City partners on cooling, water to protect unsheltered residents

Texas summers can be unforgiving, especially for residents experiencing homelessness. After community providers saw an increase in heat‑related illnesses and deaths in the summer of 2022, the City of Fort Worth began partnering with local nonprofits to provide greater access to cooling stations during the hottest part of the year.

Now in its third year, the City and its partner organizations are once again opening cooling stations and water distribution sites from June 22 through Sept. 18. These resources offer safe, air‑conditioned spaces, hydration and basic services throughout the hottest months.

Cooling stations

Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St.

• Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

• 3–6 p.m.

• Water and snacks served

Union Gospel Mission, 1350 E. Lancaster Ave.

• Monday-Friday

• 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

• Sack lunch provided

• Pets allowed if kenneled (kennels provided)

• Storage space available for belongings

True Worth Place, 1513 E. Presidio St.

• Open daily

• 7 a.m.–3 p.m.

Water stations

Presidio Courtyard, 1456 E. Presidio St. (next to the Travis Men’s Shelter)

• Open daily

• 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

When We Love, 1100 E. Lancaster Ave.

• Monday–Friday

• 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mabee Center, 1855 E. Lancaster Ave.

• Open daily

• Bottled water available during meal service and until 8 p.m., while supplies last

On days when temperatures reach 100 degrees or higher, Presbyterian Night Shelter offers early intake for overnight beds beginning at noon.

Residents are encouraged to share cooling and water resource information with neighbors and community members who may need help staying safe this summer.

For heat-related emergencies, call 911.

Reliant, Mayor Parker launch Beat the Heat Centers

For the fourth consecutive year, Reliant is supporting Beat the Heat centers across Fort Worth to help residents stay cool and manage their electricity use during the summer months.

Four local community centers will serve as a place where residents can rest and escape the heat while enjoying water, snacks and activities:

Como Community Center, 4660 Horne St.

Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 5565 Truman Dr.

Northside Community Center, 1100 N.W. 18th St.

Worth Heights Community Center, 3551 New York Ave.

Photo: Reliant donated $25,000 to provide 100 air conditioning units and cooling devices to Fort Worth residents, along with water. Attending the Beat the Heat Centers launch were Interim Fire Chief Raymond Hill, Mayor Matte Parker, Molly, Reliant Vice President of Customer Experience Suzie Dieth and Neighborhood Services Director Kacey Thomas.

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