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Winter Storm Resources & Community Support

What’s Happening Now

United Way of Greenville County is actively coordinating with local shelters, food partners, emergency management and healthcare providers in response to extreme cold weather conditions. Information on this page is updated as conditions change and new resources become available.

Latest update: Friday, January 23 at 4:00 PM

What’s new:

  • Expanded emergency shelter capacity through Miracle Hill Ministries
  • Daytime warming options added through The Salvation Army
  • LiveWell Greenville and Meals on Wheels working on food and senior support coordination 

Shelter & resource Information

Cold Weather & Emergency Shelters​

The Salvation Army

417 Rutherford Road
864-235-4803

Shelter for men, women and women with children.
  • Limited capacity
  • Daytime warming shelter available in the dining room
  • Blankets and meals provided for those staying at the shelter

Greenville Rescue Mission

575 W. Washington Street
864-242-6933

Shelter for men only.
  • Opening 6:00 PM Saturday, January 24 and will remain open through noon on Monday
  • Unlimited capacity; will not turn people away

Shepherd’s Gate

11 Regency Hill Drive
864-268-5589

Shelter for women & women with children.
  • Opening 6:00 PM Saturday, January 24 and will remain open through noon on Monday
  • Unlimited capacity; will not turn people away

Day Shelters & Warming Options

The Salvation Army

417 Rutherford Road
864-235-4803

Shelter for men, women and women with children.
  • Daytime warming shelter available in the dining room

Triune Mercy Center

222 Rutherford Road
864-233-8020

  • Saturday: Open 9AM – Noon, with lunch at 11AM 
  • Closed Sunday and Monday  
  • Snack and hygiene bags: Wednesdays, 9:00–11:00 AM   

Food & Essential Needs

LiveWell Greenville

  • Feed & Seed has completed cold storage intake for food providers at risk of losing perishable food
  • Monitoring food security needs due to road conditions
  • Coordinating with partners on extended food needs next week

Meals on Wheels

  • Sent out meal kits for their current clients on Jan 23.
  • Keeping a close eye on the forecast and will share an update by Sunday morning regarding Monday’s delivery. Any changes or closures will be announced on WYFF and Meals on Wheels social media pages
  • Focused on seniors and homebound individuals

Transportation & Access to Shelters

Greenville County Emergency Management

  • Coordinating transportation support
  • National Guard liaison requested for high-priority transit needs

211 United Way Resource Line

  • Call 211 for transportation, shelter and basic needs assistance

Medical & Specialized Support (Monitoring)

If you or someone with you is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Exploring options for:

  • Medical equipment power shelter
  • Medical triage support

Coordination underway; confirmation pending

American Red Cross

  • Ready to mobilize volunteers when safe
  • Food distribution mechanism available after 48 hours if disaster escalates
  • Coordinating food relief planning with LiveWell Greenville

Medical Equipment Power Shelter (MEPS)

24/7 Triage Line: 1-833-351-9990

  • State-run emergency shelters for people who require uninterrupted power for medical devices, refrigerated medications or specialized beds
  • Call first to determine eligibility and placement
  • Provides power support only; no medical care on-site
  • Bring a responsible adult companion and essential personal items
  • No pets allowed (service animals only)
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HOW TO BE PREPARED

Small steps can make a big difference during severe weather

Prepare your home and essentials

  • Charge phones, laptops and portable battery packs
  • Keep flashlights, blankets and warm clothing easily accessible
  • Stock essential medications, food, water and pet supplies
  • Update your contact information with your power company
  • Avoid unnecessary travel, especially during icy conditions
  • Check weather alerts and local guidance regularly

Protect pipes and heating

  • Let indoor faucets drip slightly to help prevent pipes from freezing
  • Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate
  • Keep your thermostat set to a consistent temperature, even overnight
  • Check weather alerts and local guidance regularly

If Power or Travel Is Impacted

  • Stay indoors and off the roads when conditions are unsafe
  • Use flashlights instead of candles when possible
  • Check on neighbors, especially seniors or those with mobility challenges, only if it is safe to do so

Helping starts close to home

  • Check in on elderly neighbors or those with limited mobility
  • Offer help gathering supplies before roads become unsafe
  • Share trusted information and resources
  • Know when to call for assistance versus waiting for conditions to improve
  • If you see someone in immediate danger, call 911

What Not to Do

  • Do not use grills, stoves, or ovens to heat your home
  • Avoid space heaters unless they are approved and used according to safety guidelines
  • Drive unless absolutely necessary

HERE FOR YOU

During times of uncertainty, United Way of Greenville County is here to help our community navigate what comes next. Whether you need information, support, or connection to resources, we are committed to walking alongside our neighbors before, during and after severe weather.

Donations help United Way and our partners respond to immediate needs and support recovery efforts following severe weather events.

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Please note!

Resource availability may change due to weather conditions. This page will be updated regularly as we receive new information from our partners. For real-time assistance, call 211, available 24/7.

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