Although winter in Ohio this year has been relatively mild in comparison to years past, cold temperatures, grey skies, wind chills mixed with snow and ice make for a long, dismal season. However, now that February is drawing to a close, it’s time to think spring and senior in home care services providers suggest now is the time to introduce the upcoming season to your mom and dad. Even though the snow may still be falling and the Groundhog has announced there are still six more weeks of winter, begin the countdown and prepare. Spring cleaning is often the first step in preparing for the brighter weather. Mom or dad does not have to tackle this alone. Senior in home care services providers suggest enlisting family and friends to assist your parent and turn a chore into an activity. Here are some spring cleaning tips for your loved one:
- Start with the medicine cabinet. Dispose properly of all medications that have expired or those your parent no longer takes or is being prescribed.
- Clean out the refrigerator and freezer and dispose of expired or moldy food and wipe out the interior with a safe product recommended for appliances.
- Check and replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (or purchase new ones.)
- Move furniture and vacuum and dust thoroughly. While moving furniture, consider decluttering. Keep the environment neat and simple while keeping your parent’s living space to their liking.
- Take a trip down memory lane and have your parent pass on items to family and friends so they may enjoy them too. Loved ones can inherit items while mom or dad is still alive and well.
Senior in home care services professionals recommend making your parent a part of this process to the best of their ability. They should enjoy seeing the transformation from the winter blues to the springtime bounty of color. In fact, add some color to their home to top off the transition.
