Just how safe are your elderly relatives inside their own homes?

I'm your host, Jason Ratcliffe MSc, BA (Hons), AssocRICS, the home health expert.

It's my goal to ensure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your own home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from the property.

In this episode, titled "Are your elderly relatives safe in their homes?", we're examining the pressing issue of elderly and vulnerable relatives living safely in their homes.

With insights from industry expert Dr. Ronke Komolafe, we delve into the physical and mental impacts of living conditions, with a specific focus on ventilation, heating, and mitigating the risks of mould and other environmental hazards.

We'll also tackle practical tips to prevent common household dangers, such as tripping hazards and poor indoor air quality, that could significantly affect the well-being of your loved ones.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on keeping heating costs down in older properties and share a valuable tenant top tip on the importance of using extractor fans.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Ensuring safe living for elderly and vulnerable.

06:15 Proper ventilation crucial for health and wellbeing.

09:19 Regular property checks prevent costly maintenance issues.

13:06 Mould symptoms often dismissed as psychosomatic.

16:06 Physical and mental health affect each other.

19:19 Understanding property scope, insulation and potential issues.

20:31 Prioritise insulation and heating upgrades for efficiency.

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