Emergency Shelters and Drop-In Programs

There are several programs that provide temporary accommodations and other supports for residents of Windsor and Essex County who are experiencing homelessness. People in need of emergency shelter must contact one of the shelters listed below, who will assess for eligibility; provide information about their intake process; and offer supports to people while in shelter, including help finding permanent housing. Transportation may be provided for Essex County residents who are eligible for emergency shelter services.

Welcome Centre Shelter for Women and Families

Emergency shelter for single women and families with children
500 Tuscarora Street, Windsor
Phone: 519-971-7595
(pet friendly)

Salvation Army

(pet friendly)

The Downtown Mission 

Phone: 519-973-5573

Essex County Emergency Shelter Program

For single men, women or families experiencing homelessness who have vital connection to Leamington (for example, employment, school, health services) 
Phone: 1-888-933-1831

Homelessness and Housing Help Hub (H4)

Drop-in program for people experiencing homelessness, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
400 Wyandotte Street East, Windsor
Phone: 519-253-3806

Essex County Homelessness Hub (ECH2)

Drop-in program for people experiencing homelessness
215 Talbot Street East, Leamington
Phone: 519-326-8629, ext. 395

For More Information:

Phone: For general information, call 311. For detailed inquiries, call 519-255-6100 ext. 5294.
Fax: 519-256-7107
Email: sshousing@citywindsor.ca