More About Northwest Indiana Warming Centers ๐Ÿงกโ„๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ

As the wind chills and temperatures drop below freezing, we'd like to remind everyone that there will be temporary, emergency warming centers available for residents in need of a place to warm up during severe cold weather temperatures and power outages. ๐Ÿงกโ„๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Warming centers are facilities that provide relief from extreme cold weather conditions and typically do not have a formal plan to offer long-term relief, food, or other refreshments.

Hours, days, and locations are subject to change at any moment, or be extended under extreme conditions - so it is advisable to always contact the non-emergency number for your local police department, fire department, or 211 to confirm the information and for assistance. A Community Navigator can be reached 24/7 at 2-1-1.

Stay safe and warm!

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Non-Emergency Police Dispatch Phone #โ€™s

Jasper County: 219-866-7344
Lake County: 219-660-0000
La Porte County: 219-326-7700
Newton County: 219-474-5661
Porter County: 219-477-3000
Pulaski County: 574-946-3341
Starke County: 574-772-3771

La Porte County Temporary Emergency Shelters possible through Interfaith Community PADS.
(219) 276-7582

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BURNS HARBOR

From Burns Harbor Fire Department: โ€œWarming centers will be available by request. Please contact the non-emergency number 219-787-8591 for assistance. You will then be directed to one of several locations.โ€

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Town Hall, 1240 N Boo Rd
Fire Station, 308 Navajo Trail

Police Department: (219) 926-7611
Fire Department: (219) 926-1226

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CEDAR LAKE

Town Hall
7408 Constitution Ave
(219) 374-7000

Police Department: (219) 374-4444
Fire Department: (219) 374-5961

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CHESTERTON

From Chesterton Fire Department: โ€œAs always if you need shelter from the environment, the Chesterton Town Hall located at 726 Broadway is a 24/7 warming center.โ€

Town Hall Meeting Room
726 Broadway
(219) 926-1641
24/7

Police Department: (219) 926-1136
Fire Department: (219) 926-7162

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CROWN POINT

Emergency Warming Center - Must be activated by the City of Crown Point in extreme circumstances such as a power outage or inclement weather.

First Methodist Church of Crown Point
352 S Main St
If you need assistance, please call the emergency services non-emergency line at 219-660-0000.

Police Department: (219) 663-2131
Fire Department: (219) 662-3248

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DYER

From Dyer Police Department: โ€œPlease dress warm and prepare for low temperatures in the upcoming days. Please check on your neighbors and the elderly during these times. As always, any Dyer resident needing a warming shelter please contact Dyer PD non-emergency 219-660-0000.โ€

Police Department: (219) 865-1163
Fire Department: (219) 865-4226

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EAST CHICAGO

From East Chicago Police Department: โ€œThe parameters for opening a warming shelter in the City of East Chicago is a wind chill below zero degrees for 2 consecutive days. Hours for the warming shelter will be 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 am and it will be located at the Martin Luther King Center, 4802 Melville Avenue.โ€

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Heritage Hall Recreation Center, 4506 Tod Avenue, 219-391-8380
Salvation Army, 513 West Chicago Avenue, 219-398-2939

Police Department: (219) 391-8400
Fire Department: (219) 391-8472

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GARY

Salvation Army Gary-Merrillville Corps
4800 Harrison Street, Gary IN, 46408
219-887-6588
Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Calumet Township Multi-Purpose Center
men, women, children
1900 W 41st Ave
(219) 981-4020
8am-4pm

Brother's Keeper
men only
2120 Broadway
(219) 882-4459
8am-4pm

Ambridge Pavilion
men, women, children
2822 W 4th Ave
7am-6pm
Overnight accommodations: entry after 9pm, requires a police or fire personnel escort

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Brunswick Community Center, 775 Clark Rd, 219-944-1595
Genesis Convention Center, 9am-5pm, 1 Genesis Center Plaza, 219-882-5505
Glen Ryan Park Pavilion, 4220 E 6th Pl, 219-886-7113
Fire Stations, multiple locations
Hudson Campbell Sports & Fitness Center, 455 Massachusetts St, 219-886-2814
Oak Street Health, 4900 Broadway, 219-237-5170
Roosevelt Pavilion, 2145 Harrison St, 219-883-9408
City Hall, 401 Broadway, 219-881-1300
Oak Street Health, 4900 Broadway, 219-261-5447
Gary Metro Center, 200 W. 4th Ave., Open 24 hours

Police Department: (219) 881-7300
Fire Department: (219) 881-5252

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GRIFFITH

From Griffith Police Department: โ€œDuring emergency situations and inclement weather, temporary warming centers will be established at the Griffith Central Fire Station located at 130 N Lafayette St. Residents without access to shelter of a safe temperature or other safe living conditions can seek shelter at the fire station until conditions subside.

If residents are unable to provide their own transportation to the center, they are encouraged to call 219-924-7503 or 911.

Residents who wish to utilize the warming center are encouraged to bring blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, and other essentials, as well as snacks, medicines, and other items to hold them over during their time at the center.โ€

Police Department: (219) 924-7503
Fire Department: (219) 924-7500

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Griffith YMCA, 1345 N Broad St, 219-750-1082

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HAMMOND

From Mayor Thomas McDermott: โ€œWhen extreme cold is expected, the City of Hammond has designated the Civic Center, Jean Shepherd Community Center, and The Lost Marsh Golf Course as warming centers. Individuals may use these facilities during regular operating hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. if necessary to get out of the bitter cold. If a power outage were to occur, these shelters will remain open during the overnight hours.โ€

Civic Center
5825 Sohl Avenue, 46320
219-853-6378

Jean Shepherd Community Center
3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive, 46323
219-554-0155

The Lost Marsh Golf Course
1001 129th Street, 46320
(219) 932-4653

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Circle of Services Community Center, 2835 165th Street, 219-803-0659
North Township Government Offices, 5947 Hohman Avenue, 219- 932-2530
Hammond Central Fire Station, 6110 Calumet Ave, 219-853-6416
Hammond Public Library, 564 State St, 219-931-5100

Police Department: (219) 853-6490
Fire Department: (219) 853-6416

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HIGHLAND

โ€œPlease contact the Highland Fire Department at 219-923-9876 for information and arrangements.โ€

Lincoln Center
2450 Lincoln St
219-838-0114
Monday-Friday 5am-10pm
Saturday & Sunday 7am-7pm

Police Department: (219) 838-3184
Fire Department: (219) 923-9876

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HOBART

From the Hobart Police Department: โ€œThe City of Hobart will announce 24-hour warming centers when weather dictates. If you or someone you know is unable to reach these locations, please call 911 for assistance.โ€

HOBART
Fire Department
401 East 10th Street, Hobart IN, 46342
219-942-5184
Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Police Department
705 EAST 4TH STREET, HOBART IN, 46342
219-942-1125
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Community Room at the PCC Building, 705 E 4th St
Hobart Fire Station #1, 400 East 10th Street, 219-942-5184
Hobart Fire Station #2, 2411 W Old Ridge Rd
Hobart Fire Station #4, 7710 South Colorado Street, 219-942-5184
Hobart Police Substation, 2109 Southlake Mall, 219-769-6473
Hobart Public Library, 100 Main Street, 219-942-2243
Maria Reiner Center (Senior Citizens only), 705 East 4TH Street, 219-947-1864

Police Department: (219) 942-1125
Fire Department: (219) 942-5184

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LAKE STATION

From Lake Station Police Department: โ€œA 24-hour warming center will be made available under extreme weather conditions. Please contact the fire station for information.โ€

Lake Station Fire Station
1876 Fairview Avenue
219-962-8295

Police Department: (219) 962-1186
Fire Department: (219) 962-8295

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LA PORTE

From the La Porte County Sheriff:
The following are some of the warming centers that will be made available in La Porte County:
โ€ข La Porte County Sheriffโ€™s Office/County Complex, 809 State Street, La Porte
โ€ข The PAX Center, 605 Washington Street, La Porte
โ€ข Center Township Trustee Office, 1700 Lincolnway, Suite 6, La Porte (business hours)
โ€ข La Porte City Hall, 801 Michigan Avenue, La Porte (business hours)
โ€ข Michigan City Police Department (MCPD), 1201 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City
โ€ข Michigan City Fire Department, 2510 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City
โ€ข Michigan City City Hall, 100 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City (business hours)

For the location of the nightly designated Michigan City homeless shelter, please call MCPD at (219) 874-3221.

Please DO NOT leave your family pets unattended outside. If you need assistance, please contact the La Porte County Small Animal Shelter at (219) 326-1637.

Police Department: (219) 362-9446
Fire Department: (219) 362-3456

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LOWELL

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Community Center, 181 N Fremont St

Police Department: (219) 696-0411
Fire Department: (219) 696-6144

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MERRILLVILLE

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:

Impact Church, 7071 Broadway, 219-302-1153
Fire Station #71, 18 West 73rd Avenue, 219-769-8739
Fire Station #72, 7950 Taft Street, 219-769-8739
Fire Station #74, 850 West 57th Avenue, 219-769-8739
Town Hall, 7820 Broadway 2, 219-769-5711

Police Department: (219) 769-3722
Fire Department: (219) 769-8739

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MICHIGAN CITY

From the Michigan City Police Department: โ€œOur lobby located at 102 East 2nd St provides 24/7 temporary relief from extreme cold weather for a short period of time. We will have additional warming centers established. Any citizen needing transportation to a warming center may call the M.C. Police Departmentโ€™s non-emergency number at 219-874-3221. If you need help keeping your pets warm, youโ€™re advised to call the La Porte County Animal Shelter at (219) 326-1637.โ€

Keys to Hope Community Resource Center
1802 Franklin Street
(219) 809-9903
7:00am-5:00pm 7 days a week

Michigan City Fire Department
2510 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City IN, 46360
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
219-873-1440

Salvation Army
1201 Franklin St.
(219) 874-6885
This location offers emergency shelter. Please call for details.

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
City Hall, 100 East Michigan Boulevard, 219-873-1413
Fire Administration Building, 2510 East Michigan Blvd, 219-873-1440
Public Library, 100 East 4th St, 219-873-3044
Senior Center, 2 on the Lake, 219-873-1504

Police Department: (219) 874-3221
Fire Department: (219) 871-7700

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PORTAGE

Anyone knowing of someone in need of a warming shelter is encouraged to contact Jerry Czarnecki at 219-764-5409 or by email at JCzarnecki@ymcaofportage.org.

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Fire Station #1, 3401 Swanson Road, 219-762-7404
Fire Station #2, 6275 Old Porter Rd, 219-764-5770
Fire Station #3, 6070 Central Avenue, 219-762-7404
Woodland Park Blue Spruce Building, 2100 Willowcreek Rd, 219-762-1675
Woodland Park Community Center Complex, 2100 Willowcreek Rd, 219-762-1675

Police Department: (219) 874-3221
Fire Department: (219) 871-7702

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PORTER

From the Porter Police Department: โ€œWarming centers will be available by request. Please contact the non-emergency number 219-926-7611 for assistance. You will then be directed to one of several locations. Transportation may be available if you are unable to drive.โ€

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Fire Station, 550 W Beam St
Community Building, 500 Ackerman Dr

Police Department: (219) 926-7611
Fire Department: (219) 926-1226

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SOUTH HAVEN

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
Fire Station, 398 West 700 North, 219-759-3919

Fire Department: (219) 759-3919

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SAINT JOHN

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
St. John Town Public Safety Center, 11033 W 93rd Ave, 24/7

Police Department: (219) 365-6032
Fire Department: (219) 365-6034

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VALPARAISO

From the city of Valparaiso: โ€œThe City of Valparaiso has coordinated with local efforts to announce the availability of Warming Centers available when temperatures and wind chills dip below freezing. Please contact your non-emergency number for information:โ€

Locations that provide a temporary warming center for those needing relief from cold weather during normal business hours ONLY:

Porter County Public Library
103 Jefferson Street

Northwest Indiana Community Action
2001 Calumet Avenue

Valparaiso Family YMCA
1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive

Porter County Aging and Community Services
1005 Campbell Street

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Elderly & Special Needs Contact Assistance and Referral (CARE) Program

Developed to assist the elderly and special needs individuals who have little or no family support in the Valparaiso area. When extreme weather conditions occur, individuals from the Valparaiso Police Department will contact registered individuals to confirm their welfare.

To register for the program, contact the Valparaiso Police Department at 219.462.2135 or download the registration form here: (Click for Details and return it to the Valparaiso Police Department at 355 S. Washington St. Valparaiso, IN 46383 or to Captain Joe Hall at jhall@valpopd.com.

Locations that have been utilized as warming centers during emergency situations in the past:
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, 1511 LaPorte Ave, 219-464-4042
Vale Park Banta Enrichment Center, 605 Beech St, 219-462-1301
Valparaiso University Christopher Center Library, 1410 Chapel Dr, 219-464-5500

Police Department: (219) 462-0717
Fire Department: (219) 462-8325

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WHITING

From the City of Whiting: โ€œThe Whiting YMCA is open as a warming center during their business hours on an as-needed basis.โ€

Whiting Family YMCA
1938 Clark St
219-370-5091
M-F 4:45am-10pm
Saturday 6:30am-7pm
Sunday 12pm-7pm

Police Department: (219) 473-4440
Fire Department: (219) 659-1069

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CHICAGO AREA
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From the Indiana Department of Homeland Security:
"Indiana 211 is tracking warming centers as counties across the state prepare for the cold weather. Citizens looking for warming centers can call 2-1-1 or visit the website. Citizens and local officials are asked to notify Indiana 211 of warming centers available in their area."
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Date & Time

December 26, 2023

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