during the day or to store possessions at the building. The adult women's location is downtown at FXBG Baptist Church. Transportation is provided from downtown locations each night 6:00-6:30 pm. In order to get on the bus to the Cold Weather Shelter, prospective residents should attend the evening's community meal at one of the downtown churches and wait for the bus at that location. Prospective residents may also provide their own transportation to the Cold Weather Shelter. Do not arrive the Cold Weather Shelter before 6:30 PM each night.

Serve those who are experiencing homelessness in Franklin County, Virginia and surrounding areas by providing a safe, clean, and warm space for the night through the winter months. An evening meal and breakfast are provided. Showers are available for those who are interested, toiletries are provided.

The Emergency Winter Shelter is open from November 1 through March 31 every year. The EWS is open from 4PM to 9AM. On days when the temperature remains below freezing, the shelter stays open throughout the day.

The Coordinated Entry System (CES) is a process developed to ensure that all people experiencing a housing crisis have fair and equal access to available resources and services. The CES team is trained in crisis response and will identify, assess, refer, and connect households to resources based on their strengths and needs. A dedicated hotline is available to homeless residents and those at risk of being homeless to quickly to connect to help and services, 703-792-3366.

For the coldest weeks of the year, HELP coordinates with over 30 area churches to provide a place that is safe and warm. “A Night’s Welcome” is a nightly shelter, but its location changes throughout the season as area churches open their doors to those in need. With the help of many volunteers and organizations, two hot meals, toiletries, and community are provided for individuals and families that find themselves on the street each winter.

Operates as a low barrier warming shelter annually serving homeless adults each year from the end of November until the end of March.

The Rescue Mission is a low barrier shelter offering meals, a bed, clinic services and more. Intakes are done daily. Extreme Weather Response (Cold, Snow, Ice, Heat) During declared extreme weather conditions, the Rescue Mission activates severe weather protocols. Services may include extended hours and expanded capacity based on conditions and available space.

Open Doors provides year-round low-barrier emergency shelter at the Navigation Center. The shelter program operates in a congregant setting, with initial admissions first-come, first-served. Significant weather programs are provided only on a night-by-night basis, as the weather warrants, between November and March each year, the traditional thermal season.

Identifies churches which provide emergency shelter for one week blocks during the winter months. Assists homeless individuals and couples in finding emergency temporary shelter. Provides individualized case management services and life skills groups to obtain housing stability and increased skills and income. Must call to determine designated church shelter of the week. *****FACETS' hypothermia prevention season begins on December 1 and goes through March 31****

The City of Lynchburg is anticipating a winter storm beginning Saturday afternoon, January 24 and continuing through Sunday, January 25. Heavy snow and sleet accumulations between six and 12 inches are expected, making travel very difficult to impossible. Extreme cold temperatures are expected to take hold Saturday and continue into next week, which will likely prolong the impact of the storm. The Salvation Army, 2215 Park Avenue, is operating a low-barrier warming center for unsheltered individuals and families in the community. The warming center will be open 24/7 beginning Friday evening, January 23. A hot meal will be served daily at 4:30 p.m. This warming center operation is partially funded by the City of Lynchburg’s Community Development Block Grant. The City is requesting the community’s help collecting the following items for the Salvation Army warming center: • New twin size sheet sets • New blankets or sleeping bags • New pillows • New thermal socks and gloves • Hand warmers • Personal hygiene items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, wipes) • Feminine hygiene products • Shelf-stable snacks (granola bars, crackers, ready-to-eat items) • Instant coffee, tea, or hot cocoa packets • Bottled water or Gatorade • Disposable cups and paper products • Towels These items can be dropped off at the following fire stations between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and before noon Saturday, January 24: • Station 1: 800 Clay Street • Station 3: 4701 Fort Avenue • Station 6: 2084 Fort Avenue • Station 7: 2624 Lakeside Drive GET PREPARED Residents are encouraged to take the following steps ahead of the weekend storm: • Stock emergency supplies (water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries) • Charge phones and backup batteries in case of power outages • Check on your neighbors, especially seniors, those living alone or anyone who may need extra help • Follow City of Lynchburg social media and subscribe to Lynchburg Alerts (details below)

WARM serves the homeless of Augusta County and Waynesboro, Virginia, through a Cold Weather Shelter at various local churches from November 20th to April.

A state of emergency has been declared in the City of Roanoke due to the incoming winter storm, which is expected to drop heavy snow and sleet beginning Saturday, January 24, and create safety risks and travel and essential service disruptions through Monday, January 26. Here's what you can do: • Prepare storm supplies now • Utilize off-street parking if possible to help snowplows move easily • Stay indoors and off the roads The following community centers will be available: -The Rescue Mission of Roanoke will be open 24 hours -Belmont Presbyterian Church, 1005 9th Street SE, will be open Saturday – Monday -RAM House will be open normal hours Saturday; CLOSED Sunday and Monday -The Least of These, 422 Luck Avenue SW, plans to be open 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, and can accommodate non-aggressive pets

Emergency Shelter designed to provide a safe and secure environment where homeless women, men and families can find temporary shelter. All can acquire the necessary skills and services appropriate to their individual situation and need in an effort to gain independence and sustainability. After hours number 434-941-7157

Program that coordinates interfaith congregations located in any area of Newport News to open their parish or social halls and provide food and shelter for individuals or families who would normally spend their nights sleeping on the streets, in cars, or perhaps in empty buildings or in the woods.

Provides the WATTS program, (Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter) which offers emergency shelter to families and individuals in the City of Winchester and County of Frederick. The program is comprised of various churches who network to provide weekly stays (Monday PM to Monday AM) for those needing emergency shelter during the winter months starting the first week in November through March. The following services are available: cots, shower facilities, laundromat tokens, nursing check-ups and two hot meals (dinner and breakfast). Check website for current schedule.

Emergency winter shelter operates mid-November through mid-March. Check website for Host Site Schedule: shelter serving homeless men, women and families in the Greater Williamsburg area. Swww.cofm.info/shelter-schedule.php Guests who stay in the program receive: shelter, three meals per day, toiletry items and bus passes (if they do not have their own transportation) free of charge.