How to prevent falls in your Jackson home
Slipping on an unanchored rug or stumbling on an electrical cord may seem inconsequential to many, but they 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 relative watching over an elderly parent, learn how to prevent falls in your Jackson home, and see how the latest smart homes can make a difference.
Simple ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a loved one protected. However, you also must look at the bigger picture and consider any health conditions that could increase the risk of falls.
- Look for hazards around your home. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other random belongings off your floor. Secure rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety measures. Basic home improvements like handrails next to stairs and safety bars in bathrooms can greatly boost safety. If you use steps, supplement your handrails with non-slip treads.
- Choose the right footwear. Flimsy slippers, heels, flip-flops, and worn-out shoes with slippery soles elevate the risk of falls. Choose options that fit well with good support and non-slip soles.
Get advice from a medical professional
In addition to the simple 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 elevate your fall risk. Keep your normal appointments and vision tests, and make sure you know the potential side effects of your medicines.
Staying active is also important to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Stick to a regular exercise plan approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is essential, you can also cut out extra activity and make life simpler with a smart home.
Boost convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down constantly to adjust lights, lock your door, or change your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home is able to help! Here are some examples how:
- Mobile access: Leading smart homes are controlled by mobile apps. You can turn lights off or on, adjust your thermostat, secure your door, and even arm your system without getting up.
- Voice control: You don’t even have to use your phone! Link your home’s security to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just speak a directive to control devices like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can set home automation actions and let your components activate independently. Set a full scene at the end of the day and have your security arm, thermostat adjust, door secure, and lights dim simultaneously.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical pendant that contacts your smart home monitoring agents can be invaluable. A quick press of a button can summon help right away at times when every moment counts.
Live smarter and safer in your Jackson home with Vivint
Reduce the risk of falling and enhance your safety with a Vivint security system in Jackson. Smart home features like voice activation and home automation are perfect for seniors and other people with mobility restrictions. Add a medical alert to your system and get quick access to monitoring specialists during emergencies. Call (601) 607-9990 to build your system today.