Emergency 24 hour temporary shelter during winter months November 1st through April 30th. No drinking or drugs allowed at the shelters (cannot bring in alcohol, drugs, or weapons) but persons who are intoxicated are not turned away.

The Warming Shelter in Sioux City offers a temporary emergency shelter for people who do not have a warm place to stay out of the cold and winter weather. It is open from November 1st to April 30th annually.

Welcomes any and all who are in need of shelter, provides support necessary to help these individuals get their lives on track, provides shelter, food, and hope, stability, and finally help them on a path to reintegrate into the community and become a contributor to the region.

Provides a space where people can visit to get lunch, do laundry, check email, or make photocopies. Also provides heated facilities during extreme cold weather and air conditioned facilities during extreme hot weather. The space is available to those who are homeless, people new in town, and for anyone in need.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

Offers an older Adult and Senior Activity Center that provides seniors a place to gather and socialize. Staff will help refer those in need to other agencies for help as needed. The Center also acts as a warming/cooling center for the general population of DeWitt County during times of emergency or disaster.

The Friendship Center is also a Peace Meal congregate and home-delivery site. Peace Meals are available weekly, Monday through Friday.

Offers help for those needing respite from the summer heat or the freezing temperatures of winter. The decision is determined by the local weather agencies.

Daily shelter with a capacity for 10-15 people. Meals provided daily. Showers also available.

GDC serves low income, homeless and/or recently incarcerated individuals. Services include:

-- Free or low-cost tattoo removal program

-- Economic assistance to obtain State ID, birth certificate, and applying for social security

-- Mental health group/individual therapy

-- Assistance with employment process

-- Stress reduction classes

-- Bus tickets*

-- Opportunity for community services

-- Clothing

-- Finance classes*

*Class schedules are limited to a certain number of participants and are scheduled on certain days. Bus ticket availability will vary by day.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

Offers an older Adult and Senior Activity Center that provides seniors a place to gather and socialize. Staff will help refer those in need to other agencies for help as needed. The Center also acts as a warming/cooling center for the general population of DeWitt County during times of emergency or disaster.

The Friendship Center is also a Peace Meal congregate and home-delivery site. Peace Meals are available weekly, Monday through Friday.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

Offers a warming and cooling center during regular business hours.

Warming centers.

-- NEBRASKA PEER CENTER (OMAHA): Open to the public, including those banned from local shelters (unless involved in a safety concern). Offers coffee, water, and donuts when available.

-- IOWA PEER CENTER (COUNCIL BLUFFS): Individuals who are banned/barred from local shelters are not welcome. Serving adults with mental health concerns, substance use, or housing instability. Offers water, coffee, phone/computer, peer support staff, optional groups, case management for those who qualify. Hand warmers, gloves, hats, blankets available.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

For persons in the community who experience homelessness, housing instability, mental illness, substance use, or extreme poverty.

Provides:

-- Safe, hospitable environment.

-- Protection from the elements.

-- Showers/hygiene.

-- Laundry.

-- Mail delivery and postage for client's correspondence.

-- Socialization.

-- Access to telephone and messages.

-- Nurse practitioner through Crossing Healthcare.

-- Connection to community resources, i.e., basic needs, food, shelter/housing, clothing, medical needs, job opportunities.

Also acts as a warming and cooling center for people during extreme weather.

Warming center available on days when temperatures are below freezing (32 degrees Fahrenheit). Men, women, and families are welcome to the space without residing in the center itself. Lunch and dinner are available to guests at 12 pm and 6 pm. All guests will have access to any Open Door Mission partner agencies on-site.

Must complete intake if staying overnight.

Warming centers.

-- NEBRASKA PEER CENTER (OMAHA): Open to the public, including those banned from local shelters (unless involved in a safety concern). Offers coffee, water, and donuts when available.

-- IOWA PEER CENTER (COUNCIL BLUFFS): Individuals who are banned/barred from local shelters are not welcome. Serving adults with mental health concerns, substance use, or housing instability. Offers water, coffee, phone/computer, peer support staff, optional groups, case management for those who qualify. Hand warmers, gloves, hats, blankets available.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.

All DHS offices across the state are open for people to use as a warm/cool place to stay during office hours.