July is UV Safety Month. Here’s how Visiting Angels can help your loved one stay safe while having fun this summer!
During the summer, everyone wants to get outside and enjoy the warm weather and sunshine – including seniors! Sunlight is actually a good source of vitamin D, which promotes good bone health.
However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sunlight also contains ultraviolet (UV) rays that can damage the skin in as little as 15 minutes and cause long-term health issues, such as cataracts, immune system suppression, skin aging, and even skin cancer.
At Visiting Angels Denver, we can help your loved one have some summertime fun while also staying safe. Whether your loved one wants to go out for a walk, go swimming at the beach, or simply spend some time in their own backyard, our caregivers can help your loved one put on sunscreen, put on protective clothing like a wide-brimmed hat or sunglasses, and help them find a shady spot that reduces their sun exposure.
With personalized in-home care from Visiting Angels Denver, seniors in Wheat Ridge, Denver, Golden, and surrounding areas in Colorado can stay safe this summer while enjoying the warm, sunny weather.
Learn how we can help your loved one stay safe this summer today!
