How to prevent falls in your Mobile home
Slipping on a loose rug or tripping on an electrical cord might seem harmless to many, but they can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a family member caring for a loved one, learn how to prevent falls in your Mobile home, and see how modern smart home features can help.
Check out straightforward tips for preventing falls
Simple precautions will go a long way to keeping you or a family member protected. Even so, you also need to take a big-picture approach and evaluate any health conditions that could elevate the risk of falls.
- Check for hazards throughout your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other objects off the floors. Tape down rugs. Ensure walkways are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Simple home improvements like support bars in showers and handrails next to stairs can make a significant difference. If you use steps, think about supplementing your handrails with slip-preventing treads.
- Opt for sensible footwear. Loose slippers, sandals, heels, and old shoes with slippery soles increase the risk of falls. Find shoes that fit with proper support and non-slip soles.
Speak with your doctor
Aside from the basics like keeping objects off your floors, you need to assess your health and seek guidance from a healthcare professional. Some health complications and medicines can make you more prone to falls. Keep your regular medical checkups and vision checks, and ensure you know the potential side effects of new medicines.
Keeping active is also essential to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Keep to a regular exercise plan approved by your medical provider. While exercise is essential, you can also cut out unnecessary activity and make your life simpler with a smart home.
Enhance safety and convenience with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to adjust lights, lock your door, or adjust your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home will help! Here’s how:
- Remote access: Many modern smart homes can be operated by mobile apps. You can turn lights off or on, reset your thermostat, lock your door, and even arm your system without leaving your chair.
- Voice activation: You don’t even need a smartphone to control your devices! Connect your home to a smart speaker like Google Home or Amazon Alexa, then just use your voice to control tools like locks and lights.
- Home automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can configure home automation actions and let your components run automatically. Set a scene at the end of the day and have your doors lock, lights lower, security arm, and thermostat update simultaneously.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical pendant that links to your smart home monitoring specialists can be invaluable. A quick touch of a button can request assistance fast at times when every moment counts.
Stay safe in your Mobile home with Vivint
Lower the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint security system in Mobile. Smart home features like home automation and voice control are perfect for seniors and others with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your smart home and get quick access to monitoring specialists whenever you need it. Dial (251) 336-3077 to build your system today.