INFORMAL CAREGIVERS-FINAL-PT: Case 2- Mr. Smith's Cooling Dilemma

Case Mr. Smith's Cooling Dilemma

Mr. Smith, a 75-year-old retiree, resides in a region known for scorching summers. With temperatures soaring to uncomfortable levels, Mr Smith is determined to find a solution to combat the relentless heat waves that leave him feeling exhausted and drained. Concerned about his health and well-being during the hot months, he contemplates purchasing cooling equipment to alleviate his discomfort. He is in doubt whether he should by an air conditioning unit or an evaporative cooler.

Mr. Smith is not very rich but has no debts. He just can get by with his small pension. Although he suffers from some arthritis, he manages to take care of himself, sometimes with the help of friendly neighbours.

As a start, he asks you to help him with this decision. Could you provide him with 3 pro’s and con’s of air-conditioning and of evaporative coolers?