The City of Valparaiso has listed warming centers available. See the photo below for the list of locations.

In addition, the Valparaiso Police Department offers a special program for individuals who may need special help during weather emergencies. The Contact Assistance Referral (CARE) Program means the VPD will check on residents during harsh weather.

To register yourself or a loved one for CARE please visit https://www.ci.valparaiso.in.us/384/Senior-Care-Program or contact Social Worker Natalie Beare at nkasberger@valpopd.com or (219) 476-7943 if preferred.

 

The Salvation Army of Michigan City is letting the public know they are available Monday through Thursday from 9am to 3pm for a loving and welcoming place to warm up.

In addition, the City of Portage gave the following information on their warming centers:

“A warming center has been activated at Woodland Park, 2100 Willowcreek Road, for citizens in need. The warming center is open during the Parks Department normal business hours. If you are in need of transportation to a warming center after hours, please call the Portage Police Department’s non-emergency number at 219-762-3122 and they will assist you. Your local Portage Fire Stations are also available as temporary warming centers until transportation arrangements are made to a designated warming center.”
Available warming centers within the city:
Woodland Park, 2100 Willowcreek Road
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Portage Public Library, 2665 Irving St.
South Haven Library, 403 W. 700 N.
Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm
Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 1pm-5pm