Air Conditioning Survey for Nursing Homes

 

To: Nursing Home Administrators From: Jo Tansey, Branch Chief, Acute and Nursing Facilities, Health Facilities & Emergency Services Division Re: Air Conditioning Survey Heat-related emergencies are increasing each year in Colorado. Accelerating changes in our climate have led to a rise in human exposure to harmful temperatures and worsening air quality.  In the event of a heat related emergency, the department wants to ensure that local public health partners and coalitions are aware of nursing homes in their areas that do not have air conditioning. In the event of a heat related emergency, they may reach out to those that do not have air conditioning to provide assistance or guidance, should needs arise.  Please help us by answering four questions. We hope to receive your responses by the end of May. If you have any questions, please contact Melanie.Roth-Lawson@state.co.us or 720-291-5929. Thank you in advance. .