How To Protect Senior Skin From Sun Damage

Uncategorized  |  May 10, 2018

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About Skin Protection from Sun Damage

Protect Senior Skin | Everyone is happy that summer is nearly here and everyone, including our older adults in long-term care, will be able to get outside again to take advantage of the warmer weather. Having ample time outdoors is a health benefit in so many ways, physically and emotionally. Nonetheless, the sun can be detrimental to skin and unfortunately, even more so to older skin.

Aging skin must be protected from the harsh UV rays of summer. Here are some skin-saving tips to consider:

Cleanse Older Skin Gently: Older people will sweat more in the warmer months, but adults in long-term care will need some assistance in keeping themselves fresh and clean. There are many gentle cleansers designed for sensitive skin. These are recommended because the skin becomes fragile as people age. The skin gets much thinner because it has less collagen and elastin than when younger. Because the skin becomes delicate, it’s important to never scrub and to gently pat dry with soft towels.

Moisturize All Year Round: We think about moisturizing in the winter months, but sometimes we forget about it in the summer. The air conditioning can dry skin out just as much as the furnace heat. Moisturize all year round.

Sunscreen Offers Protection: Adults in long-term care will need help applying sunscreen if outside for more than a few minutes. Help prevent burning, sun damage, skin cancer, and other age-related conditions. As people age, it’s challenging for the skin to recover from the sun.

Fresh Clean Water: Consuming plenty of clean water can help purify bodies and skin of naturally occurring toxins. People who drink ample amounts of water often have noticeable improvements in skin tone. Six to eight glasses per day is typically suggested for seniors in long-term care.

Stay Out of the Heat: Older adults in long-term care are better off remaining indoors during the heat of the midday. The hot afternoon sun causes significant harm to the skin and brings the danger of heat sickness, as well. Therefore, if an older adult must be outdoors in the summer heat, limit it to a minimum.

Following these recommendations for older adults will reduce dry skin, the risk of skin cancer, and other summer conditions that are easily prevented. Another benefit is more youthful-looking skin, which can help our older friends feel better about the way they look.

Comfort Keepers® in Edmonton Can Help with In-Home Elderly Care!

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help. Comfort Keepers®’ trained caregivers help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

Companionship and Interactive Caregiving™

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality in mind: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

Learn more about our unique service offering by contacting the Comfort Keepers Edmonton office. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is an Approved Service Provider for the Client Directed Homecare Invoicing Program Offered by Alberta Health Services. Is Invoicing the Right Option for You?  Read more about the program HERE.

Comfort Keepers Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada. Our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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