The recent weather emergency highlights the need to keep in touch with our aging relatives, indeed all those who live alone. It may take only a phone call or it may require a bit more effort but it is important that we make certain that folks are safe in their own homes.
Power will sometimes go off leaving our relative without light, heat or a means to safely prepare food. Checking by phone will give us the information we need. Planning to have your relative with you before the storm will limit the likelihood that they will be in danger.
If there is a great deal of snow we need to be sure that someone clears the sidewalks and driveway. It is very challenging for us to recognize our limitations regarding shoveling.
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