In partnership with the City of Fort Wayne and Everyone Home, multiple Cooling Stations have been opened in Fort Wayne to help those needing to find a place to fight the heat.
The Rescue Mission’s day shelter is open 7 days a week from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Open regardless of temperature. Adults can access overnight shelter here as well.
Location: 404 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne
Also, 3 meals are served each day for anyone in the community who is hungry:
The Salvation Army Cooling Station is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (except holidays).
Location: 2901 N. Clinton St, Fort Wayne
On Citilink Bus Route #8
Location: 930 Broadway Street
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 7:30 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Monday-Friday when the temperature is over 90 degrees: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 900 Library Plaza
Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday and Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
*Closed on July 4th, August 31st, September 1st and September 30th*
Location: 2305 Broadway, 46807
On Citilink Bus Route #1
Current Hours: Monday-Friday - 9:00am- 5:00pm
Hours Beginning July 1, 2025: Monday-Friday - 8:00 am - 8:00 pm; Saturday/Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Site open for adults only due to the nature of services provided
On heat advisory days, Citilink buses will serve as mobile cooling stations to help our community beat the heat.
Hours of Operation:
Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:
| Phone | 260-427-8311 |
|---|---|
| In writing | Citizens Square, 200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne IN 46802 |
