The Salvation Army will have multiple shelters open across Dallas, Tarrant and Collin Counties.
DALLAS — As North Texas is about to get its coldest weather of the season so far, warming shelters are opening across the region for those in need.
The Austin Street Center just opened its temporary shelter at 2929 Hickory St., providing shelter, meals and blankets to the unhoused. For more information, click here.
Additionally, the Salvation Army is opening up five overnight warming shelters across Dallas, Tarrant and Collin Counties. These shelters also offer warm food and drink, as well as clean-up kits and other care.
The shelters are located as followed:
The Carr P. Collins Social Service Center – 5302 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas.The Garland Corps Community Center – 451 W. Ave. D, Garland.
The Arlington Corps Community Center – 712 W. Abram St., Arlington.The Mabee Social Services Center – 1855 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth.
The McKinney Corps Community Center – 600 Wilson Creek Parkway, McKinney.
“We recognize the severity of the cold weather forecast for North Texas and the serious threat it presents to our most vulnerable neighbors in need,” Major Rob Webb, area commander of The Salvation Army of North Texas, said in a statement. “As an organization deeply involved in the communities we serve, The Salvation Army can respond without delay when disasters strike or temperatures drop abruptly. While we provide critical relief during the winter months, our work does not stop there — we remain dedicated to helping individuals overcome poverty, addiction, and homelessness throughout the entire year.”