How to prevent falls in your Appleton home
Sliding on an unsecured rug or tripping on a power cord might seem inconsequential to many, but these accidents can be devastating for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the leading cause of injury for residents over 65. If you are a senior or a relative caring for an elderly parent, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Appleton home, and see how the latest smart home features can help.
Simple 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 health conditions that may increase the chance of falls.
- Look for hazards around your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other items off the floor. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety equipment. Standard home improvements like railings beside stairs and safety bars in showers can significantly improve safety. If you have steps, supplement your railings with non-slip treads.
- Opt for sensible footwear. Loose slippers, heels, flip-flops, and worn-down shoes with smooth soles increase the risk of falling. Select shoes that fit with proper support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Aside from the basics like keeping your floors clear, you need to think about your health and seek guidance from a healthcare professional. Several health complications and medications can elevate your fall risk. Keep your routine medical checkups and vision checks, and make sure you know the potential side effects of new medicines.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Keep to a daily exercise routine approved by your doctor. While exercise is crucial, you can also eliminate extra movements and make your life more convenient with a smart home.
Enhance safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to switch lights on or off, secure your door, or change your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home will help! Here’s what you can do:
- Mobile access: Top smart homes are controlled by smartphone apps. You can lock your doors, adjust thermostat and light levels, and even arm your security without getting up.
- Voice commands: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home to a voice assistant, then just use your voice to control devices like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even more effortless? You can configure smart automation actions and allow your components to activate automatically. Set a comprehensive scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, system arm, thermostat adjust, and doors lock automatically.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical alert that connects to your smart home monitoring specialists can be invaluable. A quick press of a button can get you support immediately at times when every moment matters.
Live smarter and safer in your Appleton home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and enhance your safety with a Vivint security system in Appleton. Smart home capabilities like home automation and voice activation are ideal for seniors and other people with mobility restrictions. Add a medical device to your smart home and get quick access to monitoring agents during emergencies. Dial (920) 259-2449 to create your system today.