Warming/Cooling Centers | Polk County Iowa Health Department
1907 Carpenter Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50314
Polk County Iowa Health Department
Eligibility
Open to anyone
Required documents
None
Hours
Time varies at each location
Visit website for list of available warming/cooling locations
(515) 286-3546
Fax·
Fax
(515) 286-3798
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
None
Fees
None
Service area
Polk County, IA
Warming/Cooling Centers are utilized during extreme heating or cooling events. These locations include public libraries, shopping centers, and community/senior centers. DART Route information is available on the list of warming/cooling centers to help callers find their way to the appropriate DART bus. Visit the health departments website for more information.
Last Assured
12/05/2025
Providing organization
Polk County Iowa Health Department
Provides public health programs and educational services.