Winter is here and with the weather set to get colder, older people in Lichfield are encouraged to keep their homes warm following alarming statistics that 70 elderly people in the City died in one year from being too cold (Office for National Statistics).
No matter what your age or circumstances, there are many things you can do to protect yourself and keep warm during winter months:
Check equipment and appliances – make sure boilers, electric blankets and smoke alarms are working well. MCET Service in Lichfield are reputable electricians who undertake a wide range of electrical services to a very high standard. Avalon Plumbing and Heating, and ECA Plumbing and Heating offer boiler servicing and repairs.
Benefits – ensure you are getting the benefits you are entitled to. Talk to your energy supplier about being on the right tariff.
Dress in Layers – to ensure you are warm.
Close your curtains at night - to keep the heat in. Thermal lined curtains are excellent way to prevent heat loss through windows. Make sure you open the curtains during the day to allow FREE heat from sunlight in. Check out Curtain and Home in Lichfield – they make and supply curtains and offer a friendly, high quality service.
Cover your Front Door – doors let draughts in. A thick lined curtain can prevent heat loss.
Close doors on unused rooms – this prevents cold air from moving around the house. Keep the room you spend the most time in the warmest.
Set timers – on your heating and electric heaters.
Have regular warm drinks – as well as a hot meal, and keep as active as you can.
Living in a cold house can lead to serious long term health problems and results in needless deaths across Staffordshire each year. Keep warm and keep your eye on elderly neighbours and relatives.
