Hypothermia Fact Sheet
- The hypothermia season begins November 1 and ends March 31.
- The Emergency Management Agency issues Hypothermia Alerts when the temperature is 32 degrees Fahrenheit or below, or when the wind chill factor creates the same effect. The hours of operation for the hypothermia alert are 7pm to 7am, but will be extended until the temperature or wind chill factor rises above 32 degrees.
- DHS has established partnerships with business and community organizations to prevent hypothermia deaths. Participants wear "I'm a Hypothermia Watch Partner" buttons, post flyers and encourage others to be alert for those in need of assistance.
- Shelter services are provided to approximately 13,480 men, women, and families throughout the year. The current shelter system provides more than 1,970 beds for single adults and families with children. Approximately 600 people who are at risk choose not to enter shelters.
- Twelve agencies provide the homeless who remain on the streets with food, beverages, blankets, gloves, jackets, boots, hats, sleeping bags, medical services, case management, and counseling.
For more information, visit the DC Department of Human Services website or call the Shelter Hotline at 800. 535.7252.
Families in need of emergency shelter should call the hotline after hours or visit the District’s central intake office during business hours.
Central Intake for EmergencyFamilyShelter
VirginiaWilliamsFamilyResourceCenter
920-A Rhode Island Ave., NE
Washington, DC
Phone: 202.347.8870
Hypothermia Shelters:
For Men
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| Housing Assistance Center |
1355-57 New York Avenue, NE |
| Franklin School |
13th and K Streets, NW |
| Emery Shelter |
1725 Lincoln Road, NE |
| LaCasa Shelter |
1436 Irving Street, NW |
| Federal City Shelter (CCNV) |
425 Second Street, NW |
| 801 East Building |
801 Making Life Better Lane SE |
For Women Only |
| John Young Center |
115 D Street, NW |
| DC General Hospital-Cafeteria |
1900 Massachusetts Avenue, SE |
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This is a year when every one of us has to ask "What can I do in response to the hurt I see all around me?" We're hoping that you will consider answering that question by donating to help one of Washington's most essential human needs organizations.
Every day you walk by the homeless on your way to and from the office. Sitting in traffic, you see the weathered faces of people holding signs asking for help. Or, maybe you pick up the Metro section of the Washington Post and read about more families that are turning to organizations like the Capitol Hill Group Ministry for help. Especially in these times, too many working families are just one unfortunate event away from losing the roof over their heads.
Please consider donating today!
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For more information, upcoming volunteer opportunities, or to make a tax-deductible donation,
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