Staying Safe & Healthy During Rains For Seniors

Irrespective of age, everyone enjoys the rainy season. In fact, the elderly enjoy the season more than anyone else, as it is their time to let go of all responsibilities and sit back and enjoy the rain. As much as the rainy season is a relief from the scorching heat, it also brings along health concerns. With low immunity, seniors are at a higher risk of contracting monsoon-related diseases. 

Staying safe & healthy at senior apartment living during the rain is certainly something that requires active planning. 

Here are a few tips on how seniors can take care of themselves during the monsoon season.

Stock up on necessary medications: There will be days when you will be stranded at home because of the downpours. While it might sound great to be comfortable at home on a rainy day, you don’t want to be at home without any supplies, especially medication. To avoid getting yourself into such situations, always refill your prescription medication. It is also advisable to keep a first aid kit handy, just in case.

Be prepared for power cuts: Remember the times when the rain is accompanied by lightning and thundering? Yeah, as soon as it starts lightning and thundering, you will find yourself in darkness. 

Power cuts are common during the monsoon season, that’s why you need to take precautionary measures. Even though you might have a backup available at your senior apartment, it is a good idea to have essential items like candles and torches, just in case.

Beware of vector-borne diseases: As much as everyone loves the rainy season, it is a breeding ground for diseases and infections such as malaria, dengue and chikungunya. 

Aged care in India is in its nascent stage with not many senior apartments available today. If you are living in a senior living community ensure that safety measures are taken such as water stagnation and unnecessary openings. Keep mosquito repellent, creams and nets to protect yourself.

Maintain good hygiene: This is crucial in any season but should be taken more seriously in the rainy season. Wet or damp clothes and footwear can serve as a place for microorganisms. Dry your clothes and footwear properly before storing them away. You also might want to add a drop or two of antiseptic liquid to the water before taking a shower. Wash your hands and feet soon after getting back home. You can identify other areas of maintaining hygiene, and practice.

Boost your immunity: Home-cooked and nutritious food is a must for seniors in the monsoon season. Include foods such as soups, leafy vegetables, turmeric, garlic, ginger, seasonal fruits, dry fruits, jamun and citrus fruits. Also, replace your regular drinking water with alkaline water because of its antioxidant properties.

Aged care in India is a top priority.

Follow these tips and enjoy the monsoons while being safe and healthy. Primus Life offers well-designed senior apartment living that is spacious and senior-friendly. We have our properties in prime areas of Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai and Pune. Not just that, we also ensure our senior residents are making the most of their golden years. We plan activities, celebrate festivals and whatnot. Contact Primus Life to know more about our properties.