How to prevent falls in your Duluth home
Losing your balance on an unsecured rug or catching your foot on a power cord may seem inconsequential to many, but they can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a family member watching over a loved one, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Duluth home, and see how modern smart homes can help.
Discover straightforward tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or your loved one safe. Even so, you also have to look at the bigger picture and evaluate any medical-related issues that could raise your fall risk.
- Inspect your home for hazards. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other assorted belongings off the floors. Anchor rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Standard home improvements like railings beside stairs and safety bars in bathrooms can make a big difference. If you use steps, supplement your railings with non-slip treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Flimsy slippers, flip-flops, heels, and worn-out shoes with smooth soles raise the risk of falls. Select options that fit with proper support and non-skid soles.
Seek guidance from medical professionals
In addition to the simple precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to consider your health and consult with a doctor. Some health conditions and medications can elevate your fall risk. Keep your routine checkups and vision exams, and ensure you know the possible side effects of your medicines.
Remaining active is also vital to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Keep to a daily exercise plan approved by your doctor. While exercise is crucial, you can also reduce extra movements and make life more convenient with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Constantly getting up and down to adjust lights, secure your door, or adjust your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home can help! Here are some examples how:
- Remote access: Top smart homes can be operated by mobile apps. You can adjust thermostat and lighting settings, secure your doors, and even arm your security system from any location.
- Voice commands: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just use your voice to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set home automation actions and let your equipment run on their own. Set a scene at the end of the day and have your lights dim, security arm, thermostat adjust, and doors lock on their own.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical alert that links to your smart home monitoring specialists can be invaluable. A simple touch of a button can summon help right away at times when each moment counts.
Live safer and smarter in your Duluth home with Vivint
Decrease the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint alarm system in Duluth. Smart home features like voice control and custom automation are perfect for seniors and other residents with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your system and get immediate access to monitoring agents when you need it most. Call (218) 585-7945 to build your system today.