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Everything You Need To Know About Winter Safety For Seniors

Elderly care can help you take the right precautions to keep your loved one in Eldersburg, MD safe during the winter

Winter is almost here in Eldersburg: temperatures are gradually getting lower and we have yet to experience the full effects of cold weather – the snow-covered roads and icy pavements which can be particularly dangerous to older adults. If you are an elderly care provider, Visiting Angels has some winter safety tips that might come in handy for keeping your loved one safe and healthy throughout the cold season.

Provide Weather Updates Regularly

Make sure to give your loved one an update on the weather conditions each day. It’s important that members of the family and elderly care providers inform seniors on the weather as is can get very slippery outside. Freezing air, snowfall and gusts of wind often form ice on the stairs, patio, walkways and driveways, so remind your loved one to be extra careful when going outside. Moreover, you can accompany them on their walks whenever you can.

Remind Your Loved One to Bundle Up

Make sure you constantly remind Mom or Dad to bundle up when going outside. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, most seniors have a problem with body heat regulation due to slower metabolisms. This means that your loved one will likely require more insulation to protect themselves in freezing cold temperatures, so make certain to provide them with extra layers of clothing, a warm hat, and a pair of mittens. Dressing in layers is especially important for seniors who live in cooler climates.

Provide Vitamin and Supplement Reminders

We’ve already pointed out that older adults are more prone to falling during the icy winter months. One of the best ways to promote winter safety in older adults is to make sure they do everything they can to keep their bones healthy and strong. To this end, consider encouraging your loved one to consistently take their vitamins and supplements.

Create an Emergency Plan

Consider outlining an emergency plan for the real possibility of a fall. Even when seniors take every precaution you might think of, accidents still occur, so you can never be too careful. Sit down with Mom or Dad, go through all possible scenarios, and come up with an emergency plan together.

As winter is the most difficult season for senior in many parts of the United States, especially those who live isolated from others and/or require elderly care, please consider these winter safety measures and precautions seriously. However, bear in mind that common sense and proper preparation can alleviate most winter safety issues.

If your loved one could benefit from professional elderly care, please get in touch with a care coordinator from Visiting Angels Eldersburg. We include a free fall prevention analysis in our introductory meeting.

We hope these winter safety tips can help your loved one stay safe and healthy this winter. If you need help caring for Mom or Dad, please call our Eldersburg, MD office today. Visiting Angels is here for you!

Serving Eldersburg, Westminster, Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City, Randallstown and Surrounding Areas in Carroll and Howard Counties in Maryland

Visiting Angels ELDERSBURG, MD
6505 Ridenour Way E #1B
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Phone: 410-549-8002

Serving Eldersburg, Westminster, Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City, Randallstown and Surrounding Areas in Carroll and Howard Counties in Maryland

Visiting Angels ELDERSBURG, MD
6505 Ridenour Way E #1B
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Phone: 410-549-8002

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