When Hurricane Ian hit the southwest coast of Florida last September, it brought with it 150 mile-an-hour winds and 12-feet of storm surge. Of the 120 people who tragically died in the storm, two-thirds were 60 or older. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights warns that older and disabled populations are the most adversely affected in emergencies, yet the least likely to have access to emergency support. Many older adults are isolated, living alone, hours away from a family member or caregiver. Others have chronic health conditions like diabetes and kidney failure that can pose increased risks when storms and other natural hazards disrupt regular healthcare. Power out
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