The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has published the Summer Readiness Toolkit’ a Talking about heat guide – A toolkit for organisations supporting older people during hot weather and the Heat health Action Card for the VCFSE Sector to support your planning and response.
In line with government guidance, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority is asking all VCFSE partners to take the following actions:
- Key Actions at Amber Alert Level
- Check in on people who may be more affected by heat – especially those living alone or without access to cool spaces
- Continue Yellow Alert actions – (see attached action card) encourage hydration, ventilation, and regular contact
- Adapt your services if needed – consider rescheduling home visits and activities to avoid the hottest part of the day
- Brief your staff and volunteers – make sure they know the signs of heat exhaustion and what to do
- Link in with local partners – stay connected with your local authority, health services, or Local Resilience Forum
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