URGENT: Winter Storm Resources for Unsheltered Neighbors
November 9, 2025
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Cook County from 9 PM tonight (11/9) through noon Monday (11/10). Lake effect snow may significantly impact Monday morning conditions.
For organizations serving unsheltered individuals, please share these warming resources:
24/7 ACCESS:
- SPARC (Shelter Placement and Resource Center) - 2241 S Halsted St | 312-748-5728 Open 24/7 for single adults seeking shelter placement, meals, laundry/showers, and overflow beds
- Chicago Police District Stations - Available 24/7 for warming and shelter connections
MONDAY, NOV 10 (9 AM - 5 PM): Six DFSS Community Service Centers will be open as warming centers:
- Englewood Center – 1140 W. 79th St
- Garfield Center – 10 S. Kedzie Ave
- MLK Center – 4314 S. Cottage Grove
- North Area Center – 845 W. Wilson Ave
- South Chicago Center – 8650 S. Commercial Ave
- Trina Davila Center – 4312 W. North Ave
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: All six DFSS Senior Centers (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM), plus Chicago Park District facilities, Chicago Public Libraries, and City Colleges are available for warming relief.
📍 Find locations: Warming Center Map on Chicago's Data Portal or call 3-1-1
Let's work together to ensure no one faces this storm without shelter.
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