subject: Age Proof Your Home [print this page] Getting older does not have to mean losing your independence, there are plenty of ways to prepare your home for inevitable old age. Forget feeling trapped in your recliner or wishing to re-join the outside world, with the latest technology you can keep living your life with all of the energy and gusto that you have now. If you want to get a head start on creating a home fit for your needs, here are our top tips to age proofing your property.
Stairlifts are a great way to build an easy to use bridge between the floors in your home, especially if stairs are becoming a struggle. Stairlifts can easily be installed in most homes, enabling those limited by mobility problems to get around with ease. Many modern stairlifts are designed to fit curved and straight stairs, plus the remote control device ensures that you can access the stairlift from the top or bottom of the stairs. If you have pets or children running around the house, the motion sensor technology is designed to stop the stairlift if they happen to run in front of it when in use. Even if you use your stairlift to transport goods up and down stairs, you will soon wonder how you have been without one for as long as you have!
Mobility scooters are a fantastic choice for those that want to still get out and about even when their bodies are starting to let them down. If you find yourself out of breath after a walk to the shops or have been left with mobility issues thanks to illness, a scooter is a worthwhile investment. There are plenty of schemes that offer mobility scooter rental for a low cost however if you want to buy your own you can find high quality models that are ready and waiting to take you back into the world.
Bathrooms can often prove to be a tricky place to manoeuvre as you get older, as tasks which once seemed simple such as getting in and out of the bath turn into chores. One of the easiest ways to retain your independence is by installing hand rails around the bathroom to offer a helping hand when you need to get in and out. Those with a shower can also take advantage of chairs which are designed to fit within the cubicle, allowing you to enjoy a hot shower without worrying about slipping.
