The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) announces the opening of the 2016-2017 Winter Shelter Program.

The following Winter Shelter Programs will be open as of December 1, 2016:
BELL
EAST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
HIGHLAND PARK
LANCASTER
SANTA CLARITA
SKID ROW
SOUTH LOS ANGELES
SYLMAR
WEST LOS ANGELES

Shelters in Lancaster and Santa Clarita will be open by November 24. Shelters in Pacoima, Long Beach, and Pomona will open later in December. All Winter Shelter Programs will remain open until March 1, 2017. Please check LAHSA’s Winter Shelter Program webpage for shelter locations and transportation schedule. Please check the website often for updates regarding shelter opening dates.

Winter shelters provide shelter, warmth, food and comfort to homeless individuals during the cold and wet weather season. In addition to temporary emergency shelter, each program location provides access to supportive services and housing assistance. More than 1,400 beds will be available during the 2016-2017 Winter Shelter Program season across the City and County of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority coordinates the Winter Shelter Program in partnership with the California National Guard, the County of Los Angeles and the City of Los Angeles.

For media inquiries contact Tom Waldman at
twaldman@lahsa.org, O: 213-225-8491, C: 213-247-5726