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Martha’s Village And Kitchen, City Of PS Open Overnight Shelter

Unhoused residents can begin receiving overnight housing Dec. 15 at Palm Springs Access Center. The sheltering will run through March 15.

The following is a Dec. 15, 2023, community advisory shared by the city of Palm Springs:

PALM SPRINGS, CA — In an effort to assist unhoused residents when the temperature turns colder during the winter months, the City of Palm Springs will partner with Martha’s Village and Kitchen to provide temporary overnight shelter at the Palm Springs Access Center, beginning today, Friday, Dec. 15.

The City Council approved moving forward with the four-month temporary service at last night’s Council meeting.

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A total of 20 beds will be available nightly for those in need. Hours of operation will be 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. seven days a week. Free dinner, breakfast and hygiene items will also be on hand. Beds will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 4:30 p.m. daily. The temporary service is scheduled to conclude March 15, 2024.

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