4 Ways Seniors Can Get Relief From Sunburn
Seniors should always be wearing sunscreen to protect them from the harsh UV rays of the sun. However, even if seniors take steps to protect themselves from the sun they sometimes will end up with a sunburn. Senior skin can be very delicate and burn easily. Having a caregiver on hand to help keep an eye on this is a great idea.
Caregiver in Media PA: Sunburn
As seniors get older the fat pad under the skin begins to thin and that leaves seniors with skin that is prone to damage. If you have noticed that your senior parent tends to bruise easily and their bruises look very dark even if they only slightly bump themselves that happens because of how their skin is aging. Sun sunburn is something that seniors often have to deal with during the summer. Fortunately, there are some things seniors can do to get relief from sunburn and other summer skin problems like:
Personal Care At Home
Having personal care at home can help seniors who are struggling to take care of a serious sunburn. With personal care at home, seniors will have the help they need to apply any medications that their doctor prescribes and monitor the burn. Seniors should have personal care at home in the summer to help protect their skin.
Soothing And Cooling Gels
Aloe lotion and cooling gels are popular over-the-counter remedies for sunburns. Some of them can be very effective at relieving the warmth and pain of a sunburn while speeding up the healing process. For additional cooling benefits keep the gel in the refrigerator so that it’s cold when it’s applied. Sunburn lotions and gels should be standard equipment in every senior’s home during the summer when seniors can get a sunburn just going out to get the mail.
A Cool Bath
Cool baths and showers can be a fantastic way to get relief from a sunburn. If your senior loved one needs help with personal care at home like taking baths and showers having a care provider there will help keep them safe. Your senior loved one won’t have to worry about slipping and falling in the bathroom if there is a caregiver to help. And a care provider will also make sure that the water is just the right temperature to provide relief without being too cold.
Sun Protection
The best way to deal with a sunburn is not to get one in the first place. Seniors should take sun protection seriously. When seniors go outside in the summer they should be wearing light layers of clothing or at least shirts with long sleeves and long pants or skirts to protect as much of their skin as possible. Seniors should always wear sunscreen because even in the winter the UV rays of the sun can cause skin damage and burns. And a sun hat and sunglasses should be worn by seniors when they’re out in the sun as well. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, especially when it comes to seniors and the sun.
If you or an aging loved-one are considering hiring a Caregiver in Media, PA, and the surrounding area please contact the friendly staff at Suma Home Care. (484) 206-4544
Ibrahim recently completed a Professional Certificate in Management; He is currently pursuing a Masters in Business Administrations (MBA) at a prestigious university in the UK.
With their passion for helping others and a strong background in customer services and clinical care, Ibrahim and his wife started assisting individuals in their homes.
Since started and operating Suma Home Care in 2010 in the basement of their home, Suma Home Care has provided professionals who work endlessly in providing clients with the highest quality of care, while enabling clients to maintain dignity, comfort and safety in their homes.
Suma Home Care, serves four counties in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia. Ibrahim is firmly connected to his local community and is always looking for ways to give back whenever the opportunity presents itself.
Ibrahim enjoys spending time with his wife and children, travelling and enjoys sports.
Mariama Suma-Keita BSN RN
Born in Sierra Leone west Africa, relocated to America in 1999 from a civil war and settled since in the U.S.A as a Naturalized citizen Graduated from National school of nursing with an associate , and completed BSN in Nursing from Immaculata University graduated with Honor roll Alpha Lambda sigma, After escaping the war served as a refugee nurse in Gambia and Guinea to other displaced refugees before coming to America.
In the states started in Homecare then then transition into hospital, worked in Jefferson hospital as a Registered nurse on Tele and general medsurg floor, also worked in Einstein hospital as an oncology transplant nurse , I realized that I enjoy working with patients so much and believe in quality and compassionate care one at a time dealing with an holistic approach in caring for patients and family in a familiar environment called home , I see the impact and progress when they’re home , it makes them feel relax and progress fast with recovering at home. As a nurse and entrepreneur I understand that dedication to meeting people and families needs is a priority, and able to foster relationships with family and patients that is professional and friendly to help them stay and settled home as a desire.
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