How to prevent falls in your Tampa home
Slipping on an unsecured rug or catching your foot on a power cord could seem harmless to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury for people over 65. If you are a senior or a relative looking after a loved one, discover how to prevent falls in your Tampa home, and see how modern smart homes can help.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Simple precautions will go a long way to keeping you or your loved one safe. However, you also must look at the bigger picture and think about any health-related issues that could elevate your fall risk.
- Check for hazards throughout your home. Keep boxes, papers, clothing, and other random objects off your floor. Secure rugs. Ensure walkways are free of electrical cords.
- Install safety measures. Simple home improvements like grab bars in showers and handrails next to stairs can make a big difference. If you use steps, consider supplementing your railings with slip-preventing treads.
- Choose the right shoes. Flimsy slippers, flip-flops, heels, and old shoes with smooth soles elevate the risk of falling. Select shoes that fit well with solid support and non-skid soles.
Seek advice from medical professionals
Beyond the simple precautions like keeping items off your floors, you need to assess your health and get advice from a medical professional. Some health conditions and medications can elevate your fall risk. Keep your routine healthcare appointments and vision tests, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of your prescriptions.
Keeping active is also vital to maintain your balance, strength, and flexibility. Stay on a daily exercise regimen approved by your doctor. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce extra movements and make life easier with a smart home.
Add convenience and safety with a smart home
Constantly getting up and down to turn on the lights, lock your door, or reset your thermostat can be avoided. A smart home can help! Here’s what you can do:
- Mobile access: Leading smart homes can be operated by mobile apps. You can lock your doors, adjust lighting and thermostat levels, and even arm your security without getting up.
- Voice activation: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Sync your home’s security to a voice assistant, then just use your voice to control tools like locks and thermostats.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even easier? You can set smart automation actions and let your equipment activate automatically. Set a comprehensive scene at day’s end and have your doors secure, lights lower, system arm, and thermostat update simultaneously.
In the rare event that you fall, a medical device that contacts your smart home monitoring specialists can be critical. A quick press of a button can summon help immediately during times when each moment matters.
Live safer and smarter in your Tampa home with Vivint
Decrease the risk of falling and enhance your safety with a Vivint security system in Tampa. Smart home tools like voice commands and custom automation are perfect for seniors and others with mobility issues. Add a medical device to your smart home and get instant access to monitoring professionals whenever you need it. Dial (813) 590-1845 to build your system today.