How to prevent falls in your Texarkana home
Sliding on a loose rug or tripping on a power cord may seem harmless to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In reality, falls are the top cause of injury for residents over 65. If you’re a senior or a family member caring for a loved one, discover how to prevent falls in your Texarkana home, and see how modern smart home features can help.
Check out simple tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or a loved one protected. Even so, you also have to look at the bigger picture and evaluate any health-related issues that could elevate your fall risk.
- Inspect your home for hazards. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other assorted items off the floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety equipment. Basic home improvements like support bars in showers and railings beside stairs can significantly improve safety. If you have steps, think about supplementing your railings with slip-resistant treads.
- Choose the right shoes. Unsupportive slippers, flip-flops, heels, and old shoes with smooth soles increase the risk of falls. Choose options that fit with good support and non-slip soles.
Consult with your doctor
Aside from the simple precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to think about your health and seek guidance from a doctor. Certain health conditions and prescriptions can heighten your fall risk. Keep your normal appointments and vision exams, and make sure you know the possible side effects of your prescriptions.
Staying active is also important to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stick to a regular exercise routine approved by your doctor. While exercise is a must, you can also cut out extra movements and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Add convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to adjust lights, secure your door, or reset your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home will help! Here’s how:
- Mobile access: Many modern smart homes can be controlled by smartphone apps. You can secure your doors, adjust thermostat and lighting levels, and even arm your security without leaving your chair.
- Voice control: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home’s security to a smart speaker, then just use your voice to control equipment like locks and thermostats.
- Home automation. Want to make life even easier? You can set home automation actions and allow your equipment to operate on their own. Set a scene when you go to bed and have your security arm, thermostat adjust, door lock, and lights lower simultaneously.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical device that contacts your smart home monitoring specialists can be critical. A quick press of a button can get you support fast at times when each moment matters.
Stay safe in your Texarkana home with Vivint
Decrease the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint alarm system in Texarkana. Smart home features like custom automation and voice activation are perfect for seniors and others with mobility issues. Add a medical alert to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring specialists when you need it most. Place a call to (870) 544-4225 to design your system today.