Safety Tips for Seniors in Haverhill and the Merrimack Valley
As we prepare to hit the road for vacation, weddings and fun trips this summer, there is no better time to remember the saying, ‘safety first!’
Elders are involved in countless accidents in their homes every year. While most elders want to age in place, most homes are not properly designed to support is goal. Falls are the number one safety risk for seniors – nearly one third of the senior population falls each year at home. Elders must take precautions due to physical changes that develop as they age, including decreasing in vision, hearing, taste and smell. As a result, these changes can dramatically increase the risk of injury for the elder inside of his/her home.
Here are 4 quick and easy home safety tips:
- Remove, repair and/or tack down loose carpeting.
- Arrange furniture to allow adequate space for safe walking between all rooms.
- Use a stepping stool or grabber for high shelves – do not stand on chairs or stools.
- Keep closet doors and drawers closed to prevent bruises or tripping.
As home safety conversations take place, it is important to give loved ones a choice of the best living space options while also keeping safety in mind. With the right preparation, living happy and safe at home is possible.
Right at Home Haverhill's skilled and compassionate caregivers can support seniors and loved ones with remaining safe and independent at home. Our office offers physical assistance services for seniors, elderly or disabled with the trust, reliability and responsiveness that you are looking for in a home care provider.
Right at Home Haverhill can help throughout the day in several ways:
- Ambulatory assistance
- Getting dressed
- Positioning in chair or bed
- Transfer between bed and chair
- Wheelchair assistance
For more information on Right at Home Haverhill's services, check out our services page.
