Shelter Assistance — foodSOS Emergency Resource Hub

What to Know About Emergency Shelters

Walk-ins welcome: Most emergency shelters accept walk-ins
What to bring: ID if you have it, but many shelters don't require documentation
Services offered: Bed, meals, showers, and connection to other resources
Safety first: All shelters have staff available to help
Family shelters: Separate facilities available for families with children

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Search for emergency shelters and homeless services in real-time.

Emergency Shelters Homeless Services

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Dial 2-1-1

Free 24/7 helpline connecting you to emergency shelter and housing resources.

Call Now

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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development shelter search tool.

Find Shelter

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Resources and information on housing assistance programs.

Get Help

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Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and support services.

1-800-SAL-ARMY

Find Location

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Find your regional Continuum of Care for coordinated services.

Find Coalition

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Many shelters now accept pets — don't leave your family behind.

Pet Resources Search Pet-Friendly

📱 Call 2-1-1: 24/7 connection to shelter and housing resources
🚨 In Danger: Call 911 only if you're in immediate physical danger
🏠 Domestic Violence: National Hotline 1-800-799-7233 — safe and confidential
💙 Mental Health Crisis: Call 988 or text HOME to 741741 — do not call 911 for mental health crises
🌙 Tonight: Many shelters have same-night availability — call ahead or walk in before evening
🐾 Have a Pet? Many shelters now accept pets. Search "pet-friendly shelter near me" or visit our Pet Resources page. Help is available — don't leave your pet behind.