Falls can be particularly devastating for elderly people. Visiting Angels offers a few tips that will help you keep your loved ones safe. The elder care company offers non-medical home care and in-home care for elderly residents in Medina, OH, and surrounding areas.

The next time you visit your relative, carefully examine his or her home for any tripping hazards, such as loose carpets or floorboards, slippery or worn floors, cords that extend across the floor, and piles of clutter on the floor. Correct any problems you notice, and take a look at the exterior of the home. Make repairs to the porch or stairs if you notice loose boards or cracked concrete. Cracks in the sidewalk and driveway can also cause falls and should be repaired as soon as possible.

Cleaning and cooking can be difficult for some seniors. When poor eyesight or limited mobility is a problem, safety in the kitchen can be compromised. Ease your family member’s burden by hiring a caring, compassionate caregiver from Visiting Angels. Caregivers not only clean and cook but can drive your relative to appointments and take them shopping as well.

Evaluate the lighting inside and outside the home. Low lighting can increase slips and falls. Use the maximum wattage recommended for lamps and overhead lights. Add additional lighting to dark stairwells and hallways. Adding a nightlight to the bathroom is very inexpensive but can help ensure your relative doesn’t fall during those midnight trips to the restroom.

Worried about a family member who lives alone? Trust Visiting Angels to care for your loved one. The elder care company will make sure your relative receives the senior care services he or she needs to continue to live independently. Call them at (330) 723-0300 to find out how they can help you, visit them online, or keep up with the latest updates on their Facebook page.