BEAVER FALLS, PA (December 5, 2024) – The Cornerstone of Beaver County (TCBC) – a nonprofit organization working to prevent and end homelessness in Beaver County – has coordinated with community partners to provide warming centers this winter for those experiencing homelessness or housing-related crisis in Beaver County.

Warming centers provide relief from inclement and potentially dangerous winter weather, including extreme cold and wind chill. Those who turn to TCBC for warming center service can also access basic needs and housing resources that are part of the organization’s regular, year-round programming.

Local Warming Center Locations and Hours of Operation:

The Cornerstone of Beaver County 

Mon-Fri 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

600 6th Street, Beaver Falls, PA

New Brighton Municipal Building

Mon-Thurs 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

610 3rd Avenue, New Brighton, PA

Uncommon Grounds

Tues-Thurs 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

380 Franklin Ave, Aliquippa, PA

After hours – or any time day or night – anyone experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness or housing-related crisis can call TCBC at 724.846.6400 for assistance.

TCBC’s website — CornerstoneBeaver.org — contains a resources page that provides the warming center information and a list of community organizations offering meals, groceries, clothing, and other assistance.

“The winter brings increased risks for people who are unhoused. Without shelter from the cold and inclement weather, there is a greater threat of illness, injury, and even death,” said TCBC Executive Director Marie Timpano.

Timpano continued, “We’re grateful for our compassionate community and to have the New Brighton Municipal Building and Uncommon Grounds as warming center partners helping to keep those experiencing homelessness out of harm’s way this winter.”

Since 2016, TCBC has served as a critical safety net, providing and coordinating emergency shelter, housing and utility assistance, basic needs, resources, and referrals—all aimed at preventing and ending homelessness in Beaver County.

Additionally, in June of 2023, TCBC opened the doors to its 24-hour men’s emergency shelter, a 20-bed, fully-staffed shelter in Vanport that provides supportive services to help guests successfully transition to permanent housing and rebuild their lives.

For more information about TCBC’s programs and services, visit CornerstoneBeaver.org or call 724-846-6400.