BOISE, Idaho — The cities of Caldwell and Nampa, and Ada County's Our Path Home, announced an extensive list of cooling center locations for individuals in Ada and Canyon counties to access air conditioning and other services as the summer heat approaches.
Our Path Home said cooling centers open in June and will remain open through September. The organization's comprehensive guide provides resources beyond cooling service information, such as crisis support, health services and summer safety tips.
"In light of the projected summer heat, we are actively collaborating with local partners to ensure a comprehensive response to the needs of our vulnerable population during the coming months" said Saidee Jones, Our Path Home coordinator.
Cooling locations, tips to beat the heat
Boise
All Boise facilities provide resource navigation, bathrooms, beverages and indoor seating.
- Boise City Hall
- Located at: 150 N. Capitol Blvd.
- 208-608-7000
- Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Boise Public Library (four locations)
- 715 S. Capitol Blvd.
- 208-972-8200
- Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Additional Branch Addresses (hours may vary): Hillcrest at 5246 W. Overland Road, Collister at 4742 W. State St., Cole Road and Ustick at 7557 W. Ustick Road
- Cathedral of the Rockies
- 717 N. 11th St.
- 208-343-7511
- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Lunch hours are Monday - Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- City Light Home for Women & Children (women and children only)
- 1404 W. Jefferson St.
- 208-368-9901
- Daily: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Overnight check-in: 4:30 p.m.
- Corpus Christi
- 525 S. Americana Blvd.
- 208-426-0039
- Daily: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Garden City Library
- 6015 N. Glenwood St., Garden City
- Monday & Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday - Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Hays House (ages 9-17 only)
- 7221 Poplar St.
- 208-322-2308
- Daily: Open 24 hours
- Interfaith Sanctuary
- 1620 W. River St.
- 208-343-2630
- Daily: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Overnight check-in: 4:30 p.m.
- River of Life Men's Shelter (men only)
- 575 S. 13th St.
- 208-389-9840
- Daily: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Treasure Valley YMCA (three locations)
- Access offered with free seasonal membership. Apply for membership at CATCH, Corpus Christi, Interfaith Sanctuary or Boise Public Library.
- 1050 W. State St.
- 208-344-5501
- Monday - Friday: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Saturday: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Additional Branch Addresses: 5959 N. Discovery Way, 5155 Hillsdale Ave. in Meridian
Caldwell
- Caldwell Public Library
- Located at: 1010 Dearborn St.
- Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Caldwell Idaho Senior Center
- 1009 Everett St.
- Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Nampa
Locations have water stations and bathrooms available for public use and will be open until further notice, according to City of Nampa.
- Nampa Public Library multi-purpose room
- Located at: 215 12th Ave S.
- Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- (Closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day)
- Hugh Nichols Public Safety Building - Baker Room
- 820 2nd Street S.
- Daily: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Nampa City Hall
- 411 3rd Street S.
- Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Harward Recreation Center
- 131 Constitution Way
- Location does not include access to pool or workout areas.
- Monday - Friday: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- (July 4 holiday hours: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
Our Path Home said the organization and its partners are seeking donations of seasonal supplies for those in need. Find a list of items needed here.
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