You may not think its all that common, but one in 8 households will have a cooking fire each year according to the Mayo Clinic. Furthermore, the leading cause of home fires is cooking. Therefore, even for an elderly who are experienced in cooking, the possibility is still be considered.
So what are some things you can do to make sure you prevent a kitchen fire? For example, turn off the stove whenever you leave the kitchen. If you are using the oven for something, set timers as reminders to check up on it. Also, don't leave the house while leaving the oven on! Finally, clear the area. Things such as towels, food packaging, and even your loose clothing can be considered a hazard, thus should be kept away from the heat.
At A-1 Home Care in Arcadia, our caregivers are compassionate, dedicated, and detailed in the care they provide to seniors and elders. They will exercise all precautions when preparing a meal for seniors, making sure there is proper nutrition that fit the diet, and will ensure safety in the kitchen at all times. In addition, our caregivers are able to assist in light housecleaning, provide transportation to appointments and social events, medication reminders, range of motion and exercise. Our service is flexible to any schedule, and have experts in Alzheimer Care, Diabetic Care, Cancer Care, Heart Attack Care, Brain Injury Care, After Surgery Care, and other home care scenarios. We cover all San Gabriel Valley, including Arcadia, Temple City, Pasadena, San Marino, and other cities around Los Angeles.
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