How to prevent falls in your Roanoke home
Tripping on an electrical cord or slipping on an unsecured rug might seem inconsequential to many, but these mishaps can be disastrous for seniors. In fact, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for adults over 65. If you’re a senior or a family member watching over an elderly parent, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Roanoke home, and see how innovative smart homes can make a difference.
Simple tips to prevent falls
Straightforward precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or your loved one safeguarded. With that being said, you also must broaden your scope and think about any health conditions that might raise the risk of falls.
- Check your home for hazards. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other random belongings off the floors. Tape down rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety measures. Basic home improvements like railings next to stairs and support bars in showers can make a noticeable difference. If you use steps, think about supplementing your railings with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Unsupportive slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with no tread left increase the risk of falls. Select options that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a medical professional
In addition to the basic precautions like keeping objects off your floors, you need to assess your health and consult with a healthcare professional. Certain health conditions and prescriptions can elevate your fall risk. Keep your normal healthcare checkups and vision tests, and make sure you know the possible side effects of any new medicines.
Keeping active is also important to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Keep to a daily exercise routine approved by your doctor. While exercise is a must, you can also reduce unnecessary movements and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Enhance convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to switch lights on or off, secure your door, or adjust your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home is able to help! Here are some examples how:
- Smartphone access: Leading smart homes can be controlled by mobile apps. You can adjust lighting and thermostat levels, secure your doors, and even arm your security system without leaving your chair.
- Voice commands: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Link your home to a voice assistant, then just use your voice to control tools like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can program custom automation actions and let your components run automatically. Set a comprehensive scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, system arm, thermostat update, and doors lock simultaneously.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical device that connects to your smart home monitoring agents can be invaluable. A quick press of a button can summon help fast at times when each moment counts.
Stay safe in your Roanoke home with Vivint
Reduce the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Roanoke. Smart home tools like home automation and voice activation are a great fit for seniors and other people with mobility limitations. Add a medical device to your system and get quick access to monitoring agents when you need it most. Dial (540) 340-9398 to create your system today.