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Cooling center

A place to cool down.

Immediate, low-barrier refuge during extreme heat.

A place to pause, rest, and reconnect.

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WHEN TEMPERATURES RISE

Relief from the heat

Cooling-center services include air-conditioned refuge, cold water and snacks, shade and a place to rest, and access to restrooms and hygiene supplies.

A cool indoor refuge

Air conditioning and a place to rest out of the heat.

Water & refreshments

Cold water and snacks help meet immediate needs.

Everyday essentials

Restroom access and hygiene supplies support care and dignity.

Check before you travel

Seasonal activation, hours, and locations can change. Contact Safe Space or call 211 for current program information.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Let’s find a safe place.

Seasonal locations and availability can change. Call Safe Space or 211 before you travel.

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