Warming and Cooling Centers

2026-2027 Season 

Kingston Center

The Kingston center is located at the 2nda Iglesia La Mision Church, 80 Elmendorf St, Kingston. 

Starting Tuesday, December 1 through March 31, 2027, the Kingston site will shift to full 24-hour continuous activation, providing uninterrupted shelter throughout the winter.

Ellenville Center

The Ellenville Center is located at the Hunt Memorial Building at 124 Canal St, Ellenville.

As of April 1, 2026, the Ellenville Center is on temperature-based activation. The Department of Emergency Services initiates activations when overnight temperatures are expected to reach freezing or below.

More Info

The Kingston center can be contacted directly at (845) 334-0551.

Law Enforcement agencies or any other organizations that come in contact with or become aware of any individuals that are in need of sheltering can bring them to the warming center.

To request transportation assistance to a warming center, please call 211 or your local police department.

The Family of Woodstock Hotline can be reached at (845) 679-2485.

The Department of Emergency Services initiates Cooling Center activations when temperatures are expected to 90 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days.

Cooling centers provide a safe, air‑conditioned environment for anyone needing relief from extreme temperatures.

Residents are urged to take precautions during the heat event:

• Stay hydrated
• Avoid strenuous activity during peak afternoon hours
• Check on vulnerable neighbors, including older adults and those with medical conditions
• Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Residents should monitor weather updates, take steps to stay cool, and seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of heat‑related illness.