Hope Haven is doing its part to help Chatham-Kent’s homeless come in from the cold.
The Chatham agency, located at 183 Wellington St., will again be opening its doors as 24-hour, seven day a week, winter warming centre.
The centre will be to anyone in need if an extreme cold weather event is declared by Chatham-Kent Public Health.
According to a municipal report, there are approximately 75 local residents being sheltered in emergency housing on any given night, with others waiting for a bed to become available.
Transportation can be arranged for people living outside Chatham’s downtown core by calling the Homeless Response Line at 519-354-6228.
Other organizations are also open to providing warmth to individuals during business hours, including:
Wallaceburg’s Salvation Army at 600 Lowe Ave. is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., while the Chatham Salvation Army at 19 Raleigh St. is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
R.O.C.K. Mission outreach is available to provide help on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The agency can be reached at 519-354-0430 ext. 205.
Chatham-Kent’s Employment and Social Services is also open at 435 Grand Ave. W., Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ashley’s Place in Tilbury at 75 Queen St. is open Tuesday to Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you are interested in volunteering or supporting the most vulnerable citizens in our community, consider donating time or money to one of listed organizations.
If you want to help or can provide a warm space for those in need, contact Allison Ford at 519-351-8573 ext. 2256.
