Alzheimer’s Society publish tips for energy use ahead of the winter
Alzheimer’s Society has published tips to help people with dementia and unpaid/family carers to manage their gas, heating and energy usage over the winter.
Included in the advice is the following:
“The confusion and forgetfulness that dementia typically brings means people with the condition can be more vulnerable to overconsumption and mismanagement of their energy. They might forget to turn lights off or accidentally set the heating too high or too low, and could face higher gas and electricity bills as a result.
It’s also important to prepare for winter months early, before cold weather hits and things become more urgent. Getting your boiler serviced or checked can help avoid breakdowns when you need heating most and ensure your home stays warm and safe.”
Read more here: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/blog/heating-tips-energy-bills-with-dementia