How to prevent falls in your Topeka home
Sliding on an unanchored rug or stumbling on a power cord might seem harmless to many, but they can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative looking after an elderly parent, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Topeka home, and see how the latest smart homes can boost safety.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Simple precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a family member safe. Even so, you also need to look at the bigger picture and evaluate any health-related issues that may make falls more likely.
- Check for hazards around your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other assorted objects off your floor. Secure rugs. Ensure walkways are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Standard home improvements like grab bars in showers and railings next to stairs can greatly boost safety. If you use steps, think about supplementing your handrails with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose the right shoes. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with no tread left increase the chance of falls. Choose shoes that fit well with solid support and non-slip soles.
Speak with your doctor
Beyond the simple precautions like keeping items off your floors, you need to think about your health and seek guidance from a medical professional. Certain health complications and medicines can heighten your fall risk. Keep your normal appointments and vision tests, and make sure you know the possible side effects of your medications.
Staying active is also vital to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Keep to a daily exercise plan approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is a must, you can also cut out extra movements and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Add convenience and safety with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to adjust lights, secure your door, or reset your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home can help! Here are some examples how:
- Smartphone access: Many modern smart homes are controlled by smartphone apps. You can adjust thermostat and lighting settings, secure your doors, and even arm your system from any location.
- Voice control: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Link your home’s security to a smart speaker, then just speak a command to control tools like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even easier? You can set smart automation actions and let your devices run independently. Set a full scene at the end of the day and have your doors lock, lights dim, system arm, and thermostat update simultaneously.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical alert that connects to your smart home monitoring team can be invaluable. A quick touch of a button can get you assistance right away at times when every moment matters.
Live safer and smarter in your Topeka home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint alarm system in Topeka. Smart home tools like voice control and home automation are a great fit for seniors and others with mobility limitations. Add a medical device to your smart home and get quick access to monitoring professionals whenever you need it. Place a call to (785) 369-9429 to design your system today.