It’s that time of year again: the temperatures are slowly rising, outdoor events are popping up, and you might find yourself craving ice cream. Summer is here! Summer can mean a lot of fun things, but it can also mean a struggle to stay comfortable and a battle with utility bills. Below are some resources to stay cool as temperatures continue to climb.
Air Conditioning Repair/Installation
- Friends in Deed
- Can call Help Line at (734) 484-4357 for more information M-F from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
- Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development
- May be able to assist under the Weatherization Program
- Contact Yvonne Cudley at (734) 544-3008 or [email protected]
- CSSW Home Maintenance & Safety Services
- Can help install window AC unit (must be provided by client)
Cooling Centers
- Ann Arbor District Library (click here for locations)
- Hours: 12:00-8:00pm
- Masks required? No
- Chelsea District Library (221 S Main Street in Chelsea)
- Hours: M-F 10:00am-6:00pm, Sa 10:00am-3:00pm
- Masks required? Yes (if unvaccinated or within 2 weeks of vaccinations. Includes children under 12)
- Dexter District Library (3255 Alpine Street)
- Hours: Hours subject to change. Call the library at (734) 426-4477
- Masks required? Yes (if unvaccinated or within 2 weeks of vaccinations. Includes children under 12)
- Manchester District Library (912 City Rd in Manchester)
- Hours: M-F 11:00am-6:00pm, Saturdays 10am-2pm
- Masks required? Yes (if unvaccinated or within 2 weeks of vaccinations. Includes children under 12)
- Saline District Library (555 N Maple Rd in Saline)
- Hours: M-Th 9:00am-9:00pm, F-Sa 10:00am-5:00pm, Su 1:00-5:00pm
- Masks required? Yes (if unvaccinated or within 2 weeks of vaccinations. Includes children under 12)
- Washtenaw County Human Services Building (555 Towner Street in Ypsilanti)
- Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
- Ypsilanti District Library (5577 Whittaker Road in Ypsilanti)
- Whittaker and Michigan Ave locations only
- Hours: M-Th 9:00am-9:00pm, F-Sa 10:00am-6:00pm, Su 1:00-5:00pm
- Masks required? Yes (if unvaccinated or within 2 weeks of vaccinations. Includes children under 12)
NOTE: Research for this blog post was completed before the mask mandate was changed. Call cooling centers for the most up to date information regarding masks and other policies.
