Seniors face increasing risks of injuries as they get older. When you have a senior member in your household, it's important to make sure your home is safe for them. If you're the senior in your home, try these safety measures:
Eliminate Fall Hazards
Falls are one of the top causes of serious injuries. Go through your home and remove any items posing as a tripping hazard, which includes removing or heavily securing areas or throwing rugs. Also, make sure cords are safely secured along walls rather than running across your floor. Stairways should be well-lit and have no debris or items on the steps.
Improve Bathroom Safety
Bathrooms can cause injuries due to slippery surfaces. You can make the bathrooms in your home safer in several ways, such as installing grab bars near toilets and in shower stalls. Bathroom floors should have a slip-resistant mat in the tub to prevent slipping and falling, as well as a secure mat to step onto once exiting the shower or tub to avoid slick wet floors.Other safety measures might include having a walk-in shower installed instead of a regular bathtub since these are easier to get into and out of and placing a bathing chair in the tub or shower if needed.
