How to prevent falls in your Bend home
Sliding on an unsecured rug or stumbling on an electrical cord might seem minor to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In reality, falls are the top cause of injury for people over 65. If you’re a senior or a family member caring for a parent or grandparent, learn how to prevent falls in your Bend home, and see how the latest smart home features can make a difference.
Discover straightforward tips for preventing falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a loved one protected. With that being said, you also have to look at the bigger picture and evaluate any health conditions that could elevate the chance of falls.
- Look for hazards around your home. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other random objects off the floors. Tape down rugs. Ensure walkways are free of power cords.
- Install safety measures. Standard home improvements like handrails beside stairs and grab bars in bathrooms can significantly improve safety. If you have steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-resistant treads.
- Opt for sensible shoes. Flimsy slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-down shoes with no tread left raise the chance of falls. Select shoes that fit well with good support and non-skid soles.
Consult with your doctor
Beyond the basics like keeping your floors clear, you need to consider your health and seek guidance from a healthcare professional. Certain health conditions and medicines can heighten your fall risk. Keep your routine healthcare appointments and vision exams, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of any new medicines.
Keeping active is also important to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stay on a regular exercise routine approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is crucial, you can also eliminate unnecessary movements and make your life easier with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to turn on the lights, secure your door, or reset your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home is able to help! Here’s how:
- Smartphone access: Top smart homes can be controlled by mobile apps. You can adjust thermostat and lighting levels, lock your doors, and even arm your system without getting up.
- Voice control: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Connect your home’s security to a voice assistant, then just speak an instruction to control equipment like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even easier? You can configure custom automation actions and allow your equipment to run automatically. Set a scene when you go to bed and have your system arm, thermostat adjust, door lock, and lights lower automatically.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical pendant that links to your smart home monitoring team can be critical. A simple touch of a button can summon assistance fast during times when every second counts.
Stay safe in your Bend home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and live smarter with a Vivint home security system in Bend. Smart home capabilities like home automation and voice activation are perfect for seniors and other people with mobility restrictions. Add a medical device to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Dial (541) 327-4968 to build your system today.