The Mapleton Seniors’ Centre for Excellence is asking people to check in on neighbours during hot weather.
To reduce the risk:
- – wear loose fitting, lightweight clothing;
- – listen to the weather forecast and prepare for extreme heat by turning on air conditioning or shutting blinds and drapes to keep your home as cool as possible;
- – take cool baths or showers to reduce your body temperature;
- – drink plenty of fluids; water is best. Avoid alcohol and drinks with caffeine;
- – ask your doctor if you take medications that can affect your ability to stay hydrated and dissipate heat;
- – take it easy during the hottest parts of the day. Try to schedule exercise or physical labor for cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or evening; and
- – get acclimated. Limit time spent working or exercising in heat until you’re conditioned to it. People who are not used to hot weather are especially susceptible to heat-related illness.
Seek medical care immediately if you have, or someone you know has, symptoms of heat-related illness like muscle cramps, headaches, nausea or vomiting.
Congregate Dining programs
The congregate dining programs take place from 12 to 1:30pm. Presentations are free and begin at 12:30pm.. Lunch is $12 and will be served at noon. To register call 519-638-1000 or 1-866-446-4546.
The programs include:
– Clifford United Church, on Aug. 17 at 12pm – “Falls And Arthritis.”
Join Susan McAuslan from the Arthritis Society as she discusses how arthritis can increase your risk of falls and what changes you can make to reduce this risk.
– Harriston United Church on Aug. 29 at 12pm – “Africa via Tanzania, Kenya, Zambia, Botswana and Madagascar.”
Join professional photographer Mark Garbutt as he takes you on a trip to Africa the Dark Continent. Garbutt will share stories alongside his photography and transport you from the town of Harriston to deepest Africa, without the man eating animals or the huge insects.
– Arthur United Church on Aug. 30 at 12pm – “Toe Tapping Favourites.”
Join Tonia-Joy Skipper as she provides musical entertainment. Skipper will have a selection of songs that you can choose from so you will hear your personal picks and it will be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon with friends.
The Arthur United Church Women cater this luncheon for $6 per person.
