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New Texas Energy Package Could Help Older Adults in Long-Term Care Facilities During Extreme Weather

Source
The Daily Yonder
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Date
Oct 20, 2025
Summary
Discusses the challenges with caring for older adults in rural long-term care settings during natural disasters with a close look at the impact of 2021's Winter Storm Uri in Texas. Describes the outsized impact infrastructure failures have on the health of older adults. Highlights the Texas Backup Power Package, legislation aiming to strengthen energy resilience for critical facilities and essential services.
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Elderly population · Emergency preparedness and response · Health conditions · Health disparities · Infrastructure · Legislation and regulations · Long-term care · Texas