The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services Team Opens Cold Weather Warming Sites & Shelters
With the first snowfall landing across the region over Thanksgiving weekend, and chilling temperatures to accompany it, The Salvation Army’s Emergency and Disaster Services unit is gearing up at its Cold Weather Warming Sites and Shelters throughout Missouri and Southern Illinois. Warming Sites and Shelters are activated when a Cold Advisory is issued, signaling that the Cold Index or air temperature is expected to reach 32 degrees or below freezing.
Freezing weather can be dangerous, and The Salvation Army aims to be a place of hope and safety for those who are experiencing homelessness, or may be having trouble paying their utility bills.
In addition to serving as a safe space to warm up, The Salvation Army provides food and hydration, as well as overnight shelter in some locations.
The attached PDF outlines specific locations, hours and services provided.
- Illinois: 6 warming sites
- Missouri: 16 warming sites
Monetary donations are preferred to help The Salvation Army continue to provide critical social services throughout the region. For those in the St. Louis metro area, donations can be made online at STLsalvationarmy.org.