How to prevent falls in your Milwaukee home
Slipping on a loose rug or catching your foot on a power cord may seem inconsequential to many, but they can be catastrophic for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for people over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative caring for a loved one, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Milwaukee home, and see how the latest smart home features can help.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or your loved one protected. With that being said, you also must look at the bigger picture and evaluate any medical-related issues that might increase your fall risk.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other random belongings off the floor. Anchor rugs. Ensure walking areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety features. Simple home improvements like grab bars in bathrooms and railings beside stairs can greatly improve safety. If you have steps, consider supplementing your railings with non-slip treads.
- Choose sensible shoes. Loose slippers, heels, flip-flops, and worn-down shoes with smooth soles increase the risk of falling. Select options that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Seek advice from medical professionals
Aside from the basics like keeping items off your floors, you need to consider your health and consult with a doctor. Some health conditions and medicines can heighten your fall risk. Keep your normal checkups and vision tests, and make sure you understand the possible side effects of your prescriptions.
Remaining active is also vital to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stick to a daily exercise regimen approved by your medical provider. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce extra movements and make your life easier with a smart home.
Enhance 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 is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home will help! Here’s how:
- Mobile access: Leading smart homes are controlled by cell phone apps. You can lock your doors, adjust thermostat and light levels, and even arm your system without leaving your chair.
- 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 tools like locks and lights.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even more effortless? You can set smart automation actions and allow your equipment to run independently. Set a full scene when you go to bed and have your lights dim, security arm, thermostat update, and doors lock automatically.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical device that links to your smart home monitoring agents can be critical. A quick touch of a button can request support fast at times when every second matters.
Live safer and smarter in your Milwaukee home with Vivint
Decrease the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint security system in Milwaukee. Smart home tools like voice control and home automation are a great fit for seniors and other residents with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your smart home and get immediate access to monitoring agents during emergencies. Dial (414) 409-5889 to create your system today.