How to prevent falls in your Prescott home
Slipping on an unanchored rug or tripping on an electrical cord could seem harmless to many, but these accidents can be disastrous for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the leading cause of injury for people over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative looking after a parent or grandparent, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Prescott home, and see how innovative smart home features can make a difference.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or a family member safeguarded. Even so, you also have to broaden your scope and think about any health-related issues that could raise your fall risk.
- Look for hazards throughout your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other assorted belongings off the floors. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety measures. Simple home improvements like handrails next to stairs and grab bars in bathrooms can make a noticeable difference. If you use steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose the right footwear. Unsupportive slippers, sandals, heels, and old shoes with slippery soles elevate the risk of falling. Select options that fit with solid support and non-skid soles.
Consult with your doctor
Beyond the basic precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to assess your health and get advice from a medical professional. Several medical conditions and medicines can make you more prone to falls. Keep your regular medical appointments and vision tests, and make sure you understand the possible side effects of any new medicines.
Keeping active is also important to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stick to a regular exercise regimen approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is essential, you can also cut out extra movements and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Boost safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to switch lights on or off, lock your door, or change your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home can help! Here’s what you can do:
- Mobile access: Top smart homes can be operated by cell phone apps. You can lock your doors, adjust lighting and thermostat levels, and even arm your system from any location.
- Voice control: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Sync your system to a voice assistant, then just speak a command to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Home automation. Want to make life even easier? You can set smart automation actions and let your components run independently. Set a scene at day’s end and have your lights lower, security arm, thermostat update, and doors lock simultaneously.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical device that connects to your smart home monitoring specialists can be critical. A quick touch of a button can request help immediately at times when every moment counts.
Stay safe in your Prescott home with Vivint
Lower the risk of falling and live smarter with a Vivint alarm system in Prescott. Smart home tools like voice control and home automation are ideal for seniors and others with mobility limitations. Add a medical device to your system and get quick access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Call (928) 267-6739 to build your system today.