For elders, the summer heat can be particularly brutal. Excessive outdoor activity can cause dehydration and skin issues like sunburn. We are aware of the several problems that excessive outdoor time can cause in elderly care.
The bulk of persons who are readily impacted by dehydration and sunburn are seniors. However, the seniors’ fun-filled days are not yet over. There are safety measures and safeguards in place so they may keep having a good time this summer.
We understand how lovely it may be for seniors to take advantage of the long summer days. As a provider of non-medical home care services in Texas, here is what we do:
- Permit them to dress in airy, lightweight attire when going outside. Additionally, we allow them to wear eye protection because older people’s eyes can be delicate.
- Use sunscreen as often as necessary and at least an hour before going outside. We use a broad spectrum that shields against UVA and UVB radiation when using one.
- Encourage them to drink a lot of water, even if they don’t frequently feel thirsty. Dehydration can strike suddenly and negatively impact their health.
- In Texas, where we provide home health care, we also take care to keep them inside during the hottest times of the day.
- We also look into their prescriptions because some drugs can make you more sensitive to light.
All year round, you or a senior loved one can receive top-notch care from 1st Choice Home Health Agency, during the summer, winter, fall, and autumn. We are prepared to provide our patients with care services from a home health agency in Texas.
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