The older we get, the more prone be become to accidents. We lose our sense of balance. Our muscle mass dwindles and our joints become painful. Despite all of these, it is hard to give up complete independence by allowing someone else to look after all of our needs. Most seniors still prefer taking care of themselves. The best that loved ones can do for them is to provide aids for daily living. By giving them the means to avoid problems and live well, they can have a good quality of life well into their twilight years.
Non-slip Mats
Some parts of the house tend to get wet due to their proximity to water sources. For example, the front of the kitchen sink, the door of the bathroom, and the main entrance. People of all ages can slip and fall when they step onto these wet spots. Non-slip mats can help avoid accidents thanks to their strong grip underneath. The rubber backing keeps them in place no matter how many people pass through. The top surface also absorbs water and removes dirt from shoes. They serve as visual cues as well to be more careful.
Shower Seats
Shower seats allow people to get into a more comfortable position while they take a bath. Their center of gravity gets lower so they are unlikely to get toppled of. This prevents slips and falls on hard tile. They can go about their businesses without worries as long as the seat remains sturdy. Make sure that you get a durable shower seat. You can get these at a cheap price but the quality may not be that good. You can also purchase premium options or have them custom built into the shower stall.
Walking Frames
Those who have mobility issues such as aching knees and hips may benefit from a walking frame as they can still walk unassisted. This is better than a wheelchair as people are able to go about upright on their own two feet. The frames effectively multiply their lower limbs to provide much needed balance. Some even have wheels underneath to make the weight of the frame a non-issue. They can take it wherever they want to go.
Low Bed Frames
The lower the frame, the easier it is to get in and out of bed. It also reduces the risk of injury in case a person falls of the bed in his sleep. A fall from around 2ft might not seem that bad for most but the elderly have brittle bones. Anything that can be done to lower the bed height is welcome.
Aids for daily living keep the elderly safe.
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