How to prevent falls in your Camden home
Sliding on an unanchored rug or stumbling on an electrical cord may seem inconsequential to many, but these mishaps can be disastrous for seniors. Truth be told, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for adults over 65. If you’re a senior or a family member looking after a loved one, learn how to prevent falls in your Camden home, and see how innovative smart home features can help.
Explore simple tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or a family member safeguarded. With that being said, you also must broaden your scope and consider any health-related issues that may raise your fall risk.
- Inspect your home for hazards. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other belongings off your floor. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety equipment. Basic home improvements like support bars in bathrooms and railings beside stairs can make a significant difference. If you have steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-resistant treads.
- Choose the right footwear. Loose slippers, heels, flip-flops, and old shoes with smooth soles raise the chance of falls. Find options that fit well with solid support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Aside from the simple precautions like keeping your floors clear, you need to assess your health and consult with a healthcare professional. Some health complications and medications can make you more vulnerable to falls. Keep your regular checkups and vision exams, and make sure you know the possible side effects of any new medications.
Staying active is also important to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Keep to a daily exercise regimen approved by your doctor. While exercise is crucial, you can also cut out extra activity and make your life easier with a smart home.
Add safety and convenience with a smart home
Repeatedly getting up and down to adjust lights, lock your door, or reset your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home can help! Here are some examples how:
- Mobile access: Leading smart homes are controlled by cell phone apps. You can lock your doors, adjust thermostat and light settings, and even arm your security from any location.
- Voice commands: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Connect your home’s security to a voice assistant, then just verbalize an instruction to control devices like locks and lights.
- Home automation. Want to make life even more effortless? You can set home automation actions and allow your devices to activate on their own. Set a comprehensive scene at day’s end and have your security arm, thermostat adjust, door lock, and lights lower on their own.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical pendant that contacts your smart home monitoring specialists can be a lifesaver. A simple touch of a button can get you support fast during times when each moment matters.
Stay safe in your Camden home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Camden. Smart home capabilities like voice commands and custom automation are a great fit for seniors and other people with mobility limitations. Add a medical pendant to your smart home and get immediate access to monitoring agents when you need it most. Place a call to (856) 746-6164 to build your system today.