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EPAP Animal Rescue Group meets at 10 am in the Multipurpose Room on the third Monday of the following five months each year: September, November, January, March, and May. We strive to bring interesting and informative guest speakers to our meetings to help you keep your animals safe and healthy. Our next meeting will be Mon., March 18, at 10 am in the Multipurpose Room. Our guest speaker will be from Living Free Animal Sanctuary. I believe the topic will be on making arrangements for your pets when you are no longer able to care for them. Hope to see everyone at the March meeting! Tip of the month: Please be careful with your pets — it's still coyote mating season. Pups will be born in April or early May. Coyotes will be out in packs and are very aggressive. Don't leave pets unattended! For more information, contact Sandy Burgon at (909) 855-0226. | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | MARCH 2024 | 13 By Michele Walter, crystalwater@dc.rr.com If you missed our presentation for Preparedness Awareness, you can watch it on Channel 97. is was extremely beneficial for our community. Just a cautionary reminder, please keep your pets on a leash. We are still having issues with dogs running loose. Remember, this is for your safety and that of your pets'. HOME SAFETY TIPS FOR SENIORS Focus on balance. Exercise regularly to maintain strength. Rise slowly aer eating, sitting, or lying down to help avoid dizziness and loss of balance. Medicate safely. Improper use and handling of medication can create serious safety concerns. Check medication expiration dates on all prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, and follow all directions. Store medications safely. Medicine is best kept in its original container, but if you must transfer medications to a new container, clearly label it with the medication name, dose, and expiration date. Have easy access to emergency numbers. Post National Poison Control Hotline and other emergency numbers next to all phones. Be sure to add emergency numbers as contacts on your mobile phone as well. Wear an alarm device. Consider wearing an alarm device in case you fall and cannot get up on your own. Get annual eye exams. Ensure your glasses or contacts prescription is up to date and that you do not have any conditions that limit your vision. Handle driving with respect and honesty. If you or your loved one has declining driving abilities, consider alternate forms of transportation. e decision, while difficult, can save lives. FALL PREVENTION SAFETY FOR SENIORS Install secure handrails and bright lights with switches at the top and bottom of stairways. Repair loose or uneven steps. Check stairs for worn or loose carpeting and install anti-slip treads. Always wear shoes with traction and make sure throw rugs have non-skid backing. Install grab bars for the toilet, bathtub, and/or shower, and use non-slip mats or decals on ceramic surfaces both inside and outside the tub. Install nightlights in areas you frequent at night. Also, consider keeping a flashlight near your bed. Store frequently-used items on lower shelves in the kitchen to limit the use of stools or step-ladders. If you must use a step stool, use one with a bar to hold on to. Our next program is April 2 on Nutrition from Loma Linda. If anyone is interested in participating in the Community Awareness Program please contact Michele Walter at (951) 202- 8009 or email crystalwater@dc.rr.com. We are looking for new members! Community Awareness Program PLEASE REPORT ANY SUSPICIOUS INDIVIDUALS, ACTIVITIES, AND THEFTS DIRECTLY TO BANNING POLICE DEPARTMENT BY CALLING 911.