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should go to places that do have air Keep in mind individuals with dementia passes close to the surface of
conditioning, such as senior centers, may not be able to express pain or the skin, and the cold cloths
shopping malls, movie theaters and uncomfortableness. can help cool the blood.
libraries. Cooling centers, which may • Encourage the individual to
be set up by local public health agencies, If you suspect that someone is shower, bathe or sponge off with

religious groups and social service suffering from a heat-related illness:
cool water if it is safe to do so.
organizations in many communities, • Call 911 if you suspect
are another option. heat stroke. Always remember to look out for your
neighbors and friends.

There are many factors that can increase • Get the person out of the
risk for hyperthermia, including: heat and into a shady, The Caroline Medical Adult Day Care

air-conditioned or other cool
• Dehydration offers services to assist those with
place. Urge them to lie down. physical, psychological, or emotional
• Alcohol use
• If the person can swallow needs to remain in their homes and
• Reduced sweating caused by safely, off er fluids such as water, in the community as independently

medications such as diuretics, fruit and vegetable juices, but as possible. Call for more information
sedatives, tranquilizers not alcohol or caff eine. using 410-479-8065. Come spend the
and certain heart and day with our professional skilled, warm
• Apply a cold, wet cloth to the

blood pressure drugs. caring staff. Visit us at www.carolinehd.
wrists, neck, armpits, and groin.
org
• High blood pressure or other These are places where blood

health conditions that require
changes in diet. People on
salt-restricted diets may be at
increased risk; however, salt
pills should not be used without
first consulting a doctor.

• Use of multiple medications.
It is important, however, to
continue to take prescribed
14374 Benedictine Ln | Ridgely, MD 21660
medication and discuss possible
problems with a physician. THE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY
• Age-related changes to the skin
such as poor blood circulation AT MARTIN’S HOUSE & BARN
and ineffi cient sweat production. (This is our new name, was previously Saint Martin’s Barn)
• Heart, lung and kidney diseases, Drive-Thru Pantry and Thrift Store Hours:
as well as any illness that causes
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Martes, Jueves, Viernes
general weakness or fever.
8:30 am - 11:30 am 8:30 am - 11:30 am
• Being substantially overweight Wednesday 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
or underweight.

Thrift Store is also open First Saturdays 8 am-Noon
Heat stroke is a life-threatening form
of hyperthermia. It occurs when the FOOD ASSISTANCE:
body is overwhelmed by heat and
PLEASE CALL OUR BARN MANAGER
unable to control its temperature.
AT 410.634.2537 EXT. 111
Signs and symptoms of heat stroke

include a significant increase in body RENT & UTILITIES ASSISTANCE:
temperature (generally above 104
degrees Fahrenheit), changes in mental PLEASE CALL OUR HOUSING & SUPPORT SERVICES
status (like confusion or combativeness), COORDINATOR AT 410-634-2537 EXT. 105
strong rapid pulse, lack of sweating, dry All staff at Martin’s House & Barn are following CDC guidelines
flushed skin, feeling faint, staggering
for social distancing and COVID prevention, including daily
or coma. Emergency medical attention
temperature checks and masking.
is critical for a person with heat stroke
We ask that clients also please wear a mask and maintain
symptoms, especially an older adult.
distance of six feet when staff bring the food to the vehicle.
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