New Life Community Alliance Announces Holiday Hours and Service Updates
The holiday season is here, and NLCA remains committed to supporting our South DeKalb neighbors, including those experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
To help guests, community partners, and supporters plan ahead, we’re sharing the South DeKalb Day Center at New Life’s holiday hours, along with temporary closures for other NLCA services.
South DeKalb Day Center Holiday Hours
The Day Center will remain open during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, with adjusted hours and meal services.
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
- November 26 – 27: Open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lunch Only Served
- November 28: Open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Lunch and Dinner Served
Christmas Holiday Hours
- December 21 – 23: Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Normal Programming
- December 24 – 25: Open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lunch Only Served
- December 26: Open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Lunch and Dinner Served
New Year’s Holiday Hours
- December 31: Open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lunch Only Served
- January 1: Open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Lunch Only Served
- January 2: Open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Lunch and Dinner Served
Additional NLCA Holiday Service Closures
While the Day Center will remain open on select holidays, the following NLCA services will be closed on November 28, December 26, and January 2:
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Services
- Barber and Beauty Services
- GED Programming
Please note that these closures apply to the services listed above, not the Day Center’s scheduled holiday meal services. We encourage guests and community members to plan ahead for these temporary service changes.
Whether it’s a holiday or an ordinary weekday, everyone deserves a safe place to feel welcome, find support, and connect with their community.
About the South DeKalb Day Center at New Life
The South DeKalb Day Center at New Life is a welcoming community resource serving individuals experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity in South DeKalb County. The Day Center provides comprehensive wraparound services, including case management, housing and shelter navigation,GED programming, computer lab access, hot meals, clothing, barber and beauty services, restrooms, showers, and medical services.
Through community partnerships, Claratel Behavioral Health provides behavioral health services and support for Day Center participants, while WorkSource DeKalb assists with employment services and resources.
Operated by NLCA, the Day Center is part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to meeting immediate needs, building meaningful relationships, and helping neighbors move toward a more stable future.
