2007-09-18 07:42:35 · 10 answers · asked by short stuff 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
bring a space heater in for her.
2007-09-18 07:47:25 · answer #1 · answered by emily b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some elderly can not maintain their body heat many stay "hot" or "cold" all the time. If the elderly lady is comfortable in the 62 degree temp then wear a sweater. Its not endangering her life. I keep my house at 68-70 in the winter we live in ND and our heating bill can be up to 300 dollars for a single month even when we winterize (plastic on windows and so forth). Maybe he cant afford to keep it higher maybe thats where they find their comfort level. I wouldnt bring a space heater unless you ask permission those things jack up the electric bills. Our electric fireplace if we run it while only awake costs us over 150 a month!
2007-09-18 08:25:27 · answer #2 · answered by texas_angel_wattitude 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not much since that is what the government pretty much says is ok ,give or take a few degrees. Tad chilly for me but not considered life threatning, unless you can get a Dr's statement stating it's too cold for a physical reason she has.
There are alot of elderly people living in conditions that are too hot or too cold because they can't afford the bills. People make choices and unfortunatly it's getting to basic necessities.
I would suggest talking to the Dr. and just asking. Otherwise....there's more sweaters, some additional blankets....maybe temp. extra heat for when she's bathing etc. like in the bathroom so she doesn't get a chill. Electric blanket for when she sleeps.
2007-09-18 07:57:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you talked to the son? Is this something that he is just oblivious to or is he just spiteful? IF it is out of spite you can turn him in to social services and he will be dealt with...although they may also try to take his mom out of the home. So you may try other options if he doesn't listen to reason from you. Bring her a personal heater, or better yet buy her an electric blanket that you can plug in for her and will help her keep warm.
2007-09-18 08:03:16 · answer #4 · answered by jhg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why does he keep the house so cold? does she have breathing problems? is it for his comfort? that is cold for a little old lady. does the temperature bother her? does the son live there. does he pay her bills and is trying to cut heating costs? you dont elaborate very much on this. do you live there and care for the lady? you can tell the guy that you are freezing and cannot bathe her in that coldness and that she will get ill. ask him why he keeps the house so cold. we have no idea why.so, its hard to say what you should do. if he is trying to cut costs for his own benefit and she is suffering, report him to the elder abuse people.
2007-09-18 07:51:21 · answer #5 · answered by tigercub1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does he live there? Is it only 62 while he is gone? These are questions you need the answer to. Seems a bit crisp for someone who requires care.
2007-09-18 07:48:56 · answer #6 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the first person. A space heater would be great. And depending how old the person is a heating blanket would help to, plus LOTS of blankets and sweaters. Good luck.
2007-09-18 07:48:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-09 10:08:33 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wear a sweater.
2007-09-18 07:47:40 · answer #9 · answered by msmaryanne1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, is it a problem for her? Does she even notice? Can you change the thermostat? Start there, then if you can't, talk to him about it.
2007-09-18 10:12:35 · answer #10 · answered by Hillary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋