ALONE, the charity that supports older people, is urging the public to check in with older neighbours during the current cold spell.
With a nationwide snow-ice warning in place until Saturday, the charity is reminding the public that older people can be more vulnerable to the freezing conditions. Those most at risk include those living alone, those with health issues, and those with limited mobility.
ALONE is advising older people who are concerned about their own wellbeing during the cold weather to call for assistance and help if needed. ALONE is also calling on members of the public to check on their older neighbours and assist them if they need to travel to the local shop or post office during the bad weather.
Seán Moynihan, CEO of ALONE commented, “We must all be conscious of the advice from Met Éireann, especially as the update this morning pointed to an increased concern of snowfall. We are asking members of the public to remember their older neighbours living alone and to consider their needs, such as food, essentials or possibly medication pick up. We’re advising older people to stay indoors where possible once the cold weather takes hold, and to take care in order to avoid falls on ice or sleet.”
Further information, including advice and tips for older people in extreme weather conditions, can be found on www.alone.ie.
Those who have concerns for an older person, or older people in need of assistance can contact ALONE on (01) 679 1032.
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