air-conditioner works well ; and looking at things you can do to make your home cooler .
Power failures are also possible during times of extremely hot weather . Be prepared by ensuring that you have a fully charged phone , battery-operated radio and spare batteries . Stock up on food items that do not require refrigeration or cooking , and have plenty of drinking water available .
Know the signs of heat-related illness and the ways to respond to it . Heat cramps and heat exhaustion can result in muscle pains or spasms , heavy sweating , paleness , weakness , dizziness , headache or fainting . Anyone experiencing those symptoms should go to a cooler location , loosen or remove clothing , takes sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar , and get medical help if the symptoms last more than an hour .
Signs of heat stroke include an extremely high body temperature ( above 103 degrees taken orally ); red , hot and dry skin with no sweat ; rapid , strong pulse ; dizziness , confusion or unconsciousness . If seeing these symptoms , call 9-1-1 or get the person to a hospital immediately . Cool down with whatever means necessary until medical help arrives .
The Department of Human Services reminds residents age 60 and older that they ’ re welcome to visit any of the county-funded senior centers during regular hours of operation to socialize and enjoy activities while taking refuge from the heat . A list of all Allegheny County senior centers can be found online at alleghenycounty . us / Human-Services / Programs-Services / Older-Adults / Senior- Centers . aspx .
HEALTH DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES INCOME GUIDELINES INCREASE FOR WIC PROGRAM
The Allegheny County Health Department ( ACHD ) announced that income guidelines for the PA Women , Infants and Children ( WIC )
Supplemental Food and Nutrition Program have increased , effective July 1 .
The 2018-19 income limits for eligibility start with an annual gross income of $ 22,459 for a family of one ; $ 30,451 for two ; $ 38,443 for three ; $ 46,435 for four ; and $ 54,427 for five . Unborn children are counted when the woman is pregnant . Foster children can qualify for the program . Allegheny County residents with family sizes larger than five should contact the Health Department ’ s WIC Program directly for benefit information by calling 412.350.5801 .
WIC is a federally funded program for pregnant women , postpartum and breastfeeding mothers , infants and children under the age of 5 . Eligibility is based on income and nutritional risk .
WIC families receive nutrition counseling , breastfeeding support and food vouchers redeemable at participating grocery stores for infant formula , infant cereal , jarred baby foods , milk , eggs , cheese , yogurt , juice , cereal , peanut butter , whole grains , including bread , tortillas , oatmeal , rice and pasta , soy beverage , tofu , dry or canned beans , canned chunk light tuna , pink salmon or sardines , and fresh , frozen , or canned fruits and vegetables including organic varieties .
WIC participants are also eligible to receive vouchers for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program ( FMNP ) through Sept . 28 , or while supplies last . The FMNP vouchers can be redeemed for locally grown Pennsylvania fruits and vegetables at FMNP-authorized PA farmers markets and farm stands through Nov . 30 .
For information about WIC and how to apply for benefits , please call the Health Department ’ s WIC Program at 412.350.5801 . If this number is a toll call or you live outside Allegheny County , please call the statewide toll-free number , 1.800 . WIC . WINS , or visit pawic . com . n
Chartiers Bend
Resort-Style Living Made Simple
At Chartiers Bend , we offer more than just a luxury community - we offer a lifestyle . Our all-inclusive independent living concept makes life for our residents more comfortable , secure and fun . Our apartment homes include open layouts , large rooms , walk-in closets , full kitchens and more .
As a Charter Resident , you receive top priority for selecting your apartment layout and location .
Some other benefits include :
• Pack-Move-Unpack package valued up to $ 1,000
• New washer and dryer in your apartment home
• Complimentary garage for six months
• Two guest suite certificates
• Special pre-opening invitations
Call for more information :
412-564-0675
1000 Hastings Park Drive South Fayette Township , PA 15017 ChartiersBendRetirement . com
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