Perks of community living during winter

Wintertime can pose a threat to the health and safety of just about anyone, but it’s especially dangerous for seniors. From weather-related hazards to general loneliness, being at home during Lehigh Valley’s cold winter months isn’t ideal for older generations. If you and your loved ones have been considering Heather Glen Senior Living, winter is the perfect time to get serious about community living. While our residents love being here at any time of year, learn about the perks of living in a personal care home during winter. 

Prevent senior isolation 

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, loneliness and social isolation in older adults are considered serious public health risks. Isolation in seniors is associated with a 50% increased risk of dementia and other serious medical conditions like heart disease and strokes. In previous blogs, we’ve discussed how Heather Glen Senior Living helps residents avoid isolation with opportunities for socialization. Shared dining and common areas, robust activity programming and a friendly caregiving staff provides endless ways for residents to mingle with each other and their families. 

Avoid dangerous winter weather 

For people of all ages, getting around is difficult during the winter—especially when extreme weather causes hazardous road conditions. Whether you’re just heading to the grocery store, checking the mail or traveling to an important doctor’s appointment, snow and ice on the roads and sidewalks can make the trip a terrifying ordeal. Living in a community like Heather Glen means seniors won’t have to leave for necessities, because they’ll all be available in-house. With full service dining options, an always-stocked snack pantry and visiting medical professionals, residents never have to worry about traveling amid harsh weather. 

Another worry that seniors and their families have during wintertime is the scenario of a power outage. If your loved one is struggling to get around inside or outside their home, the last thing you want is for them to be alone in the dark, without heat and possibly without the ability to contact you. Knowing your senior relative is safe and sound in a comfortable environment during even the worst winter storms provides priceless peace of mind for everyone. 

Serenity for seniors and their families 

Community living is the perfect way to ensure your loved one is getting the care they deserve year round—but it’s especially important during the isolating (and sometimes dangerous) winter months. Ultimately, Heather Glen Senior Living provides a sense of serenity to both residents and their loved ones. Knowing that the senior in your life is safe, healthy and comfortable is a priceless feeling—and what better place for them to live than one of the highest-rated personal care communities in the country. 

For more information or to schedule a tour, contact us online or call us at (610) 841-4478.