Older adults staying protected in the heat

June 24, 2010 - PRLog -- KANSAS CITY, Mo.--As temperatures in the metro soared, Shepherd’s Center Central’s volunteers helped Meals on Wheels clients stay cool.  Volunteer delivery drivers distributed 32 oz water bottles to clients as a reminder to drink plenty of water. A tag attached to the bottle of water added other hot weather tips:

•   Use your A/C!
•   Take cool baths and showers!
•   Call 911 if you feel dizzy or nauseous
•   Contact Shepherd’s Center if you have questions or need to know about community projects that provides fans and a/c units to those in need
•   Older adults are particularly at risk for developing heat-related illness.  The ability to gauge personal temperature decreases as one ages and some medications can exacerbate this effect as well.  This summer, check on the well-being of older neighbors, friends and family.  If you have questions contact us at 816.444.1121 or call the United Way 211 for information about no or low-cost fans and a/c units for seniors.

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