How to prevent falls in your Flint home
Losing your balance on an unsecured rug or stumbling on an electrical cord could seem minor to many, but they can be catastrophic for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the top cause of injury for adults over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative caring for a loved one, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Flint home, and see how innovative smart homes can boost safety.
Explore straightforward tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a family member protected. With that being said, you also need to broaden your scope and consider any health conditions that could increase the risk of falls.
- Inspect your home for hazards. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other random belongings off the floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety features. Simple home improvements like handrails next to stairs and support bars in bathrooms can make a significant difference. If you have steps, consider supplementing your railings with slip-resistant treads.
- Choose sensible shoes. Flimsy slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with no tread left raise the chance of falls. Choose shoes that fit with good support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a medical professional
In addition to the simple precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to consider your health and seek guidance from a healthcare professional. Several medical conditions and prescriptions can make you more prone to falls. Keep your regular healthcare appointments and vision exams, and make certain you know the possible side effects of new prescriptions.
Staying active is also important to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Stay on a daily exercise routine approved by your medical provider. While exercise is a must, you can also reduce unnecessary activity and make life simpler with a smart home.
Enhance safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to turn on the lights, secure your door, or adjust your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home can help! Here’s how:
- Mobile access: Leading smart homes can be controlled by smartphone apps. You can adjust thermostat and light settings, secure your doors, and even arm your system without leaving your chair.
- Voice commands: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Connect your home’s security to a smart speaker, then just verbalize a command to control equipment like locks and lights.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set custom automation actions and allow your devices to operate on their own. Set a scene at the end of the day and have your security arm, thermostat update, door lock, and lights dim automatically.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical pendant that connects to your smart home monitoring agents can be invaluable. A simple touch of a button can request support fast at times when every second counts.
Live smarter and safer in your Flint home with Vivint
Decrease the risk of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Flint. Smart home features like voice control and custom automation are ideal for seniors and other people with mobility restrictions. Add a medical alert to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring agents during emergencies. Call (810) 672-7953 to create your system today.