Keeping Seniors Healthy in Soaring Temperatures

In Pittsburgh, the first six months of 2012 were the warmest on record, and July was especially sweltering. While hot weather can be fun for swimming and outdoor activities, it can also be dangerous, particularly for older adults. To protect some of Allegheny County’s most vulnerable individuals, the DHS Area Agency on Aging (AAA) offers a variety of services to ensure that local older adults have opportunities to avoid the heat and stay safe.