Preparing for cold weather
Tips and information on how to stay well during the winter
As the weather gets colder it is important to do things that can help you keep warm and well.
- Reduce hazards at home by removing or taping down any loose carpets and rugs, keeping leads out of the way and replacing worn-out slippers
- Add handgrips, grab rails and non-slip mats and replace the rubber bit at the end of your walking aid if it is worn down.
- Keep hydrated with 6-8 cups of water a day and eat nutritious foods
- Keep your pendant alarm or mobile phone near you
- Use good lighting in your home and go outside for vitamin D on sunny days
- Get regular check-ups and medication reviews
It is good to practice strength and mobility exercises and try walking for 20 minutes daily, if possible. For simple exercises you can do at home to improve your strength and mobility, find an informative guide below.
Help with keeping your home warm.
West Sussex Affordable Energy
The West Sussex Affordable Energy website has details of home energy advisors, heating and insulation grants and other support available in your local area.
Warmer Homes programme
Funding is available to help residents in West Sussex make their homes more energy efficient and to reduce their bills. Subject to eligibility, the Government funded Warmer Homes programme could pay for energy efficiency measures such as insulation, solar panels and air source heat pumps.
Being more energy efficient
You can help reduce your energy bills by following our top tips for being more energy efficient.
More resources on keeping warm.
Guidance for staying safe in the cold weather (Gov.uk) - www.gov.uk
How to keep warm and well (WSW) - www.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk
Get help with energy bills (WSCC) - www.westsussex.gov.uk
Supporting vulnerable people (Gov.uk) - www.gov.uk
Keep well this winter (Age UK) - www.ageuk.org.uk
