Code Purple in Buncombe County

Buncombe County -- December 8, 2024: Press Release Buncombe County Government: Code Purple has been called

for Asheville and Buncombe County to provide emergency shelter for those 

experiencing homelessness during cold weather.

Code Purple is a coordinated effort to increase emergency shelter capacity with fewer requirements than typical programming. Participating sites will also connect individuals to long-term shelter and housing options.

Code Purple Shelter Sites:

ABCCM (Single Men)
Location: 20 20th Street
Phone: 828-259-5333
Hours: Intake: 4–8 p.m. | Exit: 7:30 a.m.
Transit Route: WE2 Bear Creek Rd

ABCCM’s Transformation Village (Single Women & Women with Children)
Location: 30 Olin Haven Way
Phone: 828-259-5365
Hours: Intake: 4–8 p.m. | Exit: 7:30 a.m.
Transit Route: W2

Transportation Details:

- Free ART Bus Transit: Available to and from Code Purple sites. Riders must inform drivers they’re going to a Code Purple site.
- ABCCM Shuttle: Picks up at Crisis Ministry (24 Cumberland Ave.) at 4 p.m.
- Community Support: Paramedics, AFD-REST, and Mission Hospital can assist with transportation for those unable to access bus services.

Please note: Families will be triaged on a case by case basis, and may be offered hotel options if no other shelters are available. Both locations are wheelchair accessible.

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