Housing Help and Resources

During winter weather, the City of Colorado Springs reminds citizens of emergency shelters and winter services for those in need. Each shelter adjusts its protocols based on weather conditions, so it’s important to call ahead or check online for real-time updates during cold weather events.

The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management activates an Extreme Cold Weather Sheltering Coordination Plan with robust communications, transportation, and services whenever any one or more of the following conditions are anticipated:

• Max of 9 degrees for two or more days (single digit max)
• 10 inches or more of snow overnight in the downtown Colorado Springs area (double digit snowfall overnight)
• -18 degree wind chill
• Loss of a primary shelter facility or an unanticipated influx of those seeking shelter

Primary shelter providers are Springs Rescue Mission and HopeCOS.

Emergency Shelter for Adults

Springs Rescue Mission

When temperatures fall below 19°F or heavy snowfall occurs, SRM implements a severe weather protocol that allows temporarily suspended guests to return by signing an agreement. Guests must not have aggressive offenses. There is limited access due to significant health needs and referrals to specialized care. Re-admission is possible when conditions improve. Guests must be able to independently care for themselves without assistance. This includes activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, and/or management of medical equipment.

• Location: 5 West Las Vegas, 80903
• Hours: Open 24/7
• Beds: 450+ for adults of all genders
• Pets: Accepted if they can be kenneled
• Contact: 719-884-2761

Emergency Shelter for Adults and Families with Children

Hope COS Emergency Shelter

Opens as resources allow; generally when the temperature is forecasted to fall below 19°F and when Springs Rescue Mission has activated its harm reduction protocol. Transportation can be provided, please do not call for transportation until after the shelter is opened. Shelter information and opening status are posted at hopecos.org/warming-shelter-information

• Location: The Sanctuary gym - 1930 W Colorado Ave 80904
• Hours: Vary - visit website for information
• Beds: Up to 120 for individuals and families with children experiencing homelessness
• Pets: Accepted
• Contact: hopecos.org/warming-shelter-information

The following organizations do not operate emergency winter shelter but do adjust operations during cold weather.

Shelter for Families

Salvation Army RJ Montgomery Family Hope Center

Cold Weather Operations:

• If temperatures drop below 32°F, families can stay inside but lunch is not provided.
• If District 11 (D11) schools close due to weather, families may stay at the shelter and will receive lunch.
• Shelter Location: 709 S. Sierra Madre, 80903
• Rooms: 31 for families with children under 18 (must have at least 1 adult and 1 child)
• Contact: 719-578-9190

Shelter for Youth (15 - 20 years old)

The Place

• Provides a Drop-In Center for youth ages 15-24 that can also be accessed during cold weather.
  • Location: 2708 E Fountain Blvd
  • Hours: 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, with emergency support until 5pm.
• Shelter Location: 423 E. Cucharras, 80903
• Beds: 20 beds for youth aged 15 to 20 (all genders)
• Contact: 719-244-3959 (daytime), 719-205-7129 (after hours)