Life transitions are hard for anyone, but they can be especially difficult for older people with health issues and their caregivers. Caring for someone after a hospital stay or injury and trying to keep someone in their home can be a huge task, but once we understand you take on with love. Let us show you some tips on how to improve bedroom safety for seniors. First, make sure the bedroom is well lit. Establish a clear walking path and eliminate any obstacles such as furniture, rugs, bedding or cables that can cause a trip hazard. Make sure commonly used items are within reach. Navigation can be a real challenge, especially at night. You maybe want to consider adding a grab bar next to the bed. If your loved one suffers from a condition like dementia, falling out of bed can be a problem. Installing a bed rail can help prevent falls as well as can be used to reposition and get in and out of bed. If using a bed rail, make sure that it is positioned correctly to avoid entrapment. A floor mat should also be considered if there a risk of falling out of bed. Graham-Field offers several low profile options including some with beveled edges to reduce tripping hazards and allow most wheeled objects to roll easily over the mat. A patient alarm bed system can also help to notify a caregiver when their loved one or patient has fallen out of bed. Some seniors go to the bathroom several times at night. A bedside commode can be a good solution to avoid potential hazardous night walks. A walker can also be a handy mobility aid to move about in the bedroom and around the home. Most of these tips can be implemented with very little effort or expense and can significantly reduce the risks of falling in the bedroom. Every change made will give you and your loved one peace of mind about living at home.
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17 окт 2019
