Hello Guildford Community, Family & Loved Ones,

During these extreme weather temperatures, we are taking precautions to ensure the comfort & health of Guildford Seniors Village Community.

We are ensuring that residents & staff are staying cool & hydrated to prevent heat-related illnesses:

• Offering frequent drinks to stay hydrated throughout the day:
  • Water, carbonated water and a variety of lemonade with reduced sugar & snacks are being provided for everyone.
  • Plenty of water is especially provided and encouraged during and between meals, and upon request.

• Staff & Residents are remaining in shaded areas and air conditioned amenities such as tv lounge, recreation room, dining room and neighborhood pods.

• Cold towels and ice packs will be utilized to prevent and manage overheating.

• Daily menu is being changed due to the heat wave on Saturday, Sunday & Monday.

A special thank you to Avtar, Culinary Department for ensuring refreshments &

to all devoted staff for commitment and caring to residents’ well-being & each other.

~ General Manager, Camila Nunes

Please be aware of your own triggers of a variety of heat-related illnesses (e.g. heat stroke), dehydration.  Signs of heat illness may include: changes in behaviour, dizziness or fainting, nausea or vomiting, headache, fast breathing or heartbeat, extreme thirst and decreased urination. Severe signs of illness requiring immediate medical care include a high body temperature, confusion, hallucinations, lack of coordination, seizures, or a loss of consciousness.

Older adults are especially sensitive to the health effects of heat, particularly those with pre-existing conditions or who take certain medications.

Please take extra caution to protect the health of yourselves at this time, during heat alerts.

Everyone is at risk of heat-illnesses during extreme temperatures; however, certain population groups such as the following are at higher risk:

• Older people, infants and young children
• People with chronic illnesses (such as breathing difficulties, heart conditions, or psychiatric illnesses) and people on certain medications (including some psychiatric medication)
• People who work or exercise in the heat

Signs and symptoms

Heat-related illness is the result of the body gaining heat faster than it can cool itself down. It can lead to weakness, disorientation, exhaustion. In severe cases, it can lead to heatstroke, which is a medical emergency. It can also lead to worsening of heart or lung conditions.

Have Any Questions?

Please call 604-582-0808 and we will direct your call.

Stay safe & well,

From All Of Us in Guildford Seniors Village