St. Patrick’s Day has grown to become a national celebration enjoyed by people of all ethnic backgrounds across the country. In addition to the parades and neighborhood barbecues, this unofficial holiday also brings an annual spike in alcohol-related automotive injuries and deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk drivers were involved in more than 40% of accident fatalities on St. Patrick’s Day weekend last year, with an even higher rate occurring after midnight. This holiday, Visiting Angels in Toms River, NJ, the area's top provider of home care services, implores you to drive carefully.

Keep your St. Patrick’s celebrations from ending in tragedy for you or a loved one by making a transportation plan before you go out, and sticking with it. If you’re the designated driver for the night, remember your commitment and avoid drinking. Even better, arrange transportation for the night beforehand so that everyone can enjoy themselves safely, without endangering anyone else. The cost of a taxi or even a limousine doesn’t compare to the expenses involved in a DUI arrest.

The experienced and compassionate caregivers at Visiting Angels in Toms River are part of a national network of senior care experts dedicated to helping the elderly age gracefully. Their highly experienced staff provides personalized treatment plans to meet the needs of each individual, so you can be sure your loved ones are well cared for. Visit Visiting Angels online to learn more about their wide range of services, including dementia and Alzheimer’s care, or call (732) 240-1050 now to speak with a home care professional today.