Loved Ones Home Care – Marietta, OH & Parkersburg, WV

As temperatures drop across the Mid-Ohio Valley, winter becomes one of the most challenging seasons for older adults living at home. Cold weather, icy walkways, and early sunsets can increase the risk of falls, illness, and isolation. At Loved Ones Home Care, we help seniors stay safe, warm, and supported—no matter the weather.

Here are five essential winter safety tips for seniors and family caregivers:

1. Prevent Falls With a Safe Home Environment

Slippery floors and icy porches are two of the biggest winter hazards.
Simple ways to reduce risk:

• Use salt or ice melt on driveways and steps

• Keep walkways clear of snow

• Add night-lights in hallways and bathrooms

• Rearrange furniture so walking paths are wide and free of clutter

Our caregivers can assist with mobility, walking support, and keeping the home safe during winter months.

2. Eat Warm, Nutritious Meals Daily

Seniors may eat less in winter, especially if it’s cold, dark, or they don’t have a caregiver checking in.
Helpful ideas:

• Warm soups

• High-protein meals

• Healthy snacks

• Hot tea or cocoa for hydration

Loved Ones Home Care offers meal prep and daily check-ins to ensure seniors stay nourished.

3. Dress in Layers & Keep the Home Heated

Hypothermia can happen quickly in older adults—even indoors.
Encourage seniors to:

• Wear warm socks, sweaters, and layers

• Use blankets when relaxing

• Keep the home at a safe temperature

• Avoid going outside during extreme cold

4. Stay on Top of Medications

Winter can disrupt routines. Loved Ones Home Care provides medication reminders, helps with organizing pill boxes, and ensures seniors don’t miss important doses.

5. Avoid Isolation With Daily Social Interaction

Cold, snowy weather can keep seniors indoors, leading to loneliness or depression.
Our caregivers provide:

• Companionship

• Conversation

• Transportation to appointments

• Daily wellness checks

Just having someone to talk to can make a big difference during winter.

Need Extra Support This Winter?

Loved Ones Home Care is here 7 days a week to help seniors stay safe at home with:

• Personal care

• Meal prep

• Mobility support

• Dementia care

• RN assessments & care plans

• Companionship

• Transportation

• Holiday + winter safety check-ins

Serving Marietta, Belpre, Parkersburg, Vienna, Beverly, Athens, and surrounding areas.

Call or text: (740)-629-999