How to prevent falls in your Seattle home
Sliding on an unsecured rug or stumbling on a power cord may seem harmless to many, but these accidents can be catastrophic for seniors. In reality, falls are the top cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a family member looking after a parent or grandparent, learn how to prevent falls in your Seattle home, and see how innovative smart homes can help.
Explore simple tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or a family member safe. With that being said, you also have to take a big-picture approach and think about any health conditions that may elevate the chance of falls.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other objects off the floors. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety equipment. Standard home improvements like railings next to stairs and support bars in bathrooms can make a big difference. If you use steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose the right footwear. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with no tread left increase the risk of falling. Find options that fit with solid support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a medical professional
In addition to the basics like keeping objects off your floors, you need to assess your health and seek guidance from a healthcare professional. Some health conditions and medications can make you more vulnerable to falls. Keep your regular medical checkups and vision exams, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of new medications.
Staying active is also vital to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Stay on a daily exercise routine approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce unnecessary activity and make your life more convenient with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down constantly to switch lights on or off, secure your door, or reset your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home is able to help! Here’s what you can do:
- Remote access: Many modern smart homes are controlled by mobile apps. You can adjust lighting and thermostat settings, secure your doors, and even arm your system from any location.
- Voice activation: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Connect your system to a voice assistant, then just speak an instruction to control tools like locks and lights.
- Home automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can program smart automation actions and let your devices activate automatically. Set a full scene when you go to bed and have your lights lower, security arm, thermostat update, and doors lock on their own.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical pendant that links to your smart home monitoring team can be a lifesaver. A quick touch of a button can request support right away at times when every second matters.
Stay safe in your Seattle home with Vivint
Reduce the risk of falling and live smarter with a Vivint alarm system in Seattle. Smart home capabilities like custom automation and voice control are a great fit for seniors and other people with mobility limitations. Add a medical pendant to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring specialists when you need it most. Dial (206) 590-6257 to create your system today.