Maine winters are beautiful — but they can be dangerous for older adults.
Each year, we see more falls and injuries from everyday winter tasks like shoveling, getting the mail, or walking on icy driveways. What once felt routine can quickly become a serious safety concern.
Common winter risks include:
Slips and falls on ice
Heart strain from shoveling
Trouble getting to appointments
Isolation during storms
Unsafe conditions during power outages
It’s often this time of year that families start wondering:
“Is home still the safest place right now?”
🏡 A Major Winter Benefit of Senior Living
One thing many people don’t realize is how much easier winter becomes in senior living communities.
In independent and assisted living, residents don’t have to worry about:
✔️ Shoveling snow
✔️ Icy walkways and driveways
✔️ Carrying groceries in bad weather
✔️ Being alone during storms
Instead, they have maintained grounds, indoor meals and activities, available support if needed, and peace of mind for families.
They keep their independence — without the winter dangers.
❤️ Planning Before There’s a Crisis
We often get calls after a fall or winter scare. But the smoothest transitions happen when families plan ahead.
At Coastal Transitions of Maine, we help you:
Explore independent living, assisted living, and memory care
Understand costs and options
Tour communities
Create a plan that isn’t rushed
If winter has you feeling concerned about a loved one, that’s a sign worth listening to.
You don’t have to wait for an emergency — and you don’t have to figure it out alone.