How to prevent falls in your Salinas home
Tripping on an electrical cord or losing your balance on a loose rug may seem inconsequential to many, but they can be disastrous for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the top cause of injury for residents over 65. If you are a senior or a family member watching over an elderly parent, learn how to prevent falls in your Salinas home, and see how modern smart home features can boost safety.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will go a long way to keeping you or your loved one safe. With that being said, you also must take a big-picture approach and consider any medical-related issues that may make falls more likely.
- Look for hazards throughout your home. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other assorted objects off the floor. Anchor rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety equipment. Standard home improvements like safety bars in bathrooms and railings beside stairs can greatly improve safety. If you have steps, consider supplementing your railings with non-slip treads.
- Opt for sensible shoes. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with no tread left elevate the risk of falling. Find options that fit with solid support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Aside from the basics like keeping items off your floors, you need to think about your health and consult with a doctor. Some health complications and medicines can elevate your fall risk. Keep your routine appointments and vision exams, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of new medicines.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stick to a regular exercise plan approved by your doctor. While exercise is crucial, you can also cut out unnecessary activity and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Boost safety and convenience with a smart home
Constantly getting up and down to adjust lights, lock your door, or adjust your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home will help! Here’s what you can do:
- Remote access: Leading smart homes are controlled by cell phone apps. You can turn lights off or on, reset your thermostat, lock your door, and even arm your security system without leaving your chair.
- Voice commands: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Connect your home’s security to a voice assistant, then just speak an instruction to control tools like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set smart automation actions and let your devices activate on their own. Set a scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, security arm, thermostat update, and doors secure on their own.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical pendant that connects to your smart home monitoring specialists can be a lifesaver. A quick touch of a button can request support immediately at times when every moment counts.
Live smarter and safer in your Salinas home with Vivint
Decrease the risk of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint alarm system in Salinas. Smart home tools like custom automation and voice commands are a great fit for seniors and other residents with mobility restrictions. Add a medical alert to your system and get instant access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Call (831) 400-5196 to design your system today.