Arizona's summer temperatures can reach scorching highs of up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, posing significant risks to health and safety. At Banner Health Plan, safeguarding the well-being of our members is paramount. We recognize the critical importance of providing relief from the heat, access to cooling centers, and ample hydration resources during these extreme conditions. Collaborating with local partners, we strive to offer essential support to our community, ensuring that every individual has the means to stay cool, safe, and hydrated.
Transportation Program
In response to the urgent need for transportation to cooling centers and emergency heat relief stations, we would like to highlight the Solari/211 Arizona Transportation Program. This initiative is designed to make a tangible difference in the lives of community members who may face transportation barriers during the sweltering summer months. Individuals in need can simply call the transportation hotline at 855-345-6432 or 211 to access rides to designated cooling centers and emergency heat relief stations. This program aims to provide swift and reliable transportation solutions, ultimately safeguarding the health and safety of our community members. Service is available from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm, seven days a week.
Heat Relief Info & Resource | 211 Arizona
Additionally, the 211 website provides interactive heat relief maps for Pima, Pinal, Maricopa, and Yuma counties, assisting individuals in locating nearby resources. Through community effort, we hold the key to significantly improving the well-being of our members during Arizona's scorching summers. Let's guarantee that each person receives the vital information and support necessary to stay safe, cool, and hydrated. It's our combined actions that make the real difference.