Why is Wearing Sunscreen So Important as You Age?

You should be worrying about sunscreen protection all year long – not just during the summer months. While it’s important for everyone to wear sunscreen, it’s especially important for older adults. Aging skin is more fragile, and sensitivity to sunlight can be a side effect of some medications prescribed to seniors.

Learn more about why wearing sunscreen is so important as you age here.

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When your aging parents move into an assisted living community, you won’t have to worry if someone is there to help get them back on their feet. If you’re interested in learning more about assisted living in Ann Arbor at Hillside Terrace or scheduling a tour, contact us today! 734-761-4451

Sunscreen is Not Just for Summer

According to the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), “Less than half of older adults protect their skin from the sun when outside for an hour or more on a warm, sunny day.”

Protect your skin from sunlight with these tips:

 

1.     Use SPF 30 or higher every day 

2.     Reapply sunscreen frequently 

3.     Layer sunscreen generously all over your exposed skin 

4.     Protect against UVA & UVB rays 

5.     Try a different kind of sunscreen 

6.     Wear a wide-brimmed hat 

7.     Wear clothing to cover your ankles and long sleeves 

 

Learn more about why wearing sunscreen is so important as you age here.

 

Fulfill Their Needs with Assisted Living in Ann Arbor

Before deciding to move your elderly parent into your home, consider choosing assisted living in Ann Arbor. Hillside Terrace treats your elderly loved ones like family; they get the care and attention that they deserve, and you don’t have to drastically alter your life. Give us a call at (734) 761-4451 or submit a contact form and ask about our senior living accommodations.