This page was created 8.4.25.
Day Center Operations
City of Portland Day Centers play a vital role in the city’s response to homelessness by providing essential services, safety, and stability to individuals experiencing houselessness. These centers offer a safe, welcoming space during the day where people can rest, access restrooms and showers, as well as receive support services such as housing navigation, mental health referrals, and job readiness assistance. For many, day centers are a critical entry point to more permanent housing solutions and other long-term support. They also help reduce strain on emergency services and contribute to overall community well-being by offering consistent, compassionate care in a structured setting.
Beyond basic needs, City day centers create a sense of dignity and human connection that can be life-changing for people living on the margins. Staffed by trained professionals and community partners, these centers serve as hubs of trust, resilience, and opportunity. They bridge the gap between unsheltered life and stability, giving people a place to regroup and take next steps toward healing and independence.
Locations of City Day Centers
You can find a photo of each day center site in this list. Feel free to scroll through, and if you want more information about a site in particular, click on the site name to go to the corresponding webpage for that shelter.
NW Glisan Oasis Day Center (NW 6th Ave & NW Glisan)
JOIN Dayspace (1435 NE 81st Avenue)
View full size image of On the patio, looking at the entrance to the JOIN Dayspace entrance.