How to prevent falls in your Florence home
Sliding on a loose rug or tripping on a power cord might seem minor to many, but they can be disastrous for seniors. In fact, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for people over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative caring for a parent or grandparent, learn how to prevent falls in your Florence home, and see how the latest smart homes can make a difference.
Explore simple tips for preventing falls
Straightforward precautions will go a long way to keeping you or a family member safe. Even so, you also need to take a big-picture approach and think about any health-related issues that may increase the risk of falls.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other assorted belongings off the floor. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety measures. Basic home improvements like grab bars in bathrooms and railings next to stairs can make a big difference. If you have steps, supplement your railings with slip-preventing treads.
- Opt for sensible footwear. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-down shoes with no tread left raise the chance of falls. Select options that fit well with good support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a medical professional
Aside from the basics like keeping objects off your floors, you need to think about your health and seek guidance from a doctor. Certain health conditions and medications can heighten your fall risk. Keep your regular appointments and vision tests, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of any new prescriptions.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Stick to a regular exercise routine approved by your doctor. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce unnecessary activity and make your life easier with a smart home.
Enhance convenience and safety with a smart home
Constantly getting up and down to adjust lights, secure your door, or change your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home is able to help! Here are some examples how:
- Mobile access: Top smart homes can be operated by mobile apps. You can turn lights off or on, reset your thermostat, secure your door, and even arm your security system from any location.
- Voice commands: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Connect your home’s security to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just say an instruction to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set custom automation actions and allow your components to operate independently. Set a comprehensive scene at the end of the day and have your doors lock, lights lower, security arm, and thermostat adjust simultaneously.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical device that connects to your smart home monitoring team can be invaluable. A simple touch of a button can summon help fast at times when each moment counts.
Stay safe in your Florence home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint security system in Florence. Smart home capabilities like voice commands and home automation are perfect for seniors and other residents with mobility restrictions. Add a medical device to your system and get quick access to monitoring professionals whenever you need it. Place a call to (843) 438-7320 to design your system today.