When a disaster strikes, public shelters may need to open quickly to provide safety and stability for Monroe County residents. The Monroe County Emergency Management Adopt-a-Shelter Program connects local organizations with shelter support needs during emergencies, helping residents when it matters most. By adopting a shelter, your organization becomes a trusted community partner that can step in during hurricanes, wildfires, cold-weather emergencies, and other events when shelters are activated. Volunteers help provide comfort, support, and a welcoming presence for people facing difficult circumstances. Why Volunteers are Needed During emergencies, shelters may open for older adults, individuals with disabilities, families without stable housing, and others who need a safe place to go. Shelter managers oversee operations, but extra help is often needed for comfort items, non-clinical tasks, and general support. Volunteer groups can play a meaningful role by easing the burden on professional responders while bringing compassion and reassurance to residents in crisis. What it means to "Adopt" a Shelter Organizations that adopt a shelter may be asked to: Attend a one-time orientation with Monroe County Emergency Management staff Maintain a volunteer contact list for possible shelter activations Be on call to assist with shelter setup, check-in support, and comfort station needs Help distribute supplies Assist with light cleanup during shelter operations Not every shelter opens during every emergency. If your adopted shelter is activated, your organization will be notified and asked to confirm availability. Monroe County will provide guidance, safety instructions, and support throughout your involvement. Benefits of Participating Organizations that participate in the Adopt-a-Shelter Program can: Help serve displaced or vulnerable residents with dignity and care Be part of a trusted, coordinated local response Build teamwork, purpose, and pride among volunteers Gain firsthand emergency preparedness knowledge Receive official recognition from Monroe County Inspire others through community leadership Groups that adopt shelters will also receive early re-entry placards, a certificate of participation, and recognition on the county’s official social media channels and website. Who Can Participate Monroe County Emergency Management encourages participation from: Churches and faith-based organizations Civic and service clubs High school groups with volunteers. 18+ College student groups Community nonprofits Businesses and workplace teams No group is too small. Whether your organization can provide a few helping hands or a full team, every contribution helps improve the sheltering experience for Monroe County residents.

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Monroe County Emergency Management Staff Directory

Staff Directory • Emergency Management Home Directory Emergency Management Emergency Management Physical Address 7280 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Phone Number 305-289-6018 Email Us Email: Emergency Management CS Cory Schwisow Director Director Email: Cory Schwisow 305-289-6065 JB Joshua Baer Senior Planner - Training, Exercises, Logistics Senior Planner - Training, Exercises, Logistics Email: Josh Baer 305-289-6325 305-747-0690 VK Vince Kalson Senior Planner Senior Planner Email: Vince Kalson 305-289-6019 JT James Todd Senior Planner Senior Planner Email: James Todd 305-289-6365 HW Holly Winhoven Human Services, Emergency Management Human Services, Emergency Management Email: Holly Winhoven 305-797-1154 KL Kristen Livengood Public Information Officer Public Information Officer Email: Kristen Livengood 305-680-8226 Emergency Operations Center Physical Address 7280 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Special Needs Registry Hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Physical Address 7280 Overseas Highway Suite 150 Marathon, FL 33050 Phone Number 305-292-4591 Fax 305-289-6333 Email Us Email: [email protected] Business Placard Registration Program Physical Address 7280 Overseas Highway Marathon, FL 33050 Phone Number 305-289-6018 Fax 305-289-6333 Email Us Email: Placard Registration Back to Directory Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow

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Find a Facility

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8th Annual Trunk or Treat Event Halloween Event at Founders Park

1 day ago

8th Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Event at Founders Park Saturday, October 24th from 6:00-8:30pm at Founders Park $15 Parking Fee Costume Contest Inflatable Obstacle Course Sno-Cones, Donuts and Food Trucks Pumpkin Decorating Station DJ Dance Party, Juggling, Face Painting and More! ….it’s going to be OUT OF THIS WORLD!

Emergency Management

2 days ago

Emergency Management | Monroe County, FL - Official Website Skip to Main Content Popular Resources Quickly find what you're looking for Florida Division of Emergency Management Pet Shelter Registration Form Homeland Security American Red Cross Ready.Gov Small Business Administration Floodplain Management Business Early Reentry Placard Program Storm Surge & Coastal Floods /QuickLinks.aspx Emergency Management Events Mon, Oct 12 County Offices Closed - Columbus Day County Offices Closed - Columbus DayRead On Tue, Oct 20 BOCC Tax Reform Workshop and Informational Session - Marathon/Virtual BOCC Tax Reform Workshop and Informational Session - Marathon/VirtualRead On Wed, Oct 21 BOCC & Land Authority Regularly Scheduled Meeting - Marathon BOCC & Land Authority Regularly Scheduled Meeting - MarathonRead On View All Events /Calendar.aspx County Commissioners Learn more about your representatives Michelle Lincoln Mayor David Rice Mayor Pro Tem Jim Scholl Commissioner Holly Merrill Raschein Commissioner Craig Cates Commissioner Cory Schwisow Director Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Arrow Left Arrow Right [] Slideshow Left Arrow Slideshow Right Arrow

Comprehensive Plan Update Public Workshop

3 days ago

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Islamorada's Second Budget Hearing Rescheduled

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Islamorada's Second Budget Hearing Rescheduled to Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30PM

Trunk or Treat Halloween Event

2 weeks ago

Trunk or Treat Halloween Event | Islamorada, FL Skip to Main Content Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Search Home Departments Parks & Recreation Special Events & Activities Trunk or Treat Halloween Event Trunk or Treat Halloween Event Trunk or Treat 2026 is coming soon! Saturday, October 24th from 6:00-8:30pm Flyer and more information coming soon! Decorate your vehicle and provide candy to Trunk or Treaters! CLICK HERE Version Options Trunk or Treat Halloween Event Headline to register a Trunk! Government Websites by CivicPlus®

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