FAST Response Team

02/26/2026

02/04/2026

Attention: New temporary location: First Baptist Church of Fall River starting Febuary 5, Thursday from 8:30am-2:00pm and Saturdays from 8:30-12:30pm.
We are deeply thankful for the graciousness of Jeff and the team at First Baptist as we step into this new temporary venture.

THRIVE’s time at Revival Church on Plymouth Ave comes to a close on Saturday, January 31. We are grateful for this season, and we look ahead with hope to what’s next.

THRIVE is in ongoing communication about a more permanent location that we envision as a hub of support for our unhoused neighbors.

01/22/2026

ATTENTION FALL RIVER:

The city's FAST Response Team in collaboration with First Step Inn will open an EMERGENCY SHELTER beginning tomorrow, Friday, January 23rd & remain open at night until Saturday morning January 31st located at 134 Durfee St (conference room; double doors on Durfee St).

The warming center at Christ of Rock church will be open on Saturday January 24th, and reopen Monday- Fri from 8am to 4pm.

**THE SHELTER WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR THE SNOW ON SUNDAY. So, Saturday the 24th at 4pm until Monday the 26th at 8am - the shelter will be open to everyone needing to get out of the weather. You can show up at any time. We will have hot meals and movies playing!

If you need transportation, please call 508-676-3528. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT! THE TEMPS ARE GOING TO BE DEADLY. ALL ARE WELCOME! No ID's required, no background checks, no separation, pets ok if contained and non aggressive.

A BIG THANK YOU TO SCOTTIE'S PUB, THRIVE, FIRST STEP INN, & FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FOR THEIR FOOD DONATIONS! ALSO TO BOTH CHARLTON & ST. ANNE'S FOR CONTINUING TO DONATE & LAUNDER BLANKETS.