Whether you have been disabled for a long time, or you find yourself newly unable to maneuver around your home, it's important to have a home that is both safe and accessible to you. When you want to maintain as much of your independence as possible, it will be necessary to make accommodations in your home to keep you safe. Installing grab bars in door ways and getting a stair lift so that you can go safely to your second floor can make your home more livable for you. If you find yourself avoiding certain rooms because it's difficult to maneuver around, or you aren't going to your second floor because of safety concerns, it's time to make changes.
Ensure that Walking Paths are Clear
When mobility becomes a problem, it's time to ensure that all walking paths are clear. This means getting rid of throw rugs, as these often pose a tripping hazard. If it's difficult to get around your home because of the way furniture is arranged, it's helpful to get rid of unnecessary pieces of furniture and decrease clutter. The fewer tripping hazards there are in your home, the safer your home will be for you to walk around.
Invest in a Stair Lift
If you are struggling on the stairs but you have a bedroom on the second floor, you can remain more independent when you invest in a stair lift. Instead of getting your bedroom down to the first floor, a stair lift can keep you in the room that you've had for years. Stair lifts can keep both floors of your home accessible to you, even when you have mobility issues.
Use Grab Bars in Various Places
The bathroom is a common place where people with mobility issues tend to fall. Grab bars in your bathroom can make it easier for you to get in and out of the tub, get up and down off of the toilet, and otherwise maneuver in the bathroom safely. In addition, you can use grab bars throughout your home in doorways, or at the top of the stairs to give you a stable place to grab on to.
When you have mobility issues and you want to remain independent, it's time to make changes to your home. Install grab bars in areas that are difficult for you to maneuver, and consider a stair lift if you struggle with getting to the second floor of your home.
Share26 April 2017
I was always very healthy throughout my childhood, but when I became a teenager, I was diagnosed with a chronic illness. Thankfully, I had the support of my loving family to help keep me upbeat during a time that could have led to me experiencing the depression that some do after they first learn they will have an illness for life. I am very grateful for the advice I have gotten throughout my life, so I decided to create a blog where I can share all of the advice that has helped me live a happy, healthy life, despite having a chronic illness. Since I am on a medication that suppresses my immune system, I have also studied up on many other illnesses and tips for avoiding them and treating them. I plan to post health tips for people of a variety of ages and suffering with various illnesses!