How to prevent falls in your Sandy Springs home
Catching your foot on a power cord or sliding on an unsecured rug may seem harmless to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the top cause of injury for residents over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative watching over a parent or grandparent, learn how to prevent falls in your Sandy Springs home, and see how the latest smart homes can make a difference.
Check out tips for preventing falls
Straightforward precautions will go a long way to keeping you or a family member safeguarded. With that being said, you also must take a big-picture approach and evaluate any health conditions that could make falls more of a concern.
- Check for hazards around your home. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other belongings off the floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure walkways are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Simple home improvements like grab bars in bathrooms and handrails beside stairs can greatly boost safety. If you have steps, supplement your railings with non-slip treads.
- Choose sensible shoes. Unsupportive slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-out shoes with slippery soles increase the risk of falling. Find shoes that fit with good support and non-slip soles.
Consult with your doctor
In addition to the simple precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to assess your health and consult with a healthcare professional. Some health conditions and prescriptions can make you more vulnerable to falls. Keep your regular appointments and vision checks, and ensure you understand the possible side effects of any new medications.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Stay on a daily exercise regimen approved by your doctor. While exercise is a must, you can also cut out extra activity and make life simpler with a smart home.
Boost safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to turn on the lights, secure your door, or change your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home can help! Here’s how:
- Mobile access: Top smart homes are controlled by cell phone apps. You can adjust lighting and thermostat settings, secure your doors, and even arm your system without getting up.
- Voice control: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Connect your system to a smart speaker, then just speak an instruction to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Home automation. Want to make life even easier? You can configure home automation actions and allow your equipment to run independently. Set a full scene at day’s end and have your doors lock, lights lower, security arm, and thermostat update simultaneously.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical pendant that links to your smart home monitoring team can be a lifesaver. A simple press of a button can summon help fast at times when every second matters.
Stay safe in your Sandy Springs home with Vivint
Reduce the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint security system in Sandy Springs. Smart home features like custom automation and voice control are a great fit for seniors and others with mobility restrictions. Add a medical alert to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring specialists whenever you need it. Dial (470) 466-8688 to build your system today.