Cooling Centers Open in Bristol Twp., Pennridge

County officials are extending hours at senior community centers so residents have a place to cool off during the latest extended heat wave.

In addition, four senior centers will open Saturday, July 20 as noted in the schedule below. 

The county Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and Emergency Management Agency remind seniors that extreme hot weather can cause serious heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Though everyone should take precautions, seniors and children are especially vulnerable to extreme heat. 

The public is encouraged to check frequently on elderly neighbors, friends and family members. Symptoms of a possible heat injury include faintness, dizziness, nausea, weakness, and heavy sweating.

Fans may be available through the AAA for senior residents of Bucks County (age 60+) who do not have a fan or air conditioner. 

The elderly also may call 267-880-5700 for help during this heat wave.

Except as noted, the following senior centers will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Friday and on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Ben Wilson Senior Center*
580 Delmont Ave., Warminster, PA 18974
Phone: 215-672-8380
Closed Thursday and Friday July 18,19
Open Saturday, July 20 until 3:30 p.m.

Bristol Borough Area Active Adult Center
301 Wood Street, Bristol, PA 19007
Phone: 215-788-9238

Bristol Township Senior Center
2501 Bath Rd., Bristol, PA 19007
Phone: 215-785-6322

Pennridge Senior Center*
146 E. Main St., Silverdale, PA 18944
Phone: 215-453-7027 
* open Mon-Fri until 6:00 p.m. 
No hours Saturday, July 20

For more information or assistance, please call:

The Bucks County Area Agency on Aging
30 E. Oakland Ave., Doylestown, Pa. 18901
Phone:  267-880-5700. (M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)