How to prevent falls in your Green Bay home

Sliding on an unsecured rug or catching your foot on a power cord might seem minor to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In reality, falls are the No. 1 cause of injury for residents over 65. If you’re a senior or a relative caring for an elderly parent, find tips on how to prevent falls in your Green Bay home, and see how the latest smart homes can make a difference.

Easy ways to prevent falls

Straightforward precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or a loved one safe. Even so, you also must broaden your scope and evaluate any health-related issues that may raise the risk of falls.

• Check for hazards around your home. Keep deliveries, papers, clothing, and other assorted items off the floor. Secure rugs. Ensure walkways are free of electrical cords.
  
  
• Install safety measures. Standard home improvements like grab bars in showers and railings beside stairs can make a noticeable difference. If you have steps, supplement your railings with slip-preventing treads.
  
  
• Opt for sensible shoes. Flimsy slippers, heels, flip-flops, and worn-down shoes with no tread left elevate the risk of falls. Choose options that fit well with good support and non-slip soles.

Get advice from a healthcare professional

In addition to the basic precautions like keeping items off your floors, you need to think about your health and seek guidance from a doctor. Several health conditions and medicines can elevate your fall risk. Keep your normal checkups and vision checks, and make sure you understand the potential side effects of new medications.

Staying active is also essential to maintain your flexibility, strength, and balance. Stick to a regular exercise routine approved by your healthcare provider. While exercise is essential, you can also reduce unnecessary movements and make life more convenient with a smart home.

Enhance safety and convenience with a smart home

Constantly getting up and down to adjust lights, secure your door, or reset your thermostat isn’t necessary. A smart home can help! Here’s what you can do:

• Remote access: Many modern smart homes are controlled by smartphone apps. You can turn lights on or off, adjust your thermostat, secure your door, and even arm your security system from any location. 

• Voice control: You don’t even need your phone to control your smart home! Connect your home to a voice assistant, then just say a command to control equipment like lights and locks.

• Custom automation. Want to make life even simpler? You can program custom automation actions and allow your devices to activate automatically. Set a comprehensive scene when you go to bed and have your system arm, thermostat update, door secure, and lights dim on their own.

If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical pendant that links to your smart home monitoring agents can be invaluable. A quick press of a button can request support fast during times when every moment matters.

Stay safe in your Green Bay home with Vivint

Reduce the chances of falling and increase your safety with a Vivint home security system in Green Bay. Smart home features like voice commands and custom automation are ideal for seniors and other residents with mobility restrictions. Add a medical alert to your system and get quick access to monitoring specialists when you need it most. Dial (920) 663-3617 to build your system today.