Emergency Shelter (Urban): The Shelter List
Keep a list of local shelters, their hours, and requirements. Save it on your phone and have a physical copy in your bag.
Keep a list of local shelters, their hours, and requirements. Save it on your phone and have a physical copy in your bag.
Some gyms have 24-hour access and can provide a safe, warm space. Check membership policies or day passes for temporary use.
Some libraries stay open late or have 24-hour reading rooms. They are safe, warm, and quiet places to rest if you have nowhere else to go. Check local hours.
Convenience stores with 24-hour access can provide a temporary safe space to rest (if polite) or buy essential supplies. Keep a small stash of water and snacks in your bag for emergencies.
If homeless or displaced, identify the nearest 24-hour establishments (hotels, laundromats, hospitals) that offer temporary shelter. Keep a list of local shelters and their intake hours.