How Can Social Services Help With Bed Bugs?
WouterIf you are experiencing a bed bug infestation and cannot afford professional treatment, you can try some simple methods to get rid of bed bugs. The first step is to avoid all upholstered furniture and bedding. You should also pay special attention to cracks and crevices on chairs. It can be difficult to spot bedbugs if you don’t know where to look. Bring a folding chair or stool with you when inspecting the home. If you do find bugs, remain calm and take notes.
For Margie, the situation is especially complicated by the fact that she lives in an “apartment building” that is primarily for the elderly. This means that she is more vulnerable to infestations. She has no family or friends to help her, and relies on scheduled public transportation to get around. In addition to being alone and unable to work, she relies on a CPAP machine to sleep. The fact that Margie’s apartment is infested with bed bugs puts her in an even more vulnerable position than she already has.
Despite these dangers, a bedbug infestation can be handled in a number of ways. While social services are not directly responsible for eradicating the bugs, it is important to make the school aware of your infestation so that they can take steps to protect their students. The school may even be able to limit the child’s attendance if he or she has been infected.
