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Seniors are prone to spending a significant amount of time in the comfort of their own homes, which should be safe and comfortable places to navigate. Unfortunately, there are often many hazards or inconveniences that can affect an individual’s quality of life and safety. If you want to make your home more senior-friendly, there are a few steps to consider taking.

Slip-Resistant Floors

Seniors are often at risk of falling due to slipping on smooth floors. If you want to improve the traction when you walk, then installing slip-resistant floors will allow seniors to get around easily with the use of walkers or canes. Linoleum flooring is an excellent option that is installed directly over subflooring or wood underlayment, which makes it ideal for wheelchairs. Cork is also smooth enough for wheelchairs, and it won’t catch feet compared to carpet.

Clear the Clutter

It can be easy for seniors to accumulate too many items over the years, which can limit the amount of space that is available in each room. In some cases, they may have difficulty finding what they need or caring for themselves properly if too much clutter is present. Although seniors may not want to part ways with their personal belongings, these items can be taken off-site to a self-storage facility to ensure they can still have access to everything in the future. A self-storage facility is perfect for infrequently used items that you still want to keep, for seasonal items, or just for things you need to get out of the way quickly and decide what to do with them later.

Revise the Bathroom

Make the bathroom a safer place for seniors to use by installing a grab bar in the shower or a step-in shower that is safer for them to get into compared to a bath. Grab bars can also be added by the toilet as they get up and down each day. Handheld showerheads are also useful for someone who has limited mobility. Additionally, single-handled faucets can prevent scalding at the sink.

Knowing the right modifications to make in the home of a senior can offer you and your loved one peace of mind. Providing safety and security at home will make everyone feel better. Many adjustments are useful and can create a functional environment for them to live normally each day.

Besides these changes, there are other steps you can take to make sure your senior is safe and receives the best care. With services like Telehealth monitoring, physical therapy, and more, Welcome Homecare is the perfect partner to help care for your loved ones.