Join the Administration for Community Living (ACL) for a webinar on the significant impact of extreme winter weather on older adults and people with disabilities, and the need for inclusive preparedness, response, and recovery measures. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET.
During this webinar, attendees will hear from an expert panel, including representatives from the disability and aging networks at the national, state, and regional levels. The discussion will highlight the importance of accessible resources, evacuation planning, and strategies to ensure that critical services are available and inclusive before, during, and after extreme winter events.
Extreme winter weather disproportionately impacts older adults and individuals with disabilities due to factors related to health, mobility, and access to resources. Chronic health conditions such as diabetes or thyroid problems, which affect the heart or blood flow, can impair the body’s ability to stay warm. Additionally, medications for common conditions may have the same effect.
Register for the webinar here.
A Q&A session will follow the panelists' presentations.