Emergency Shelters
Emergency Shelters are either permanently established facilities providing limited sheltering services (often 8pm to 8am in a community living environment), or make-shift converted spaces such as churches or schools addressing environmental safety concerns (i.e. outside temperatures falling below 36 degrees F, massive storms, extended power outages, etc.).
Oconee County currently (March 2024, as of this writing) does NOT have a permanently established Emergency Shelter, but does have converted spaces utilized during hazardous environmental conditions.
Also, neighboring counties have multiple options available for those in need.
Please consult the table below for available known Emergency Shelters in the Upstate (Contact the facility prior to referral in order to ensure availability and eligibility)
Soup Kitchens
Oconee County has multiple Food Service Facilities, colloquially known as "Soup Kitchens". These establishments work off of various hours and staffing, and are carry-out only. There are no eligibility requirements for service.
M-F, 11:15am - 12:15pm, Sat and Sunday based on staff availability.
106 Jordan Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Dot's Kitchen
M-F 11:30am - 12:30pm
135 Lucky St, Westminster, SC 29693
