simple medication chart<\/a> that reminds them what to take, and when. If it looks like a storm is on the horizon, it\u2019s a good idea to remind them to make sure they have ample stock of prescription refills as well as their favored over-the-counter medications.<\/p>\nStock up on Pantry Essentials<\/h2>\n
Help mom or dad stock up on the most important things to have on hand in case a winter storm knocks the power out: nonperishable food and a few gallons of drinking water. Essentials like canned soups and dried rice and beans are smart, but make sure you also include food that doesn\u2019t rely on refrigeration or cooking to make a meal (like nut butters, jelly, tinned fish, and crackers). Don\u2019t forget a manual can opener.<\/p>\n
Gather an Emergency Kit<\/h2>\n
Besides food and water, help them create a go-to power outage kit that includes first aid supplies, candles, matches, flashlights, a battery-operated phone charger and radio, extra batteries, and a stash of extra blankets.<\/p>\n
Install Storm Windows<\/h2>\n
Storm windows can be installed either inside or outside existing windows. They\u2019re an energy efficient and cost effective way to improve insulation, and therefore keep mom or dad\u2019s house warmer during winter.<\/p>\n
Clean the Gutters<\/h2>\n
It may not be anyone\u2019s favorite chore, but making sure gutters are clean and free of leaves or other debris that could create clogs should be a top priority as you help your aging parents prep for winter. Whether you hop up on the roof yourself or hire someone to clean them, cleaning out the gutters is wise to do before winter arrives, especially in colder climates where snow and ice can make clogs even more dangerous.<\/p>\n
Next Steps\u00a0<\/h1>\n
Helping your aging parents prep their home for winter may seem daunting. but hopefully this short list of simple ways to support them gave you a few ideas to get started.<\/p>\n
Have questions? We\u2019re always here to talk through how we can best support you and your family.<\/p>\n
If you could use any more specific guidance on helping them plan for winter, we\u2019d love to help. Feel free to call us at 855-461-2552, or send us a message<\/a>, anytime.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Help Your Aging Parent Prepare Their Home for Winter Fall seems to always fly by faster than any of us are prepared for. Before we know it, winter arrives. And with it, the potential for winter storms. If you help take care of your aging parents, fall is a good time of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":6287,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[17,16,45,57],"class_list":["post-6286","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-caregivers","tag-caregiving","tag-elderly","tag-home-safety","tag-storm-safety"],"yoast_head":"\n
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