The Sierra Roots Weather Shelter in Nevada City is a program that is activated during extreme hot or cold weather events for one of the most vulnerable populations, the chronically homeless people in the community. Each time a weather event triggers the need to open, enough volunteers are needed also.

Clothing is available the first part of the evening. In the winter an extra amount of sturdy boots, rain gear, warm coats, etc are available.

NOTE: Sierra Roots does not provide motel vouchers or gas cards.

Sierra Roots warming shelter can accommodate up to 30 adult guests. First come, first served.

To check if the shelter will be open, call 211 or 833-342-5211. Sierra Roots always notifies its answering service when the shelter will open, so another way to check if shelter will be open is to call the business line, 530-751-3263.

See NOAA.gov forecast info for zip code 95959:

• Reference for deciding whether to open the shelter: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?w0=t&w3u=1…

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The NSJ Warming Shelter may be open more often than the weather triggers actually occur. To find out, call 530-522-8205 or email nsjcommunitycenter@gmail.com

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When open - The shelter will be open if it’s wet/raining at 37 degrees F. or below or open on the 4th night of consecutive rain. Additionally, they require two overnight hosts to open for overnight use. The shelter will open around 5 pm and close at 8 am the following morning. All shelter participants are asked to vacate the premises during the day.

Free hot meal - In addition to offering a warm, dry place to sleep, a free hot meal will be served from about 5-8pm and breakfast in the morning. Movies will be available to watch in addition to games.

Dogs - ​Dogs are permitted as long as they’re well-behaved, on leash, and with their persons at all times.

Get Involved - Volunteers for cooking meals, kitchen clean up, overnight hosting, and gathering or providing donations are a huge help and are …

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Emergency Day Respite Center is available for day use only.

The Emergency Day Respite Center provides:

• Warm meals
• Showers (not ADA compliant or wheelchair roll-in accessible)
• Laundry
• Case Management
• Access to counseling, community, and basic necessities
• Longer-term support when possible

Offers assistance in multiple languages through a Language Line service.

HOURS
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Starting 2024, hours will be Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1 pm - 5pm. 

LOCATION
Church of the Mountains at 10079 Church Street, Truckee, CA 96161
(This is the new location as of June 1, 2021. Lower level.)

CONTACT
For more information please email: NTTHS@amihousing.org

DONATIONS
Call NTTHS program phone at 530-386-7954 to inquire if we are receiving donations. DO NOT DROP OFF DONATIONS WITHOUT CALLING. We may accept donations at Church of the Mountains at 10079 Church Street during open hours. The Emergency Respite … [read more]

The Emergency Warming Center (EWC) in Truckee is scheduled to be open every Tue, Wed, and Thu through Thu 3/28/24 AND any other nights when weather triggers opening until 3/31/24.

WEATHER TRIGGERS FOR THE EWC TO OPEN

• A temperature of 15 degrees F. or less with windchill
• One foot or more of snow predicted overnight
• Other severe or extreme weather condition/s as forecasted by the National Weather Service such as heavy rain or winds
• and sufficient staff and volunteer coverage

See NOAA.gov forecast for zip code 96161: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=39.3216&lon=-120.1688#.YXGNahrMI2w

• This is an Emergency Shelter for unhoused adults 18+ years.
• People who have housing but are stranded are unable to stay at the EWC.
• Families with children under 18 are unable to stay at the EWC but can call the program phone for resources.
• If someone is housed but fleeing a domestic violence situation, they can call the Sierra Community House helpline 24/7 at 800-736-1060.

IF/WHEN OPEN
6pm to 7:…

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Washoe County, Nevada, has housing and homeless services in Reno that may be available to people who inquire from the Tahoe Truckee area.

The Nevada Cares Campus Emergency Shelter admits men and couples.
Location: 1800 Threlkel St., Reno, NV, 89512
Contact Phone Number: 775-329-4141  
Criteria for emergency bed: Provide name, date of birth, and share the resources one is seeking 

The Nevada Cares Campus Safe Camp serves as a space where staff provides access to basic services and a more secure location for individuals not wishing to move into congregate shelters. To be eligible the person must complete an application form, be willing to work towards a housing plan and be able to manage their own activities of daily living.
Location: Line Dr., Reno, NV, 89512 
Contact information:  RegionalHomelessServices@washoecounty.gov.  

Our Place is a shelter for single women and families.
Location: ​605 S 21st St, Sparks, NV 89431
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The Coordinated Entry system provides a telephone hotline that serves as a centralized gateway for people who are homeless and in need of services in Nevada and Placer counties.

People who are homeless may call 1-833-3PLACER (1-833-375-2237) in Placer County, and 2-1-1 in Nevada County (or 877-847-0499 from outside Nevada County). Callers will be asked questions to determine their eligibility for various housing programs. Their needs are shared with participating Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras' homeless service providers.

The Homeless Resource Helplines help homeless service agencies throughout Placer and Nevada Counties better coordinate services and prioritize needs. Homeless individuals have their needs assessed in a consistent manner, and the confidential data is placed into a centralized database, the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). The helpline is also available in Spanish.

The Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras launched the Coordinated Entry system i… [read more]