Elder proof home with safety devices

When old and may begin to limp, and no longer as active and vibrant as used to be.
When age starts catching up with us, the things we once found easy to do start becoming a chore.
As such, need as much support as can get - not just from people around us, but also from thing around us.
Here are safety devices can be installed to elder-proof your home.

Grab bars
Provide the much-needed support for the elderly at home, especially in the shower areas.

Suction hand rails
Is a portable hand rail that can be ported around for travels. Detachable and handy, the suction hand rail can be used on non-porous surfaces as well.

Anti-slip bath mats/tiles
Are probably the most important additions needed to prevent accidents.

Extendable shower heads
Elderly tend to be less flexible, extendable shower heads requires less reaching and stretching. They are convenient and easily adjustable.

Sharp corners protectors
Can cushion impacts and soften blows. Some are ven shock absorbing protectors.

Wheelchair ramps
Advisable to install wheelchair ramps in the house even if the elderly is not wheelchair-bound. It can prevent a fall. It might also be easier for an elderly suffering from arthritis to walk up the ramp than a curb.

Window grilles
Apart from safety issues, window grilles should also be installed for security reasons, especially when the elderly is alone at home.

Railings
Especially when there are stairs in your home, railing at the top of the staircase are necessary. If possible, the elderly in your home should always reside in the first level for safety reasons.

Lower shelves
Balance is compromised when we have to reach up to high places. Therefore, refrain from placing things at a height that is unreachable - it might put the elderly at risk.

Night lamps
To prevent accidents in the dark, night lamps are your best bet aside from leaving the lights in your home switched on. Place them in toilets, stairway, kitchen or anywhere needed.

Digital cameras
If you have to work and leave the elderly at home alone by himself, or alone with the caretaker, purchase a digtal camera so you can keep an eye on everything at home 24/7.

Elderly safety alarms
For maximum safety, install a few elderly safety alarms in your home, especially in places like the toilet. This way, the elderly can seek assistance with just a tap of a button.

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