How to prevent falls in your Joliet home
Tripping on an electrical cord or slipping on a loose rug may seem minor to many, but they can be devastating 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 parent or grandparent, discover how to prevent falls in your Joliet home, and see how innovative smart homes can boost safety.
Simple tips to prevent falls
Straightforward precautions will go a long way to keeping you or a loved one safe. Even so, you also have to broaden your scope and consider any health-related issues that could make falls more of a concern.
- Check for hazards throughout your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other random belongings off your floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure walking areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety equipment. Standard home improvements like handrails beside stairs and safety bars in bathrooms can greatly enhance safety. If you have steps, supplement your handrails with non-slip treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Unsupportive slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with smooth soles raise the risk of falling. Find options that fit well with solid support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Beyond the basic precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to assess your health and get advice from a medical professional. Certain medical conditions and prescriptions can increase your fall risk. Keep your regular medical appointments and vision exams, and ensure you know the possible side effects of your medications.
Keeping active is also important to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Keep to a regular exercise plan approved by your medical provider. While exercise is essential, you can also cut out unnecessary movements and make life more convenient with a smart home.
Boost safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to switch lights on or off, secure your door, or adjust your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home can help! Here’s how:
- Remote access: Leading smart homes are controlled by cell phone apps. You can secure your doors, adjust thermostat and light levels, and even arm your security system without leaving your chair.
- Voice control: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home to a voice assistant, then just use your voice to control equipment like locks and lights.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can program smart automation actions and let your devices run automatically. Set a full scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, system arm, thermostat adjust, and doors secure simultaneously.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical pendant that contacts your smart home monitoring agents can be a lifesaver. A quick touch of a button can request assistance fast during times when every second counts.
Stay safe in your Joliet home with Vivint
Reduce the chances of falling and enhance your safety with a Vivint alarm system in Joliet. Smart home features like voice commands and home automation are a great fit for seniors and others with mobility limitations. Add a medical alert to your system and get instant access to monitoring professionals whenever you need it. Place a call to (815) 427-4864 to create your system today.