Plan Ahead for Snow and Ice Removal
Winter is here, along with the snow and ice that can trap seniors in their homes. It’s important to make a plan for snow removal so you are prepared to respond when weather dictates. Developing a snow removal plan can help ease your worries and offer some peace of mind during the winter months. Now is the time to make a plan, before the first big snowfall.
If you are unable to remove snow yourself, and you haven’t found someone who can do it for you, the Office for Aging offers some ideas on where to get help. In many cases, there will be a fee for this service, but it may be quite affordable.
Here are some places to contact:
· The GROW Program: 778-6105, 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon weekdays. Administered by the Office for Aging, GROW keeps a list of older workers who may be available to do snow removal for a fee.
· Binghamton Boys and Girls Club: Call Rob Sostre at 723-7404 after 1 p.m. on school days or after 11 a.m. on Saturday and snow days. Teens are available to do snow removal for a fee.
· Broome County Office for Aging Senior Resource Line: 778-2411 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. The Senior Resource Line will work with seniors to help them to develop a plan for snow removal, including looking at who may be available in their community to assist them.
· In addition to asking your relatives, neighbors and friends, try contacting your religious congregation. They may have a listing of people available to help.
Can you help others? If you are able to do your own snow removal, remember to check on older neighbors who may need your help. Encourage them to develop a plan for snow removal before a snowfall occurs.
Remember – PLAN AHEAD for snow and ice removal.
Posted: 11/19/2009 7:00 am
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