Extreme Heat and Age
Summer Heat Wave Safety
Summer heat in New York City is here to stay, but with a little preparation, you don’t need to break a sweat protecting yourself or your loved ones during a heat wave. Extreme Heat and Older Adults Extreme heat typically has a more significant effect on older adults due to how our bodies change as…
Read MoreGet Prepared for NYC’s Next Heatwave
Extreme heat waves pose a significant hazard for older or homebound adults, and in 2020, that hazard is further complicated by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, SelectCare Home Care Services has extensive experience preparing our clients for the challenges presented by the summer months, and encourages everyone to brush up on their summer heatwave safety…
Read MoreHelping New Yorkers Prepare for Severe Summer Heat
Heat Waves Are Particularly Dangerous for Older Adults As any long-time New Yorker knows, the city’s weather can be just as temperamental as its residents, and sudden changes in temperature over the last week mean that now is the best time to start preparing for severe summer heat. As a person ages, their body’s ability…
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