Stay Warm and Safe This Winter: Spokane’s Warming Shelters

As winter temperatures settle over Spokane, it’s essential to ensure that everyone in our community, especially those experiencing houselessness, has access to warmth and safety. The Carl Maxey Center urges Spokane residents to be informed about available warming shelters and help direct individuals in need to these critical resources.

Why Warming Shelters Are Vital

Warming shelters provide a safe haven for individuals exposed to freezing temperatures, reducing the risk of hypothermia, frostbite, and other cold-related illnesses. These shelters are more than just a place to stay; they are lifelines for those facing harsh winter conditions.

Where to Find Warming Shelters

• Daytime Shelters: For individuals seeking shelter during the day, Spokane offers multiple locations where people can stay warm and access supportive services. Find an up-to-date map of daytime shelters here.

• West Central Community Center 1603 N Belt St

• Northeast Community Center 4001 N Cook St

• MLK Center 500 S Stone St

• The Carl Maxey Center (M-F) 10AM - 4PM 3114 E 5th Ave

• Spokane Public Library Locations:

  • 3224 S Perry St

  • 2111 W Wellesley Ave

  • 402 S Pittsburg St

  • 4909 W Barnes Rd

  • 4110 N Cook St

  • 906 W Main Ave

• Overnight Shelters: As temperatures drop overnight, dedicated overnight shelters open their doors to those in need. These locations ensure that everyone has a safe place to sleep. View the map of overnight shelters here.

• Compassionate Addiction Treatment 168 S Division St

• Family Promise of Spokane 2002 E Mission Ave

• Hope House 318 S Adams St

• Jewels Helping Hands

  • 1526 E 11th Ave

  • 3923 N Cedar St

• Trent Resource & Assistance Center 4320 E Trent Ave

• Crosswalk Youth Shelter 525 W 2nd Ave

• House of Charity 32 W Pacific Ave

• Truth Ministries 1910 E Sprague Ave

• Young Adult Shelter 3104 E Augusta Ave

How You Can Help

1. Spread the Word: Share this information with your friends, family, and networks. Awareness can save lives.

2. Volunteer or Donate: Many warming shelters rely on community support to provide meals, blankets, and other resources. Check with local shelters for ways to help.

3. Be a Guide: If you encounter someone in need, direct them to the nearest warming shelter. If you’re unsure of locations, use the linked maps for guidance.

At the Carl Maxey Center, we believe that every member of our community deserves warmth, dignity, and care. Together, we can ensure that no one in Spokane faces the winter alone.

Stay warm, Spokane! Let’s look out for one another.