01/22/2026
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐓𝐄𝐑 & 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
The NWS predicts that Kalamazoo will see more frigid temperatures in the coming days. Windchills of -15 degrees are predicted on Friday and -10 degrees on Saturday.
There are several warming shelters and centers available for those in need. Shelters accommodate overnight stays and centers accommodate daytime use. Residents are encouraged to take refuge indoors during periods of extreme cold, snow, or freezing rain. Prolonged exposure to cold weather can quickly lead to hypothermia, frostbite, and other dangerous cold-related medical conditions. According to the National Weather Service, exposed skin can develop frostbite in as little as 30 minutes with -18 degree windchills. The City of Kalamazoo wants to prevent anyone from experiencing cold related injuries or death. The following list includes details on options for warming shelters and centers in the Kalamazoo area.
Warming Shelter – Ministry with Community, 500 N Edwards St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Open now through the end of March, 2026.
*Adults only. No pets. Please contact Housing Resource Inc. at (269)382-0287 x1 during normal business hours in order to register for stays.
Warming Shelter – Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries, 448 N Burdick St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Open now.
*Adults and children with parents’ welcome. Valid state or Kalamazoo County identification proving Kalamazoo metropolitan area residency is temporarily lifted due to weather conditions. Residency / ID requirement will be back in effect on 02/01/26. Call (269)345-2974 for more information.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries, 448 N Burdick St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Open all days when temperatures are below freezing, 9 AM – 4 PM when guests can transition straight to dinner.
*No identification nor residency requirement for KGM “warming center” utilization.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Public Library Central Library, 315 S Rose St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Open 9 AM – 8 PM on Monday – Thursday, 9 AM – 6 PM on Fridays, 10 AM – 5 PM on Saturdays, 1 PM – 5 PM on Sundays.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Public Library Washington Square Branch, 1244 Portage St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001
Open 1 PM – 6 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays, 1 PM – 8 PM on Wednesdays, 10 AM – 6 PM on Thursdays, 10 AM – 5 PM on Fridays, 10 AM – 2 PM on Saturdays, closed on Sundays.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Public Library Eastwood Branch, 1112 Gayle Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49048
Open 1 PM – 8 PM on Mondays, 1 PM – 6 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 AM – 6 PM on Thursdays, 10 AM – 5 PM on Fridays, 10 AM – 2 PM on Saturdays, closed on Sundays.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Public Library Alma Powell Branch, 308 W North St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Open 1 PM – 6 PM on Mondays, 1 PM – 8 PM on Tuesdays, 1 PM – 6 PM on Wednesdays, 10 AM – 6 PM on Thursdays, 10 AM – 5 PM on Fridays, 10 AM – 2 PM on Saturdays, closed on Sundays.
Warming Center – Kalamazoo Public Library Oshtemo Branch, 7265 W Main St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009
Open 10 AM – 8 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays, 10 AM – 6 PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 AM – 5 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, closed on Sundays.
Warming Center – Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1515 Helen Ave, Portage, Michigan 49002
Open now through March 31, 2026, 10 AM – 2 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.
*They have vans that will pick up from Ministry with Community at 10 AM and Airport Inn at 11 AM. They will drop back off at 2 PM. Lunches are provided. Service dogs are allowed, but no other pets.
Warming Center – Portage District Library, 300 Library Ln, Portage, Michigan 49002
Open 9 AM – 9 PM on Monday – Thursday, 9 AM – 6 PM on Fridays, 9 AM – 5 PM on Saturdays, 1 PM – 5 PM on Sundays
Warming Center – Portage Zhang Senior Center, 203 E Centre Ave, Portage, Michigan 49002
Open 8 AM – 5 PM Mondays and Fridays, 7 AM – 7:30 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 2 PM – 5 PM on Sundays.
*Service dogs are allowed, but no other pets.
Warming Center – Salvation Army Kalamazoo, 1700 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001
Open 9 AM – 3 PM Monday through Friday.
*Light snacks and water will be provided. Service dogs are allowed, but no other pets.
Transportation:
Metro Transit will provide free transportation to warming shelters and warming centers through the evening of 01/24/26. Many bus routes are within a minute walk from most shelters and centers. Riders must specifically request transportation to a warming shelter or center to qualify for free fare.
Metro Connect will provide free transportation to riders outside of the Metro Bus service area or with mobility needs who are specifically requesting transportation to a warming shelter or center. Please call Metro Connect Dispatch for ride requests at (269)350-2970.
If you are planning on visiting Westminster Presbyterian Church Warming Center on Tuesday or Thursday and need transportation, they will pick you up from Ministry with Community at 10 AM and Airport Inn at 11 AM. They will drop off to both locations at 2 PM. These rides are free. They are unable to pick up or drop off to other locations. If you need transportation from other areas in the Kalamazoo area through 01/24/26, you may use Metro Transit for free rides to the warming center.
In addition to warming shelters and centers, there are additional mobile resources available for those in the unhoused community experiencing cold-related challenges. The City of Kalamazoo Public Safety Community Service Team (CST) will respond to the individual to discuss different assistance options available. CST can be reached by calling Kalamazoo Consolidated Dispatch at (269) 488-8911 or by email at: [email protected]. If an unhoused individual believes they are experiencing a cold related medical issue which is not an emergency, Street Medicine Kalamazoo (SMKzoo) is also available to help. SMKzoo offers doctor provided healthcare services to the unhoused community and will meet them wherever they are. They can be reached by calling or texting (269) 220-0372. As always, if anyone is experiencing any sort of cold or health emergency, please call 911.
