With freezing temperatures expected, DeKalb County is activating warming centers for residents from Thursday, Nov. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 1. Centers will open daily at 8 p.m. to provide shelter and transportation.
Just The Facts:
- Warming Center Locations:
- Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Road, Atlanta.
- North DeKalb Senior/Community Center, 3393 Malone Drive, Chamblee.
- Mason Mill Recreation Center, 1340 McConnell Drive, Decatur.
- Exchange Recreation Center, 2771 Columbia Drive, Decatur.
- Transportation to Frontline Response International:
- Pickup Points and Times:
- Chamblee Library: 5:40 to 6 p.m.
- North DeKalb Senior/Community Center: 7:30 to 7:50 p.m.
- Mason Mill Recreation Center: 9 to 9:20 p.m.
- Avondale Fire Station No. 3: 6:20 to 6:40 p.m., and 7:30 to 7:50 p.m.
- 2027 Candler Road: 8:40 to 9 p.m.
- D&K Suit City Parking Lot, Stone Mountain: 6:20 to 6:40 p.m.
- 2724 Wesley Chapel Road: 7:30 to 7:50 p.m.
- Exchange Park Intergeneration Center: 8:40 to 9 p.m.
- Pickup Points and Times:
- Services Provided:
- Frontline Response International offers hot meals, beds, and case management.
- DeKalb County fire stations, except Avondale Fire Station No. 3 (used for pickup only), will not serve as warming centers.
How You Can Help: Residents are encouraged to spread the word about these services to those in need. If you or someone you know requires assistance, contact DeKalb County Coordinated Entry at (404) 687-3500 for homelessness or housing services. Also, don’t forget to check on elderly friends and relatives.
What’s Next?: For more details about DeKalb County warming centers and other resources, visit DeKalb County Weather Services.