Winter can be a difficult time for some older adults, especially those facing long-term loneliness and social isolation issues. Long winters, cold temperatures and freeze-thaw cycles can create icy conditions that add to the challenges of long-term seasonal impacts for older adults.
Learning to approach winter by preparing for the cold and preventing falls can help during this time. Physical activity and social connection are also part of healthy aging throughout seasonal changes.
Learn more at https://www.calgary.ca/social-services/seniors/winter.html