Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Jay Shatara, Public Information Officer (269) 337-8945
The Red Cross will open a 24-hour shelter starting Thursday, Feb. 23 at 5 p.m. at the Douglass Community Association located on 1000 W Paterson St. in Kalamazoo.
The Red Cross will provide cots, food, and water. Bringing your own bedding is highly encouraged. Please make sure to bring your necessary medications and toiletries. Please also bring things to occupy your children.
As a reminder there are two day warming centers currently operating at The River Church on 517 Walbridge St. and The Salvation Army on 1700 S Burdick St. Salvation Army (Hosted by Kalamazoo Coalition for the Homeless) is open from 12-5 p.m. Tuesday & Friday.
The River Church (Hosted by Integrated Services of Kalamazoo) is open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The Gospel Mission is open for overnight stays.
As ice hits the city, please stay safe in the winter weather.
