How Can Seniors Escape the Heat?

The following article appeared in the Milford Daily News on Saturday, July 23. Click on the link below to view the entire article.

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Minimizing heavy activity was one of the first things to consider, said Raquel Mullaney, owner of Comfort Keepers, an in-home care service for the elderly with a center in Milford. ‘‘Elderly people feel the heat differently,’’ said Mullaney. ‘‘As the older adult ages, their ability to feel the heat and humidity declines.’’ So when Grandma puts on a cardigan in 80-degree weather, it’s because she really feels a chill.

Mullaney said dehydration is also a big worry because seniors often don’t feel all that thirsty even if they start to get dehydrated. Mullaney suggests that seniors drink plenty of water, dress in lightcolored and lightweight clothing, and stay in shaded places, despite not feeling thirsty or hot.

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