HOPE
Reageren op hittegolven in het ecosysteem van ouderen
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Main result
Recommendations
Title
DediCares decalogue of recommendations
Date 2019-2020
Objectives
The aim of this good practice is to avoid possible heat stroke among older adults, therefore DediCares offers a decalogue of recommendations to keep them well cared for.
Location /geographical coverage
Seville (Spain)
Organisation responsible for good practice
DediCares, an elderly care organization in Seville, Spain.
Stakeholders and partners
The beneficiaries of the good practice are seniors. DediCares is present in Sevilla, Malaga, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Almeria, Murcia, Madrid.
Short summary
DediCares offers a decalogue of recommendations to keep elderly adults safe
during the heat wave, so it is necessary to follow a series of tips to avoid suffering too much during these summer days. For example, wear light clothing, avoid caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, eat more fruits and vegetables, keep under control the hours of sleep and the blood pressure.
Impact
The positive aspect is raising awareness of the consequences of heat on seniors so prevention is one of the most effective way to deal with it thanks to specific
recommendations that are disseminated in all areas of Spain where this care
provider is located.
Innovation
The main innovative aspect lies on addressing heat waves in the general services
provided by care organisations.
Lessons learned
Heatwaves are not a new issue in Spain but in other countries recently affected by heatwaves the tips and recommendations provided could be of support to get prepared.
Sustainability
Just ensure the widest ways, means of possible dissemination of the recommendations with adequate medical back up and follow up.
Replicability and/or up-scaling
The good practice could be extended more widely because it consists in tips that are easy to adopt and promote. It can be useful to compare the recommendations with tips in other places, to have a comparation. In this case, seniors’ care providers are the key stakeholders.
Contact details
Tel. DediCares: +34 955 312 028
Mail DediCares: info@dedicares.com
Related Web site(s)
https://dedicares.com/diez-consejos-para-el-cuidado-de-nuestros-mayores-en-plena-ola-de-calor/
Related resources that have been developed
https://dedicares.com/ola-de-calor-personas-mayores-todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber/
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