The Winter Shelter Program is held annually to protect people experiencing homelessness during Los Angeles's colder months. Winter Shelters are located all across the County, and will be operating 24 hours a day.

People in need of transportation should go to 211la.org and use the chat feature to request a ride.

For more information, please see our English and Spanish Winter Shelter Flyers.

For any inquiries, please email wintershelter@lahsa.org.

winter Shelter Hotline

2 - 1 - 1

Wait times may be longer than usual during times of crisis.

Self-service options are available on 211's website, here.

Am I Eligible for the Winter Shelter Program?

All Winter Shelter Participants must be

At least
18 years old

and

Experiencing
Homelessness

What can I expect at a Winter Shelter site?

Safety

Shelters will follow new DPH guidelines regarding protocols for COVID-19 and Monkeypox to keep everyone healthy and safe on site.

Pet
Acceptance

Shelters welcome pets and emotional support animals.

Food

Shelters serve 3 meals a day.

Meals at Weather-Activated shelters dependent on activation hours.

How do I access a Winter Shelter?

1

Find a Shelter

Scroll down for a list of shelters and addresses.

2

Call to Check Availability

From any phone, dial 2-1-1, to be referred to a shelter location closest to you, by pressing 4 for English. 211-LA-County will ensure there is a bed available prior to the referral. There are a limited number of beds at each site.

3

Pack your Bags

All shelters have a two (2) bag restriction. Anything more will not be allowed on the site.

4

Find Transport

You can go directly to the Shelter Location.

People in need of transportation should go to 211la.org and use the chat feature to request a ride.

Seasonal Winter Shelter Locations

Provider	# of Beds	Period Of Operation	Address	Population Served	SPA	Status
Advancing Communities Together	35	11/08/2025 - 03/31/2026	38626 9th St E, Palmdale, CA 93550	Co-Ed	1	Active
African Communities Public Health Coalition	16	11/17/2025 - 03/31/2026	1240 Arlington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019	Women	4	Active
Bryant Temple AME	50	12/15/2025 - 03/31/2026	5500 S Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA 90037	Co-Ed	6	Active
Home at Last	63	11/04/2025 - 03/31/2026	5533 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062	Co-Ed	6	Active
Home at Last	70	11/14/2025 - 03/31/2026	5165 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037	Men	6	Active
Home at Last	50	11/01/2025 - 03/31/2026	8770 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90003	Women	6	Active
Whittier First Day	11	11/01/2025 - 03/31/2026	12426 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 90602?	Co-Ed	7	Active
First to Serve	40	11/17/2025 - 03/31/2026	702 W Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90813	Co-Ed	8	Active