How to prevent falls in your Santa Fe home
Catching your foot on an electrical cord or losing your balance on an unsecured rug may seem harmless to many, but they can be disastrous for seniors. In reality, falls are the top cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a family member looking after a parent or grandparent, discover how to prevent falls in your Santa Fe home, and see how modern smart home features can boost safety.
Simple ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will make a big difference in keeping you or your loved one safeguarded. However, you also need to broaden your scope and consider any medical-related issues that might raise your fall risk.
- Assess your home for hazards. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other belongings off your floor. Anchor rugs. Ensure walkways are free of power cords.
- Install safety equipment. Basic home improvements like support bars in showers and handrails next to stairs can make a big difference. If you use steps, supplement your handrails with slip-resistant treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-down shoes with no tread left elevate the chance of falls. Choose options that fit well with solid support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a healthcare professional
Beyond the basics like keeping objects off your floors, you need to think about your health and get advice from a healthcare professional. Several health complications and medicines can elevate your fall risk. Keep your routine appointments and vision tests, and make sure you understand the possible side effects of any new prescriptions.
Staying active is also vital to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Stay on a daily exercise plan approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is a must, you can also reduce unnecessary 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 isn’t necessary. A smart home will help! Here’s what you can do:
- Remote access: Many modern smart homes can be operated by mobile apps. You can adjust thermostat and light settings, lock your doors, and even arm your system without getting up.
- Voice activation: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Connect your system to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just speak an instruction to control devices like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set custom automation actions and let your components activate on their own. Set a full scene at the end of the day and have your system arm, thermostat adjust, door lock, and lights dim on their own.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical alert that links to your smart home monitoring specialists can be critical. A simple touch of a button can summon help right away at times when every moment counts.
Stay safe in your Santa Fe home with Vivint
Reduce the risk of falling and enhance your safety with a Vivint home security system in Santa Fe. Smart home features like voice activation and home automation are a great fit for seniors and others with mobility issues. Add a medical pendant to your system and get instant access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Dial (505) 605-2552 to build your system today.