Important Home Safety Tips for Elderly

IMPORTANT HOME SAFETY TIPS FOR ELDERLY FOR HOME KOTTAYAM WE CARE FOR YOU KALLARA Ensure the Bathroom is Safe Keep Emergency Numbers In Handy > A basic and easy-to-understand model phone is good > Look for larger keypad numbers and a display window it will be easier to press and see > Add grab bars and safety rails to the shower/tub as well as near the toilet. > Place a special bathing chair > Lower the water temperature to prevent accidental burns > Add non-skid surfaces > Have items within reach > Make sure they have the numbers logged onto their telephones > Save all emergency numbers and dear one's contact information > Healthcare provider's office number Ensure Home is Safe Assess Your Lighting Properly > Make sure all hallways, stairs, and paths are well lit and clear of objects such as books or shoes > Replace if any damaged light bulbs are there > Install new and bright light fixtures > Make sure the rooms are well-lit > Make sure the way/path is clearly visible > Use rails and banisters when going up and down the stairs. Never place scatter rugs at the bottom or top of stairs > Tape all area rugs to the floor so they do not move when you walk on them > Make sure heaters are at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn, such as curtains, bedding, or furniture. Check With Your Seniors Frequently Things to Checklist > Keep all medications in their original containers > Ask the pharmacist to put large-print labels on your medications > Never let a stranger into your home when you are there alone > Replace appliances that have fraying or damaged electrical cords > Check for the safety of your loved ones > Neighbors and a professional caregiver can help in this > Make them feel secured, cared and loved > Keep in touch with them frequently SENIOR CI MATHEWS