Seasonal Shelter

Q: Do I need a reservation?

Guests have access to individualized case management and coordinated support from trusted community partners. Depending on their needs, services may include healthcare, behavioral health, employment assistance, financial coaching, legal support, housing navigation, recovery resources, and other programs designed to promote long-term stability.

Q: What should I expect when I arrive?

Bridge Housing is a temporary program that helps individuals prepare for permanent housing. Staff work alongside each guest to identify housing opportunities, strengthen applications, connect with landlords, and build the skills needed for long-term success.

Q: Can the Seasonal Shelter help me find long-term housing?

Admissions are based on program availability and completion of the intake process. Our team works with each prospective guest to determine eligibility, complete assessments, and develop an individualized plan before entry into the program.

Q: What happens in the morning?

If you are seeking services for yourself or someone you know, we encourage you to contact our team. We can discuss eligibility, explain the intake process, and connect individuals with the most appropriate resources, whether through Bridge Housing or one of our community partners.

Providing a safe place to stay during extreme weather emergencies. Open during Montgomery County Code Blue declarations and other emergency weather events, including periods of dangerous heat.

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Shelter Details

FAQ

Shelter Details

Check-in: 5:30-6:30pm
Christ Episcopal Church
316 East High Street

Safe Shelter When It's Needed Most

Our Seasonal Shelter provides a warm, welcoming place to stay during Montgomery County Code Blue declarations and other emergency weather events. Guests receive a safe place to sleep, an evening meal, breakfast, and transportation each morning.

First-Come, First-Served

Beds are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved. Morning transportation is provided to the Pottstown Recovery Learning Center or the Pottstown Transportation Center. Transportation to shower facilities is available on designated days.

Who Can Stay?

The Seasonal Shelter serves adults experiencing homelessness during emergency weather events. Staff and volunteers work to provide a safe, respectful environment for every guest while connecting individuals with additional community resources whenever possible.

Looking Beyond Tonight

For some guests, the Seasonal Shelter is the first step toward longer-term stability. When appropriate, our team can connect individuals with Bridge Housing and other community resources that support housing, healthcare, employment, recovery, and other needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the shelter open?

The Seasonal Shelter opens during Montgomery County Code Blue declarations and other emergency weather events. Before traveling, please check the current shelter status using the Code Blue link above.

Do I need a reservation?

No. The shelter operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Beds cannot be reserved or held.

What should I expect when I arrive?

Guests check in during the designated hours, receive a safe place to sleep, an evening meal, breakfast, and transportation the following morning. Staff and volunteers are available throughout the evening to provide support and answer questions.

Can the Seasonal Shelter help me find long-term housing?

Yes. While the Seasonal Shelter is designed to meet immediate emergency needs, staff can help connect guests with Bridge Housing and other community resources when appropriate.

What happens in the morning?

Transportation is provided each morning to the Pottstown Recovery Learning Center or the Pottstown Transportation Center. Additional transportation to shower facilities is available on designated days.

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