• Trails of Ice

It’s that time of year when the sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots make it really hard for seniors – and all the rest of us – to get around.  I really want to encourage all of you to help your neighbours, parents, and elderly friends out if at all possible. Having safe access outside can make the difference between someone getting out in the winter, or being entirely shut-in the house. Trails of ice need to be banished from everywhere that people want to walk and stay upright!

Last year I bought some of those slip on ice stabilizers / cleats so that I could stay upright while walking the dog. They worked pretty well, although they do feel weird underfoot when on clear pavement. The dog doesn’t seem to care what’s on my feet as long as he is outside, and I am pretty sure that he is going to help me find them soon so that I can stay upright, and he still gets his evening constitutional out of the deal!

Are your favourite seniors able to get out and about safely? A lot of seniors residences in our area do a terrific job of keeping their properties safe for residences, but places like bank, grocery, and doctor’s parking lots need plenty of work. Watch your step!