Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Freezing Weather Shelter
https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/housing/homelessness
Resource Details
Description

EXTREME WEATHER: Operates Nov 15 -Apr 15 when the temperature forecast calls for freezing weather. Persons experiencing homelessness can call the Coordinated Entry line 410-887-8463, and select option 1 to confirm activation and bed capacity at anytime. Shelter activation may be extended to include daytime hours when County offices are closed due to severe weather conditions. Men and women are separated unless it is a family. Activation begins at 6PM and continues through 9AM the following morning. Guests are asked to arrive for intake between 6-10PM.

Freezing Weather Shelter beds are available at the following locations:

  • The Eastern Family Resource Center located at 9150 Franklin Square Drive, Rosedale, MD 21237-the Freezing Weather Shelter can be accessed through the rear door not the main entrance.
  • Hannah More Family Shelter located at 12041 Reisterstown, Md 21136- the Freezing Weather Shelter can be accessed through the main entrance.
  • Westside Men’s Shelter located at 309 Redwood Circle Catonsville, MD 21228- the Freezing Weather Shelter can be accessed through the main entrance.
  • Woodlawn Recreation Center located at 2120 Gwynn Oak Avenue, Gwynn Oak MD 21207-the Freezing Weather Shelter can be accessed at the far right of and next to the Woodlawn Sr. Center.

 


Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Baltimore County
 
Hours Of Operation Only when Freezing weather is activated by Baltimore County.

Mon: 6PM 9AM
Tue: 6PM 9AM
Wed: 6PM 9AM
Thu: 6PM 9AM
Fri: 6PM 9AM
Sat: 6PM 9AM
Sun: 6PM 9AM
Program
Eligibility Only accepts men, women, and families when freezing weather has been activated for Baltimore County.
Program Fees None.
Application Process Call the Coordinated Entry line during regular business hours or the Baltimore County DSS After Hours call center at 410-583-9398 outside of regular business hours for a referral but will accept walk ins at the designated Freezing Weather shelter locations.
Documents Required The family must provide birth certificates or other documentation showing guardianship. Call for more information.
Programs at this agency Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Parenting and Caregiving
Center for Family Success, Family Support Center
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Adoptions
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, In Home Aide Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Coordinated Entry Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, District Offices
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children


Contact Information
Phone After Hours 410-583-9398
Coordinated Entry 410-887-8463 Option 1
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Sites offering this Program 9150 Franklin Square Drive
12041 Reistertown Road
309 Redwood Circle
2120 Gwynn Oak Avenue