Staying Safe in Winter Conditions
If you need assistance in the cold weather, please reach out to one of the community locations below, check with local authorities, or call 2-1-1 to find warm locations or shelters near you.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Fall River Resources:
- First Baptist Church of Fall River open 4 pm Saturday, 2/8, through noon on Sunday, 2/9.
- The 24/7 City of Fall River hotline at 508-676-3528 can assist those in search of shelter.
- Catholic Charities of the Fall River Diocese (CCFR) – Winter Overflow Shelter
- Please contact Elizabeth Neves or Ray Duarte of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River at (774)628-9743 or 508-997-3202 with any questions.
- Timao Center – Winter Overflow Shelter
- Anyone seeking access to our shelter must first contact the “First Step Inn” and first be screened through their intake process.
New Bedford Resources:
- Safe Grounds Cafe welcomes visitors on Sundays throughout the cold weather months.
- Winter Gathering Center | PAACA | New Bedford
- Gathering center open from 4-7pm Monday-Friday until March 15
- Freezing weather triggers Catholic Charities homeless overflow shelter
- Contact Elizabeth Neves or Ray Duarte of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River at 774-628-9743 or 508-997-3202 with any questions.
Rhode Island Resources:
Winter Weather Tips
Southcoast Health reminds you to stay vigilant and not ignore your symptoms or injuries. We are your resource for world-class care close to home, including treatment for seasonal illnesses, minor injuries, and more.
As always, if you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Our urgent care centers are also available for less severe injuries or illnesses.
Urgent Care Conveniently Located Near You
If you need quick medical care that you and your family can rely on, find your nearest urgent care location and check in online anytime! We also gladly accept walk-ins, so no appointment is needed.
Save your Urgent Care spot in Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Fall River, Lakeville, Seekonk & Wareham, MA.
The Southcoast Health Urgent Care is open to the public, and you do not need to have a Southcoast Physicians Group doctor to visit our urgent care clinic.
If your condition is an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.