The life cycle often dictates that one day we can take care of an older loved one. Being a caregiver is hard work for everyone and can lead to a lot of stress and anxiety over your loved one. Two of the biggest problems that I often hear about caring for loved ones are the opportunity to ask for help and take care of starting a fire.
Today's older people grew up in an era of smoking, and many still smoke. I hear stories about cigarette burns in sheets or bedding that leave care on the edge. A simple purchase can prevent fires from accidentally dropping a cigarette, but should not be considered complete fire protection. Replacing your favorite blanket with a blanket of fire is inexpensive and can provide you with a mind that your loved one will get extra protection.
Fire blankets are made of wool and are machine washed. These fire blankets are typically 62 inches by 80 inches long. Fire blankets were once available only in gray, but now they are available in a variety of colors, including green forest, khaki, burgundy and fleet. Wool fabric is treated with Dupont X-12. This flame retardant treatment complies with the Federal Flammable Substance Act, CS 191-53.
Additional measures may be taken to protect your loved one from fire related injuries. The caregivers of older people who maintain a certain independence can be sure that their loved ones are safe and secure with the addition of a home security system that controls fire and smoke. If a fire is detected, contact the security monitoring center immediately, providing quick means for sending emergency response units to the fire. These security systems are more than just detecting intruders, and can control carbon monoxide leaks, flooding at home and freezing pipes.
To give caretakers the confidence that their loved one can seek help if necessary, it is important to look into medical monitoring devices. Some security companies provide consumers with medical alerts, video surveillance and other useful systems.
A medical alert system is a great way to give our loved ones the independence they desire. The button system is used to contact the customer monitoring center when assistance is required. The personal help button can be a bracelet button, a pendant or a fixed button. These alert systems have two-way voice communication with the intercom base unit. If your loved one falls, the monitoring specialist can in many cases speak to them directly. The pendant and bracelet usually have a range of 300 feet, allowing your loved one to go out to the mailbox or to the garden with full protection.
These simple changes can give caregivers the peace of mind they need in order to focus on their closest family, caring for their elder loved ones.
