Submitted by Thurston County
High temperatures are dangerous for those without shelter. Thurston County Public Health and Social Services has issued a “Hazardous Weather” advisory to increase shelter-in-place efforts this week. Olympia Mutual Aid Partners (OlyMAP) will be conducting outreach with emergency supplies to those without shelter. Sergio’s Place Service Center will open on Monday, June 15 from 2 p.m.– 7 p.m.
- Increased Shelter-in-Place Activities: Olympia Mutual Aid Partners (OlyMAP) will increase distribution of survival supplies to individuals and families living outside.
- Sergio’s Place open on Monday, June 15: Open 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Shelter guest entrance for Sergio’s Place is located at 3501 Mary Elder Rd NE. Walk-up entrance off Martin Way. Pets are welcome. Please call (360) 706-2287 for more information.
Sergio’s Place regular hours are Tuesdays – Fridays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Follow Thurston County Public Health and Social Services on social media for updates.
Hot Weather Donations Needed
Interfaith Works will accept donations at Sergio’s Place from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. on June 15, and during regularly scheduled hours on Tuesdays-Fridays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at 3501 Mary Elder Rd NE (Sergio’s Place donation collection entrance). No parking on Martin Way.
Items needed: bottled water, sports drinks, sports drink mix, popsicles, non-perishable snacks, tarps, hats, summer clothing, sunscreen, etc.
Thurston County Shelter Hotline: 1-844-628-7343
