By May, temperatures in the East Valley climb past 100 degrees. For the men and women Paz de Cristo serves, the heat carries real danger. Without access to water or shelter, heat-related illness can develop quickly — and people experiencing homelessness are among the most at risk.
Paz de Cristo’s daytime hydration station is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–6:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 3–6 p.m., providing water and a point of connection for neighbors who need it most.
Each evening, the air-conditioned dining room fills with approximately 200 guests. For some, it may be the coolest, safest part of their day — and more than a meal, it’s a moment of community.
Two ways to help this summer: donate bottled water, one of the most critical needs during Arizona’s heat season-we need more than 100,000 bottles of water annually. Or consider volunteering at the nightly meal service. Both make a tangible difference for neighbors who count on Paz de Cristo when temperatures rise.