How to Fall-Proof Your Home
Your home is somewhere where you should feel most comfortable, especially for seniors who want to remain at home in their retirement years and remain independent. To maintain their health and independence, it’s important to make their homes fall proof. Here are some important tips to reduce the odds of you having a fall at home:
1. Remove Common Tripping Hazards
This may sound like common sense, but many of the causes of falls are simple tripping hazards. Make sure shoes are removed from the front door, telephone and power cords are properly stored away from common walking areas, and other items put away so they don’t become a hazard. Even something as innocent as a pet’s water bowl can cause you to take a tumble.
2. Create Larger Walkways
Arrange the furniture in your home to create a clear path that allows you to walk freely from room to room. This is particularly important for seniors who use a cane or walker. The more room you have, the less likely you will bump into something.