Specialized institutions providing overnight accommodation, meals, and medical assistance to citizens in need are operating in Bishkek. According to the city mayor's office, assistance centers for the homeless and women with children in difficult life circumstances are open in various districts of the capital.
Where to receive assistance
In the Oktyabrsky district, a temporary shelter has been operating since November 2026 at: 1a A. Tokombaev St., 12th microdistrict. Its operation will continue until April 1, 2027. In the Leninsky district, accommodation for women with children is organized at the Mercy Center public foundation (10 Trudovaya St.).
The municipal institution "Kolomto" in the Pervomaysky district at 413 Zhibek-Zholu Ave. provides constant support. In addition to accommodation, the facilities provide medical examinations, including HIV and TB testing, as well as fluorography and primary sanitary treatment.
Shelter capacity
Despite the estimated capacity, between 70 and 100 citizens receive overnight accommodation and meals daily at the "Kolomto" institution. Citizens can approach the shelters independently, or they may be brought by patrol service officers and ambulance crews.
Context
Bishkek is the country's largest city, with a population of approximately 1.19 million people as of 2025.
