How to prevent falls in your Ventura home
Tripping on a power cord or slipping on a loose rug might seem inconsequential to many, but these accidents can be devastating for seniors. In reality, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a family member watching over an elderly parent, discover how to prevent falls in your Ventura home, and see how modern smart homes can help.
Simple ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will go a long way to keeping you or a loved one safeguarded. Even so, you also need to broaden your scope and think about any medical-related issues that might increase the risk of falls.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other assorted items off the floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety measures. Simple home improvements like railings next to stairs and grab bars in showers can make a significant difference. If you use steps, consider supplementing your railings with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Loose slippers, heels, flip-flops, and worn-down shoes with smooth soles increase the risk of falling. Choose shoes that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Beyond the basic precautions like keeping objects off your floors, you need to assess your health and get advice from a healthcare professional. Several health complications and medications can make you more susceptible to falls. Keep your regular healthcare checkups and vision exams, and make sure you understand the possible side effects of any new prescriptions.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Stick to a daily exercise plan approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce extra activity and make your life easier with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to switch lights on or off, lock your door, or reset your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home can help! Here’s how:
- Remote access: Many modern smart homes can be operated by smartphone apps. You can turn lights off or on, reset your thermostat, secure your door, and even arm your security system without leaving your chair.
- Voice control: 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 devices like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even easier? You can program smart automation actions and let your components operate automatically. Set a scene at day’s end and have your doors secure, lights lower, system arm, and thermostat update on their own.
In the worst-case scenario of a fall, a medical device that contacts your smart home monitoring specialists can be a lifesaver. A quick press of a button can get you help immediately during times when every second counts.
Stay safe in your Ventura home with Vivint
Decrease the risk of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint alarm system in Ventura. Smart home features like voice commands and custom automation are ideal for seniors and other people with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your system and get instant access to monitoring professionals during emergencies. Dial (805) 590-5999 to create your system today.