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Santa Clara Police Department
Thursday December 6th, 2018 :: 02:00 p.m. PST

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Cold Weather Resources

It’s cold out! If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, below are a handful of local resources:
• Prince of Peace Church is coordinating safe parking locations for homeless persons living in vehicles.
o Small vehicles only (no RV's)
o Parking can begin at 8:00pm; vehicles must leave by 7:00am
o Portable lavatories will be available
o Individuals must be pre-screened to participate. To be screened, call 408-509-9221
• HomeFirst’s CWSP provides emergency shelter, showers, meals, medical services and a safe environment for homeless individuals in North and South County. This season’s program will operate on a referral basis only and will guarantee guests a bed throughout the cold weather season. No drop-in services.
o The South County Shelter is located at the Gilroy Armory, 8490 Wren Avenue. To reserve a space call (408)489-8781 or email [email protected]
o The North County Shelter is located at the Mountain View Shelter, 748 Mercy Street. To reserve a space call (408)590-8196 or email [email protected] If you are homeless and are looking for support services, please call the HomeFirst Homeless Helpline at (408)510-7600.
• Inclement Weather Shelters
o Persons can text the word "BadWeather" to 888777 to be added to a notification list
o These shelters are open specific days and during significant weather events only

Address/Location
Santa Clara Police Department
601 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95050

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 408-615-5580

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