Heat Safety for Seniors: How to Protect Older Adults During a Heat Wave

Extreme heat can be dangerous for seniors, especially older adults who live alone, have chronic health conditions, take certain medications, or lack reliable air conditioning. This heat wave safety guide explains what caregivers, adult children, and neighbors should look for, and how to help prevent heat exhaustion and other heat-related illnesses.

Stacey Gallardo from Traditions Senior Communities appeared on the FOX59 Morning News on Friday to discuss the importance of keeping seniors safe during dangerous heat waves.