Be Prepared!
In January 2009, our community had something that none of us had ever experienced before—a devastating ice storm. I hope that each and everyone of us never have to go through that again!
Hence the reason for this article—winter is coming and we all need to be ready. That ice storm taught us some very important lessons—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.
If you or your family member purchase 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 are those 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 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 coughing 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,
Ruth
