BE PRERPARED
Last winter we had something that none of us had ever experienced before—a devastating ice storm. I hope that each and everyone of us never has to go through that again!
Hence the reason for this article—winter is coming and we all need to be ready. Last winter taught us some very important lessons—it really caught us unprepared.
We were so lucky to be at The Paragon where we never missed a beat! We had 3 meals a day, warm common rooms and a 121 gallon diesel fueled generator that kept us warm, kept every thing going and a dedicated staff and owners to see that each resident was taken care of.
Just like Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts we need to be prepared!
Please ask your family members to supply you with the following items:
· Warm Socks
· Extra Blankets
· Pillows
· Sweaters
· Warm clothes
Every resident should have a battery operated lantern in their suite. In order to make this easier for your family members—The Paragon will purchase rechargeable battery packed lanterns—if you or your family members are interested in ordering one or more, please let us know—we can put the item on your bill. We purchased one as an example that will be displayed in The Paragon’s salon area. We will be happy to take orders– they should be less than $30 each. Just let Nancy, Janet, Sherry or me know and we will take care of it.
If you or your family member has purchased a space heater for your suite, please let us know. We have to be very careful about space heaters—the only ones that can be used in the building is one that if it’s knocked over, it will automatically shut off. The others could very easily put everyone in harms way.
Also remember—
NO CANDLES!
With all the reports that we hear about the Flu, H1N1, etc. we want to take this time to reiterate how important it is to take every
precaution necessary. All flu viruses spread from person to person thru personal contact. People catch the flu by touching someone else or an object that is infected and then touching their mouths or noses before washing their hands, flu viruses can also spread by couching and sneezing. Practice good hygiene etiquette. Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands frequently—or use an alcohol based hand sanitize, like the one that we provide on the salon’s round table. We can never be too cautious!
I know that I have written on this subject many times—but we need to be reminded daily to take these important precautions.
Until next month, here’s
wishing you a Happy & Healthy
Thanksgiving,
Ruth
