Emergency Overnight Shelter
Emergency Overnight Support
Opening Doors in the Cold
Peter Maurin Center opens as an emergency shelter whenever winter temperatures drop below 15°F, offering a safe and warm refuge for our community’s most vulnerable. The shelter can accommodate up to 80 individuals and remains open as long as dangerous conditions persist.
Located at 111 East Voris Street, Akron 44311
Akron Emergency Shelter
Our Emergency Response
- Immediate Setup: Volunteers prepare shelter space as temperatures drop
- Hot Dinner: Evening meal provided upon arrival
- Overnight Safety: Warm, secure environment with supervision
- Morning Breakfast: Hot meal before guests return to daytime activities
- Seasonal Clothing: Weather-appropriate garments and accessories
- Bus Passes: Transportation assistance for the day ahead
Volunteer Teams
- Evening Team: Helps set up shelter space and serves hot dinner
- Morning Team: Serves breakfast and assists guests preparing for the day
- Overnight Support: Ensures safety and comfort throughout the night
Our emergency shelter operates with the same dignity and respect that characterizes all our services, ensuring every person feels welcomed and valued during their time of greatest need.
Sanctuary in the Storm
When: Temperatures below 15°F
Capacity: Up to 80 individuals
Duration: As long as dangerous conditions persist
This Season's Impact
PMC provided emergency shelter for 43 consecutive days during the most recent severe weather period, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to community safety.
Contact Information for All Services
Phone: (330) 258-9006
Website: PeterMaurinCenter.com
Mailing Address:
The Peter Maurin Center
P.O. Box 1105, Hudson, Ohio 44236
Physical Address:
1096 Old S. Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44310
Mailing Address:
The Peter Maurin Center
P.O. Box 1105, Hudson, Ohio 44236
Physical Address:
1096 Old S. Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44310
All services provided with dignity, respect, and hope. We welcome individuals and families regardless of background,
believing every person deserves compassion and support.
Join Us
The Peter Maurin Center stands as a beacon of hope in Akron—but we cannot do it alone. With no paid staff, every act of generosity makes a direct impact. Whether you give your time, share your resources, or offer a kind word, you become part of a movement to restore dignity and transform lives.
Join Us
The Peter Maurin Center stands as a beacon of hope in Akron—but we cannot do it alone. With no paid staff, every act of generosity makes a direct impact. Whether you give your time, share your resources, or offer a kind word, you become part of a movement to restore dignity and transform lives.
Join Us
The Peter Maurin Center stands as a beacon of hope in Akron—but we cannot do it alone. With no paid staff, every act of generosity makes a direct impact. Whether you give your time, share your resources, or offer a kind word, you become part of a movement to restore dignity and transform lives.