Safe Housing for Seniors

 

With age, it is important to achieve greater safety and comfort at home. Elements or furniture pieces that perhaps were previously useful can suddenly become an impediment for those people who begin to have mobility problems.

It is vital to take care of the details, especially those related to the furniture, in places where the elderly live. The main objective should be to avoid a fall, as this can affect the seniors’ quality of life in an unexpected way and considerably aggravate their general situation. There are elderly people with diseases whose situation we already think is very bad but it can get worse if there is carelessness and a fall occurs.

Aware of this problem, nursing home owner Ehpraim Zagelbaum informs you how you should adapt the home to improve the quality of life of the elderly.

Homes adapted for the elderly

Achieving a functional environment facilitates the lives of the elderly in many aspects, so creating an accessible environment is important so that their day-to-day runs more easily and autonomously. For this reason, Ephraim Zagelbaum advises you to follow these points:

• It is essential to eliminate obstacles that hinder the passage and mobility of the elderly: flowerpots, unstable tables, rugs, etc. Despite the fact that they may be valuable objectives for the elderly, the true usefulness of these elements must be considered, as they do not prevent them from being able to move easily.

• All rooms must be perfectly lit to facilitate good vision and avoid the risk of falls. Good lighting creates a more comfortable and welcoming environment for the elderly person. In the same way, you can also buy light sensors that detect their movements, ideal for spaces such as corridors or living rooms.

• It is important to check the size of the doors that facilitate the passage of the elderly in the case of using a wheelchair, as they can also be removed if necessary.

• You should pay attention to the carpets that are in the house, the important thing is that they are non-slip rubber, otherwise it is best to remove them to avoid tripping or falling.

• Kitchen and bathroom cabinets must be in order. This avoids the difficulty of finding an object. Corner guards can also be used to prevent possible injury.

• The elderly must have access to the telephone permanently. The phone must have the numbers large enough to be easily visible. If possible, always opt for cordless phones.