Program Description
Recorded: August 20, 2024 – The Earth is heating up, and making it more challenging to keep our bodies cool. Overheating is dangerous for anyone, but more so for those with disabilities and advanced age. In this webinar, we will look at low- and high-tech methods for keeping cool and hydrated in hot weather.
Tune in to learn about:
- How heat affects our bodies,
- Weather and hydration apps,
- Technology for cooling you and your environment, and
- Emergency preparedness
Presenter
Melissa Bliss, MS OTR/L – Melissa is an occupational therapist and assistive technology specialist at Maine CITE, the state assistive technology program in Maine. She has worked in a wide variety of educational and clinical settings as an OT, including home health, nursing homes, early intervention, schools, acute care, rehab, and as a program coordinator for an AT lending library and reuse program in Portland. Melissa joined Maine CITE in July, 2022, where she focuses on ensuring that all Maine people have better access to and information about the technologies and adaptive equipment they need to lead full and productive lives.
Resources
Resources discussed in webinar:
Keeping Cool and Hydrated in Extreme Heat PowerPoint – PDF
Keeping Cool and Hydrated in Extreme Heat Handout – PDF
Rev: 9/10/2024