HENNEPIN COUNTY, Minn. — Warming centers are now open around the metro area for those who need a place to sleep at night.
In Ramsey and Hennepin County, spaces are available during specified hours and open to the public.
Ramsey County's spaces are up and running until Feb. 28, 2023 and are open nightly from 9:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Staff is available from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. to help those in need of a warm space or extra bed. The warming space locations include the following:
- Union Gospel Mission- for adults only
- Phalen Activity Center - for adults only
- Newell Park Building - for kids and families
A free shuttle service between warming spaces is available from 9 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. nightly, with stops including Safe Space, Maplewood Mall, Union Depot, and St. Paul Opportunity Center.
In Hennepin County, all area libraries are available as warming spaces and include computer access and free Wi-Fi. The Hennepin Count Government Center in downtown Minneapolis is also open as a warming center.
Other county warming centers include:
- Catholic Charities – Adult Opportunity Center
- Peace House Community
- Hope Avenue Twin Cities with Freedom from the Streets
- The Bridge for Youth (ages 10–17 only)
- Youthlink (ages 16–24 only)
Visit the Hennepin County website for more locations and information on emergency overnight shelters.
Frostbite can happen any time temperatures dip below freezing, and in conditions like those expected this week, it occurs quickly. If you start to experience frostbite, here are five things M Health Fairview says you should know:
- Get inside as soon as possible if you notice numbness or a change in skin color
- Rewarm the affected area slowly.
- Blisters are a sign you need medical attention.
- Certain medical conditions increase your risk for frostbite.
- Prevention is key.
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