Warming centers open tonight
Memphis sent this bulletin at 01/13/2024 11:56 AM CST
An emergency warming center for women, children, and families will open at 7:00 PM on Saturday, January 13, 2024 atthe Hospitality Hub, 590 Washington Ave, Memphis, TN 38105. The warming center will open until further notice.
An additional emergency warming center for single men will open at 7:00 PM on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at the Dave Wells Community Center, 915 Chelsea Ave, Memphis, TN 38107. The warming center will remain open until further notice.
A Emergency Warming Center is a temporary facility for those in need of a place for respite from the cold weather. The warming center is not intended to replace the services provided by a shelter. Openings are available at local shelters for anyone who is in need of food assistance or overnight sleepingaccommodations. Those seeking overnight accommodations are encouraged to seek assistance from our partners at the Union Mission located at 383 Poplar Avenue,901-526-8403 or The Salvation Army located at 696 Jackson Avenue,901-529-4545.
Beginning at 6:30 PM, persons needing a ride to either warming center via MATA may contact Hospitality Hub at (901) 297-1680 to schedule pickup.