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SEE:  Good Samaritan Shelter,  the fiscal agent for this program.  Freedom Warming Centers provide overnight accommodations for homeless and chronically homeless individuals. We are a shorter-term shelter operating when temperatures or a combination of weather conditions can be life-threatening for individuals living on the streets, many living with chronic health conditions. Along with a safe warm place to rest, Freedom Warming Center guests receive a hot meal, personal toiletry items, sack lunch, and if necessary a new jacket or socks. We activate (open) between November 15 and March 31, when weather conditions can pose a danger to those forced to live out of doors. Hours of operation are 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Guests receive resources and referrals for drug treatment centers, health/wellness clinics, mental health services, housing options, and other homeless-related services. There are no restrictions or barriers for accessing the Freedom Warming Centers; the only requirement is people must remain respectful of each other and the warming center. Pets are welcome.

Contact Person
Kathy Hayes
Contact Email
Address
Freedom Warming Centers

400 West Park
Santa Maria, CA 93458
United States

Phone number
805-623-5304
Needs
Organization Parent
Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara
Phone
(805) 636-5174