Homeless in RI: Weather Emergency Days Ahead – Shelters, Warming Centers, Resources

RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HOUSING HIGHLIGHTS AVAILABLE RESOURCES AHEAD OF EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER

With inclement weather expected this weekend and early next week, the Executive Office of Housing is urging Rhode Islanders in need to access available resources and is announcing the activation of four emergency pop-up sites to provide additional safe, warm places to stay.

Below, please find a list of emergency pop-up sites, overnight warming centers, seasonal emergency shelters, and daytime resource and warming centers that are operating and ready to provide support this weekend. A comprehensive list, inclusive of state funded year-round shelters, can be found here: https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness

EMERGENCY WINTER POP-UP SITES

Emergency pop-up sites are temporary locations that open as needed during periods of severe or inclement weather. These sites open at the discretion of their operators, do not follow a fixed schedule, and may have varying accommodations.

Council of Churches Emergency Pop-up Sites

Note: To access a site below, individuals should first go to Matthewson Street Church.

• Addresses:
• Matthewson Street Church, 134 Matthewson Street, Providence, RI
• Community Church of Providence, 372 Wayland Avenue, Providence, RI
• Open Table of Christ, 1520 Broad Street, Providence, RI
• Hours of operation: Open nightly 2/22, 2/23, and 2/24 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Population served: All

Town of West Warwick Emergency Pop-up Site

Note: To access the site below, individuals should go directly to the address listed.

• Address: West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory Street, West Warwick, RI
• Hours of operation: Open 2/22 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m.
• Population served: All

OVERNIGHT WARMING CENTERS: 

Overnight warming centers provide safe, temporary indoor spaces for individuals seeking relief from cold weather and access to services. Hours of operation vary by location, and projects may offer various accommodations to help people stay warm overnight. To access an overnight warming center, individuals should go directly to the address listed.

Crossroads Overnight Warming Center 

• Address: 160 Broad Street Providence, RI
• Hours of operation: 24 hours
• Population served: All

Newport Mental Health Overnight Warming Center  

• Address: 1 Eisenhower Street, Newport, RI
• Hours of operation: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Population served: All

SEASONAL EMERGENCY SHELTERS:    

Seasonal emergency shelters provide safe overnight accommodations for individuals experiencing homelessness during the coldest months. These shelters offer protection from inclement weather and may also provide additional services, including case management, behavioral health support, substance use disorder treatment, meals, and housing navigation. To access a seasonal emergency shelter, individuals should go directly to the address listed or to a regional access point.

Community Care Alliance Seasonal Shelter  

• Address: 356 Clinton Street, Woonsocket, RI
• Hours of operation: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Population served: All

Harvest Sanctuary Men’s Seasonal Shelter  

• Address: 60 North Main Street, Woonsocket, RI
• Hours of operation: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Population served: Men

OpenDoors Family Seasonal Shelter   

• Address: 572 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI
• Hours of operation: 24 hours
• Population served: Women & children

WARM Center Seasonal Shelter  

•  Address: 56 Spruce Street, Westerly, RI & 8 North Road, Peace Dale, RI
•  Hours of operation: 24 hours
• Population served: All

DAYTIME RESOURCE & WARMING CENTERS:   

Daytime resource and warming centers are sites that open daily to provide individuals with safe, staffed areas where they can stay warm, access basic needs, and connect with essential supports and services. To access a daytime resource & warming center, individuals should go directly to the address listed.

Community Care Alliance Warming Center  

• Address: 245 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI
• Hours of operation: M-F 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Weekends & Holidays 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Population served: All

Youth Pride, Inc. Warming Center  

• Address: 743 Westminster Street, Providence, RI
• Hours of operation: M-F 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Population served: Young adults ages 18-24

Municipalities may also open community based warming centers for those in need. For details on the resources available in your municipality, please contact your city or town directly.

The Executive Office of Housing encourages media outlets and community partners to share this information widely to ensure Rhode Islanders know where to go to stay safe and warm.

More Resources HERE:  A comprehensive list, inclusive of state funded year-round shelters, can be found here: https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness