Warming centers open across Detroit as cold weather moves in

DETROIT – Three warming centers opened in Detroit to offer residents a break from the winter chill and provide temporary relief to the homeless who do not utilize existing homeless shelters.

The warming centers are made possible by the City of Detroit, in conjunction with Cass Community Social Services and Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries.

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Cass Community Social Services, located at 1534 Webb Avenue, has 40 beds and provides services for families. The center is open from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries has 100 beds for men only at 3535 Third Avenue, open from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m. A second center with 25 beds for women and children only at 3840 Fairview Street is open from 4:30 p.m. to 9 a.m.

The three centers will operate daily during the cold weather months, including holidays.

During extreme cold, services will be extended to include daytime hours.

Upon entering the warming center, clients are expected to complete an intake process for admission.

The centers are supervised at all times to ensure safety and security. Two hot meals are provided, as well as counseling, showering and sleeping accommodations.

For more information regarding warming centers, call 313-224-9974 or 313-610-1859.