Seniors and the Summer
Posted on | June 17, 2008 |
Every summer brings a heat wave and high temperatures to areas across the nation. This year, the East Coast has already seen record high temps in the 100s.
Seniors are especially vulnerable to high temperatures and severe weather. Here are some steps you can take today to help an elderly loved one in your life:
1. Establish a strong network of contacts. Make sure your loved one has the contact numbers for family members, doctors, nurses, transportation, geriatric care managers, etc. Keep a list of these contact number for yourself as well.
2. Get to know a few of your loved one’s neighbors. Ask them to check on your loved one when severe weather strikes or when high/low temperatures hit.
3. Next time you visit, bring along a few emergency preparedness items as gifts (flashlights, weather radios, emergency kits). Check to see if their air conditioner and fans are working well before the hot weather strikes. Place all the items in an accessible location.
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