Because cold temperatures, icy conditions and storms are on their way this season, it’s important for seniors to practice winter safety to avoid health risks.
But, there are several ways seniors can be careful to lessen or sidestep those hazards. Here are three suggestions to keep seniors safe this winter:
Stay steady
The buddy system is great to live by during the winter. Link your arms with a friend when walking to stay stable and avoid any spills due to ice, sleet or snow.
Bundle up
Seniors with Diabetes may experience Myopathy, which is numbness in fingers in toes. This condition can be serious in the winter if you don’t feel pain from cold temperatures. To avoid frostbite, wear layers. Wearing layers can also diminish the risk of hypothermia.
Vigilance is key
Shivering, stiff muscles and confusion are not only signs of old age, but also hypothermia. If any of these symptoms seem out of the ordinary for you, contact your doctor immediately.
Learn more about how seniors can take care of themselves this winter and contact us today if you’re interested in your senior living options at The Kenwood.
