DeKalb County Warming Centers - Operated by Frontline Response
Winter Season 2025 - 2026

DeKalb County partners with Frontline Response and DeKalb County Community Development to provide warming centers during periods of dangerously cold weather. When activated, these centers offer safe, warm shelter and transportation for individuals experiencing homelessness or without access to adequate heat.

Typical Activation Schedule
Warming Center Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
After-Hours Outreach Sweeps: 12:00 AM – 2:00 AM

Note: Activation dates vary depending on weather conditions and will be announced by DeKalb Emergency Management Agency.

Services Provided During Activations
•    Transportation to warming centers
•    Warm indoor space
•    Basic comfort items (as available)
•    After-hours outreach to connect unsheltered residents with services

Who Can Use the Warming Centers?
All individuals experiencing homelessness or without a safe, warm place to stay are welcome during activation periods.

Warming Centers

Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Rd., Atlanta, 30316
Golden Door Warming Center - Women & Children, 2944 Ember Dr. Decatur, GA 30034
Mason Mill Recreation Center, 1340 McConnell Dr., Decatur, 30033
Exchange Park Intergeneration Center, 2771 Columbia Dr., Decatur, GA 30034
St. Vincent de Paul (Chamblee), 2050-C Chamblee Tucker Rd., Chamblee, GA 30341

Doors open for drop-offs at 6:30PM. Early arrivals cannot be accommodated.

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