How to prevent falls in your Detroit home
Sliding on an unsecured rug or stumbling on an electrical cord may seem inconsequential to many, but they can be disastrous for seniors. In fact, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for people over 65. If you are a senior or a relative watching over a loved one, discover how to prevent falls in your Detroit home, and see how the latest smart homes can make a difference.
Simple tips to prevent falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a loved one safe. However, you also have to take a big-picture approach and consider any health-related issues that might elevate your fall risk.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other random belongings off your floor. Anchor rugs. Ensure walking areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Basic home improvements like support bars in bathrooms and railings beside stairs can make a big difference. If you use steps, consider supplementing your railings with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose the right shoes. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-down shoes with smooth soles raise the risk of falls. Choose options that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
In addition to the basic precautions like keeping items off your floors, you need to think about your health and consult with a healthcare professional. Certain medical conditions and medications can make you more susceptible to falls. Keep your normal medical checkups and vision tests, and make sure you know the potential side effects of your medications.
Remaining active is also important to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Stick to a regular exercise regimen approved by your doctor. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce unnecessary movements and make life simpler with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to adjust lights, secure your door, or reset your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home is able to help! Here are some examples how:
- Remote access: Leading smart homes can be controlled by smartphone apps. You can turn lights off or on, reset your thermostat, lock your door, and even arm your system without leaving your chair.
- Voice commands: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home’s security to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just speak a command to control tools like locks and lights.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can configure smart automation actions and allow your components to activate independently. Set a full scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, security arm, thermostat adjust, and doors lock automatically.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical pendant that contacts your smart home monitoring agents can be a lifesaver. A simple touch of a button can request help immediately during times when each moment matters.
Stay safe in your Detroit home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Detroit. Smart home capabilities like custom automation and voice activation are a great fit for seniors and other residents with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your system and get instant access to monitoring professionals whenever you need it. Dial (313) 766-2527 to create your system today.