Senior Care in Lane County

Home Safety Tips for Seniors

At Visiting Angels^® Eugene, we offer customized senior care for Lane County area seniors. Our service includes in-home assistance, friendly companionship, and advice on building a safer home for your loved one. To reduce fall hazards around their living space, here are some recommended home modifications. 

With so many falls happening in the bathroom, we'll start with this area. The shower or bath can be a very dangerous place for seniors, especially those with mobility issues. We strongly encourage you to add grab bars in the bathing area. This can give your loved one a source of stability while entering and exiting the wet surface. Also, be sure to purchase some non-slip mats, as these can make it much easier to step safely out of the tub or shower. 

For kitchen safety, be sure to organize essentials at a comfortable height for your loved one. Bending too low or reaching too high can cause muscle strains and lead to falls, so it's important to find that happy medium. 

To improve the safety of their bedroom, living room, and other often-used areas, make sure to remove as much clutter as possible. A minimalist furnishing strategy is a good idea. Keep large open spaces for them to walk, free from loose rugs, excess furniture, or anything else they may trip over. 

Your primary goals should be to reduce fall hazards and make it easy for them to reach daily essentials. Falls can happen anywhere in the home, even for seniors without major physical limitations. It is important to recognize this risk and do all that you can to build a safer, easier home life. 

Our Senior Care Options in Lane County

The most effective way to improve home safety for your loved one, is to secure our in-home senior care. Our service includes full-time, part-time, and 24/7 care. Our goal is to ease the burden on family care providers and keep your elderly loved one safe, happy, and living in their own home. Some of our customized support may include:

• Medication reminders
• Bathing and grooming aid
• Fall prevention
• Transportation
• Healthy meal planning
• Exercise routines
• Basic chores and errands
• And much more!

Compassionate Senior Care For Your Family

We are eager to work with your family to develop the best plan to keep your loved one safe and secure in their own home. Our service area includes:

• Lane County
• Eugene
• Springfield
• and the surrounding areas

To get started with an initial care consultation and learn more about our senior care options in Lane County, contact Visiting Angels Eugene today.