{"id":5186,"date":"2020-07-03T09:00:31","date_gmt":"2020-07-03T13:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/?p=5186"},"modified":"2020-07-02T22:52:55","modified_gmt":"2020-07-03T02:52:55","slug":"what-do-you-need-to-do-to-keep-your-senior-safe-in-the-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/blog\/what-do-you-need-to-do-to-keep-your-senior-safe-in-the-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do You Need to Do to Keep Your Senior Safe in the Summer?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your elderly family member can absolutely enjoy every moment of the summer, but she does still need to pay attention to safety. As her caregiver, you may need to be aware of some possible concerns so you can act quickly if necessary.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Too Much Sun Can Be Damaging<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sun can do a lot of good. It\u2019s warming and it feels good on the skin, in moderation. It can also be the catalyst that helps your senior\u2019s body to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/vitamin-d-from-sun\">its own vitamin D<\/a>. But too much sun can be a problem. If your elderly family member is outside, that could mean that she needs to wear clothing that protects her skin and that she uses an umbrella or a hat to shield her face.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hydration Is Super Important<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-5187 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/66\/2020\/07\/bigstock-Cheerful-multi-generation-fami-184930195-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/66\/2020\/07\/bigstock-Cheerful-multi-generation-fami-184930195-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/66\/2020\/07\/bigstock-Cheerful-multi-generation-fami-184930195-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/66\/2020\/07\/bigstock-Cheerful-multi-generation-fami-184930195-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/66\/2020\/07\/bigstock-Cheerful-multi-generation-fami-184930195.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Proper hydration is always a big deal, but it\u2019s more important than ever when the temperatures rise. And if your senior is spending a lot of time outside, she definitely needs to be sipping water regularly. Get an idea from your senior\u2019s doctor how much water is right for her. It\u2019s different for every individual and you and your senior can craft a plan that helps her to get the right amount of water on a regular basis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cooling the Air Is Also Important<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When the air is already heavy and thick, the last thing you want is for it to just sit there and be warm, too. Fans, both ceiling fans and oscillating versions, are great to have indoors. For starters, they can be cooling in their own right. But they also help to keep the air conditioner from working too hard on its own. Outside your elderly family member might benefit from a battery-operated fan and mister combo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Medication Side Effects Can Be Worse in Heat<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Depending on your elderly family member\u2019s health, she may be taking medications. Side effects can be different in the heat than they might be during cooler weather. Talk to your senior\u2019s doctor, especially if the medications she\u2019s taking are new for your senior. Find out how they might affect her when she\u2019s in the sun and when it\u2019s warmer out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Look for Other Signs of Issues<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/first-aid\/understanding-heat-related-illness-basics\">Heat-related illnesses<\/a> are a huge concern, but especially for older adults. Be alert for any signs of unusual behavior or anything that doesn\u2019t seem to be normal for your senior. You could be witnessing the very earliest stages of some of these illnesses.<\/p>\n<p>Summer is the perfect time for your elderly family member to be outside more often and to enjoy nature. It\u2019s just really important to help her to do so as safely as possible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If You Or An Aging Loved One Are Considering Hiring <a href=\"http:\/\/assistinghands.com\/41\/florida\/stpete\/services\/caregiver-services\/\">Caregivers in St. Pete Beach, FL<\/a>, Please Contact The Caring Staff At Assisting Hands Home Care Today! 727-748-4211.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caregivers in St. Pete Beach FL: For many people, summer is their favorite season. 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