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   Useful tips on staying safe and warm
The following advice has been issued for older people on how to stay and warm during the coldest spell for over 20 years Enure you have regular hot meals and hot drinks Take some physical activity: if you have difficulty walking, moving your arms and legs and wiggling toes can help Wear warm clothing, several layers of thinner clothes is best Make sure your living room is warm enough. The recommended temperature for older people is 21 c. If you're concerned about the cost of heating please ring the helpline 0800 00 99 66 for assistance. Neighbours! Check on older residents, ensuring that they are warm enough and have good supplies of food and hot drinks. Due to problems with spam only SalfordOnline members can now leave comments. Becoming a member of SalfordOnline only takes a minute, just hit the red Join Us button at the top right hand side of the page to create your Personal account. Got a news story? Need help with publicity for an event in Salford? Send it to newsdesk@salfordonline.com or call the SalfordOnline newsdesk on 0161 789 5377. |
