This past week, a large portion of Americans have been under a Winter Weather Advisory, as heavy snowfall and dangerously low temperatures have forced many to stay inside.
We wanted to offer some resources and helpful tips to utilize yourself and also pass along to your senior clients. This is a great time to check in on your elderly clients, to be sure they are safe and well-taken care of.
Seniors are often working with fixed-income, check to see if your low-income clients qualify for Federal assistance with their energy costs. Opting to turn the thermostat down is not a safe alternative in such cold temperatures.