Warming stations available in Boise, Treasure Valley

Daytime and overnight warming spaces are now open to those in need at multiple locations in Boise and the Treasure Valley.

Our Path Home, Idaho Harm Reduction Project, Treasure Valley YMCA, Boise Public Library, Cathedral of the Rockies and Corpus Christi House will provide increased daytime warming spaces, according to an Our Path Home news release. Additionally, Interfaith Sanctuary and Boise Rescue Mission are providing both daytime and overnight warming spaces and will increase capacity.

Volunteers and donations are needed, the release said, specifying that new or gently used items such as winter hats, gloves/mittens, scarves, socks, long johns, winter coats, waterproof coats, sleeping bags and backpacks are of critical importance.

“Donations can be dropped off at any Our Path Home partners including Corpus Christi House, CATCH, Interfaith Sanctuary, Idaho Harm Reduction Project or Boise Rescue Mission,” the release said. “Volunteer opportunities are also available through Our Path Home partners. For more information on other ways to help, please email info@ourpathhome.org.”

More information on how to access community and winter resources is available by calling the Housing Crisis Hotline at 208-336-HOME (4663), visiting the OPH Outreach team at CATCH on Tuesdays and Thursdays, or calling the Mental Health Coordinator at 208-972-8216.