How to prevent falls in your Boise home
Stumbling on an electrical cord or sliding on an unanchored rug may seem minor to many, but these mishaps can be devastating for seniors. In fact, falls are the top cause of injury for adults over 65. If you are a senior or a relative caring for a loved one, discover how to prevent falls in your Boise home, and see how modern smart home features can help.
Easy ways to prevent falls
Basic precautions will help a great deal in keeping you or your loved one safeguarded. Even so, you also need to broaden your scope and think about any health conditions that might raise the risk of falls.
- Check for hazards throughout your home. Keep clothing, papers, boxes, and other assorted objects off your floor. Tape down rugs. Ensure hallways and common areas are free of power cords.
- Install safety features. Simple home improvements like handrails next to stairs and safety bars in showers can greatly improve safety. If you use steps, consider supplementing your handrails with slip-resistant treads.
- Choose sensible footwear. Flimsy slippers, sandals, heels, and worn-down shoes with no tread left elevate the risk of falls. Find shoes that fit with proper support and non-skid soles.
Seek guidance from medical professionals
In addition to the simple precautions like keeping objects off your floors, you need to think about your health and get advice from a doctor. Some health complications and medicines can make you more susceptible to falls. Keep your regular medical appointments and vision exams, and ensure you understand the possible side effects of any new prescriptions.
Staying active is also essential to maintain your strength, balance, and flexibility. Stay on a daily exercise regimen approved by your doctor. While exercise is crucial, you can also cut out extra movements and make your life more convenient with a smart home.
Add convenience and safety with a smart home
Getting up and down repeatedly to switch lights on or off, secure your door, or change your thermostat is unnecessary and avoidable. A smart home is able to help! Here’s what you can do:
- Mobile access: Many modern smart homes can be operated by cell phone apps. You can secure your doors, adjust lighting and thermostat settings, and even arm your security without leaving your chair.
- 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 equipment like lights and locks.
- Custom automation. Want to make life even easier? You can set smart automation actions and allow your devices to activate independently. Set a full scene when you go to bed and have your security arm, thermostat adjust, door lock, and lights dim on their own.
If the unthinkable happens and you fall, a medical device that connects to your smart home monitoring agents can be critical. A quick press of a button can summon support right away during times when every second counts.
Stay safe in your Boise home with Vivint
Lower the risk of falling and live smarter with a Vivint alarm system in Boise. Smart home capabilities like home automation and voice commands are ideal for seniors and other people with mobility limitations. Add a medical device to your system and get quick access to monitoring agents during emergencies. Call (208) 306-4107 to create your system today.