24/06/2026
Some of office team cooling off in this heat!! We are busy working we promise!! 😁
With temperatures soaring this week 🌞 looking out for our older neighbours, friends, and loved ones is more important than ever. Older adults are much more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and dehydration.
Here are 5 simple, practical tips to help them stay safe and comfortable:
💧 Sip throughout the day: Don't wait until they feel thirsty. Keep a glass or jug of water within easy reach at all times.
🍉 Eat hydrating foods: Ice lollies, cucumber, watermelon, and jellies are great ways to sneak in extra fluids if drinking water feels like a chore.
🪟 Manage the windows: Keep curtains and blinds closed during the hottest parts of the day to block out the sun, and open windows at night when the air cools down.
👕 Dress lightly: Stick to loose, light-colored cotton clothing to help the body regulate its temperature.
🕒 Avoid peak sun: Keep activities indoors and out of the sun completely between 11pm and 3pm
More information from the NHS about coping with heat can be accessed here Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
