How to prevent falls in your Tallahassee home
Slipping on a loose rug or tripping on an electrical cord may seem inconsequential to many, but these mishaps can be catastrophic for seniors. In fact, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for adults over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative watching over a loved one, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Tallahassee home, and see how innovative smart homes can help.
Explore straightforward tips for preventing falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a family member protected. Even so, you also must take a big-picture approach and consider any health-related issues that might elevate the chance of falls.
- Inspect your home for hazards. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other random items off the floor. Secure rugs. Ensure walking areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety measures. Basic home improvements like grab bars in showers and handrails next to stairs can significantly improve safety. If you use steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-resistant treads.
- Opt for sensible footwear. Loose slippers, flip-flops, heels, and worn-down shoes with slippery soles raise the risk of falling. Select options that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Speak with your doctor
Aside from the basics like keeping your floors clear, you need to assess your health and get advice from a doctor. Some medical conditions and medicines can make you more prone to falls. Keep your routine appointments and vision checks, and make certain you know the potential side effects of any new medicines.
Keeping active is also important to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stay on a regular exercise plan approved by your doctor. While exercise is essential, you can also cut out extra activity and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Boost safety and convenience with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to adjust lights, secure your door, or adjust your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home will help! Here’s how:
- Smartphone access: Leading smart homes are controlled by smartphone apps. You can lock your doors, adjust thermostat and lighting levels, and even arm your system from any location.
- Voice activation: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Sync your system to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just say a command to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Home automation. Want to make life even more effortless? You can set home automation actions and let your devices activate independently. Set a full scene when you go to bed and have your doors secure, lights dim, system arm, and thermostat adjust simultaneously.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical device that contacts your smart home monitoring specialists can be invaluable. A simple touch of a button can summon help right away during times when every moment counts.
Live safer and smarter in your Tallahassee home with Vivint
Reduce the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Tallahassee. Smart home tools like home automation and voice control are perfect for seniors and other residents with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your smart home and get quick access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Dial (850) 790-4997 to build your system today.