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HOW TO CARE FOR THE SENIORS 
AT HOME DURING SUMMER
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HOW TO CARE FOR THE SENIORS 
AT HOME DURING SUMMER
• WHEN WE THINK OF SUMMER, IT FILLS US WITH ENERGY AND AN 
ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT. HOWEVER, THAT CAN BE A SOURCE OF STRESS FOR 
THE ELDERLY. WHILE THEY MISS THEIR GOOD OLD TIMES AND FEEL THE 
LOSS THEY ARE GOING THROUGH, THEY ALSO GO THROUGH 
PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES THAT MAKE THEM MORE SENSITIVE TO HIGH 
TEMPERATURES.
• IN THE UNITED STATES, THE SUMMER SEASON IS IN FULL SWING THESE 
DAYS. SO, IT IS TIME THAT YOU STEP UP FOR PAYING MORE ATTENTION TO 
YOUR AGING PARENTS AND MAKE SURE THAT THEY ARE FARING WELL IN 
TERMS OF PHYSICAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING.
• IF YOU CANNOT BE AVAILABLE FOR THEM WHEN THEY NEED YOU FOR ANY 
REASON OR NEED ASSISTANCE IN PROVIDING CARE TO YOUR AGING 
PARENTS, DO NOT HESITATE TO SEEK SENIOR HOME CARE SERVICES.
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SENIOR HOME CARE DURING SUMMER 
GUIDE FOR FAMILIES
• 1.    KEEP THEM HYDRATED
• WHILE THIS TIP MAY SEEM OBVIOUS, YOU NEED TO KEEP IT IN MIND BECAUSE SENIORS 
CAN DEHYDRATE FASTER THAN YOUNG PEOPLE.
BUT, WHY DO SENIORS NEED MORE HYDRATION THAN YOUNGER ADULTS?
• AS PEOPLE AGE, THEY FIND IT DIFFICULT TO RECOGNIZE THEIR THIRST COMPARED TO 
THEIR YOUNG-OLD SELVES.
• THE WAY THEIR BODY SWEATS IS CHANGED WITH AGE.
• MANY SENIORS ALSO TAKE DIURETICS (OR WATER PILLS) TO TREAT HIGH BLOOD 
PRESSURE, KIDNEY DISEASES, AND OTHER CONDITIONS THAT LEAD TO EXCESSIVE 
LOSS OF FLUIDS.
THUS, MAKE SURE THAT THE OLDER ADULTS IN YOUR FAMILY DRINK PLENTY OF WATER 
THROUGHOUT THE DAY AND STAY HYDRATED, ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OUT ON HOT 
DAYS.
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2.    Make sure they follow the skincare routine
With age, the volume of flesh under the skin keeps lessening. Therefore, seniors need enhanced 
skincare to prevent damages caused by sun exposure.
How to keep your aging parents safe from sun damage?
• Get them sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 and that offers broad-spectrum 
protection from both UVA and UVB rays.
• Purchasing sunscreen is not enough. You need to remind your aging parents gently to cover 
exposed areas, including ears, the top of feet, back of hands, and even upper lips using 
sunscreen before they head out.
• Ensure that they wear light-colored clothes with loose-fitting. It will help them feel 
comfortable, cool, and calm during hot weather.
• Encourage them to wear hats and sunglasses to protect their eyes and head from the 
scorching sun.
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3.    Encourage Them to Stay Inside When It is Too Hot Outside
Going outdoors and exercising in open areas are great for seniors, especially when they have 
suffered from isolation and loneliness. It helps them get fresh air, boost their mood, and stay 
active and healthy. However, it can be dangerous for them to stay outside when temperatures 
are high during the day.
What is the best time to go outdoors for seniors during summer?
During summer, seniors should stay outdoor only early in the morning or later in the evening 
and avoid the midday sun. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the suns 
rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
So, the elderly should avoid getting out during these hours in both the summer and winter 
seasons, and especially at higher altitudes. If possible, turn on the air conditioner for seniors 
when they are inside during the hottest part of the day.
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WE UNDERSTAND THAT SENIOR CARE AT HOME CAN BE COMPLEX, TIRING, AND 
OVERWHELMING. IF YOU NEED ANY HELP, CONSIDER HIRING 
SENIOR HOME CARE SERVICES. IT IS THE BEST DECISION YOU CAN MAKE 
FOR YOUR AGING PARENTS, AS WELL AS YOURSELF. TO READ MORE PLEASE 
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