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Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (Kots)

Address
5537 College Road
Key West, FL - 33040

Contact
(305) 292-2744
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Temporary Overnight shelter offering bed and showers for up to 155 Adults over the age of 18. Opens 6.30pm 7 days a week.

The Keys Overnight Temporary Shelter (KOTS) was created in 2004 by the City of Key West, to provide shelter and showers for about 150 people each night. SHAL began operating KOTS for the City in October 2011. The facility is comprised of seven temporary structures on Stock Island behind the Monroe County Sheriffs office at 5537 College Road.

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Tags Donations Needed: Clothing shoes towels sheets cash. Volunteers Needed: Yes

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If you have stayed in this shelter, how was your stay?

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Fine

Answer posted on Aug 29, 2021 0
It was much better then sleeping outside on the ground.

Answer posted on Dec 17, 2023 0

Is this a safe shelter to stay in?

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Yes

Answer posted on Aug 29, 2021 0
Yes

Answer posted on Sep 13, 2021 0
Yes

Answer posted on Mar 5, 2022 0

Do they accept pets at this shelter?

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No

Answer posted on Nov 6, 2020 0

Do you have any advice for those wanting to stay at this shelter?

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Dress cool/for hot weather

Answer posted on Aug 29, 2021 0
Get to the staging point early

Answer posted on Sep 13, 2021 0
Watch your stuff!

Answer posted on Dec 6, 2021 0
Overnight only.

Answer posted on Mar 5, 2022 0
Bring a mask and sanitary liquid.

Answer posted on Dec 17, 2023 0

How long can you stay here?

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Everynight

Answer posted on Sep 13, 2021 0
Overnight unlimited, must leave after breakfast is served

Answer posted on Mar 5, 2022 0

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