Office CLOSED: 12.27.10

Our Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, December 27th due to the inclement weather in the area. Our clients have been instructed to use one of their emergency meal packets during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30am.

Beat The Heat

This summer is one of the hottest across the nation, and we certainly have felt the change in the Philadelphia area. With the rising temperatures and warnings from media outlets and local agencies we want to make sure our clients and volunteers are staying safe during the summer months. Read the following tips and be sure to share them with your family and neighbors.

• Drink lots of fluids. Don’t wait until you are thirsty to drink. Be sure to drink at least 8 glasses of water each day. Avoid drinks like soda, tea or alcohol because these make your body more dehydrated.

 

• Watch out for others. Be sure to check up on your neigbors or people you know who have medical problems (like diabetes or heart problems). Never leave seniors, children or pets alone in a car

 

• Stay cool inside. At home use a fan with windows open or an air-conditioned. If you have to out in the heat, try to avoid the hottest times of the day (10am – 2pm). Instead, try to go outside in the morning and evening (when it is cooler), and try to rest in the shade.

 

• Dress Cool. Wear light clothing, hats and sunglasses to keep you cool, also remember to wear sunscreen.

 

• For help when it is hot or to find place to cool off, call the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging helpline 215-765-9040.

 

Remember if you are someone you know is homebound and need services from Meals on Wheels please be sure to contact us today!

HOT off the press!!!

“Chestnut Hill Meals on Wheels celebrates 35th year of service”

When volunteers showed up on Monday to Keystone House, Shannon Simcox, writer for the Chestnut Hill Local was on the porch to witness each dedicated volunteer prepare for their local route. Be sure to pick up your copy of the Chestnut Hill Local each week and support this great media outlet.

A Day in the Life of Chestnut Hill Meals on Wheels