23/06/2026
Caring for someone in this extreme heat? Here's what you need to know.
Hot weather brings extra challenges for unpaid carers. Here are some practical tips to help you manage:
💧 Keep fluids topped up, both for yourself and the person you care for. Water, diluted juice, and ice lollies all count, as well as foods that are high in water like fruits, soups and salads.
🏠 Close curtains and blinds on sunny-side windows during the hottest hours (11am–3pm) to keep rooms cooler.
🧊 A damp flannel on the wrists or back of the neck is a quick and easy way to cool someone down.
🌡️ Older people, young children, and those with long-term health conditions are more vulnerable to heat - keep a close eye on them.
😴 For night-time care, lightweight bedding and a fan can help both of you get a better night's sleep.
🪟 Open windows in the evening and overnight when the air is cooler to let heat escape.
📞 Know the signs: Heat exhaustion causes dizziness, heavy sweating, feeling faint and cool, clammy skin. If it progresses to heat stroke, skin becomes hot and dry and the person may become confused or lose consciousness - call 999 immediately.
If you need support this summer, Carers Together Wiltshire is here to help.
👉 https://carerstogetherwiltshire.org.uk/
📞 01380 710300
