Assisted Home Care in Portsmouth

Our Tips For Senior Safety

Home safety is an underrated topic, especially as our loved ones age. At Visiting Angels^® Norfolk, Portsmouth and Suffolk, we know firsthand how important it is to make safety a priority. With assisted home care services, we reduce many of the challenging tasks that our clients deal with, so they can always age in place on their terms. 

In addition to professional support, your family can always take precautions to prioritize accessibility around the house. Let's see what that looks like. 

3 Ways To Improve Home Safety in Portsmouth 

Falls and similar household accidents are more commonplace for older family members—and the injuries and other health consequences can be distressing. Small and large safety measures can reduce the potential for these types of problems. Here's a few steps you can take: 

• Keep clear routes throughout the home. Some areas of the home might be a tight squeeze due to furniture, clutter, or other features. Try to keep pathways throughout the house as clear as possible. That might mean removing clunky furniture. Make sure there's minimal clutter on the ground, including wires. You never want your family member to struggle when simply walking through the house. 
• Make sure things are within reach. Cabinets and other shelving can become increasingly difficult to reach for, especially for seniors. Make sure that items are always easy to grab for your loved one. You may have to clear out other, unused items, or think about creative storage solutions like pull-out cabinets. A Lazy Susan on the counter or within a cabinet can also make it easier to navigate these areas. 
• Decide whether it's time for more help. If your loved one is having problems with mobility, it may be worthwhile to have a conversation about assisted home care in Portsmouth. This can remove more difficult tasks altogether, like light housekeeping, grocery shopping, or cooking. It also means having a helping hand for sensitive but precarious tasks like bathing and toileting.  

Assisted Home Care From A Dedicated Caregiver 

With our agency, you can always schedule assisted home care services when you need them. We match clients with a dedicated caregiver who can help with wide-ranging tasks. If your loved one's condition ever shifts, having that continuity of care can be tremendously important. We make it easier for seniors to thrive at home in: 

• Portsmouth
• Fleet
• Norfolk
• Suffolk
• Naval Base
• And throughout the surrounding area

Get started with assisted home care services for your loved one. Just contact Visiting Angels Norfolk, Portsmouth and Suffolk to set up an initial meeting.