Samantha.Levine@HSN.cfl.org or PIO@ocfl.net
Orange County Government Assists Homeless Services Network with Cold Weather Shelter Support
Orange County, Fla. – In preparation for severe cold weather, Orange County Government is supporting the Homeless Services Network (HSN) in assisting in notifying residents, homeless individuals and people without stable housing that Cold-Weather Warming Centers will be available beginning Friday at 3:00 p.m., December 23, 2022, through Monday morning, December 26, 2022.
The two Orange County overflow sites will only be utilized if capacity is reached at HSN’s main warming sites.
Transportation
Regional LYNX buses will provide free rides for individuals seeking transportation to the above listed HSN shelters. Riders must let the LYNX driver know that they need to go to a shelter. The LYNX driver will transport those in need to the nearest HSN shelter location.
Main Homeless Shelter:
- Coalition for the Homeless 18 North Terry Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
Other Shelters Operating in Orange County:
- The Salvation Army Orlando624 Lexington Avenue, Orlando FL 32801
- Orlando Union Rescue Mission3300 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
- Covenant House (Youth 18-21 ONLY)
5931 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32807
Warming Sites (in case of overflow):
- Goldenrod Recreation Center/Goldenrod Park
4863 North Goldenrod Road, Winter Park, FL 32792 - Barnett Park
4801 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers and a thriving life science research park. Seven elected members make up the Board of County Commissioners, including the Mayor, who is elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net or go to Orange County Government’s social media channels.