22/06/2026
To all residents, families, and members of our community in Havering and the surrounding areas, with the current hot weather and heat warnings in place, we encourage everyone to take extra care and look after themselves over the coming days.
As much as this beautiful sunshine is lovely and many of us are enjoying it, it’s important to remember that high temperatures can pose serious health risks, particularly for older adults, young children, and those with underlying health conditions.
Please remember to:
💧 Stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
🏠 Keep your home as cool as possible by closing curtains and blinds during the hottest parts of the day.
🌳 Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and limit strenuous activity during peak heat hours.
🧢 Wear lightweight clothing, seek shade where possible, and use sunscreen when outdoors.
❤️ Please check in on any vulnerable neighbours, friends, family members, or residents you may know. A quick phone call, message, or knock on the door can make a huge difference to someone who may be struggling in the heat or feeling isolated.
If you or someone else begins to feel dizzy, weak, unusually thirsty, develops a headache, or experiences muscle cramps, move to a cool place, drink water, and seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen.
At Happilife, we believe in looking after one another. By taking simple precautions and supporting those around us, we can help keep our community safe and well during this spell of hot weather.
💙 Stay cool, stay hydrated, and take care of yourselves and each other.
