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If your loved one wants to live independently, think about all areas of house safety from their perspective and create a safety plan that fits their requirements and limits. The following are some ideas to help!

Prevent Injuries

Remove any potential tripping hazards and rearrange furniture to make rooms more accessible. To avoid stumbling into walls or sharp corners, keep hallways adequately illuminated, especially at night. To aid balance, install safety bars along with the porch steps or in the bathroom.

Home Maintenance Management 

• In the winter, have someone check the house for electrical fire dangers and frozen pipes.
• Check the house for cleanliness regularly. If you see that a chore has become too challenging for your loved one, seek assistance.
• Check the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for functionality and replace the batteries if necessary.

Ensuring Adequate Security Measures 

• Install a security system that sounds an alarm when someone comes into the house. If your loved one is prone to wandering, look for a system that notifies you when they leave the house.
• Close the blinds or curtains at night or when the room is empty.
• Outside doors should have deadbolts installed.
• To avoid telemarketing frauds, enroll your loved one on the Do Not Call list or buy a phone with a Caller ID.

Prepare for the Unexpected

• Move your loved one’s bedroom to the first floor of the house if they have limited mobility. Ensure that all exits are conveniently accessible and accommodate any mobility devices.
• Display a list of all emergency contacts and phone numbers in a conspicuous location.
• Purchase a medical ID bracelet for your loved one to wear.
• Prepare an emergency kit in a water-resistant case in case of a natural disaster. Bottled water, prepared food, a flashlight and batteries, extra clothes, extra medication or medical devices, and copies of crucial paperwork, such as legal papers, insurance documents, and prescription and dosage lists, should all be included.
• Decide who will be accountable for assisting your loved one if an evacuation is required.

These are just a few of the many ways you can assist with the safety of your loved ones at assisted living facilities in Orlando, Florida. Once you’ve devised a strategy for keeping them secure, put it into action by delegating various chores or responsibilities to family members who reside nearby for everyone’s peace of mind.

Mmm – if there’s one thing we love about summer, it’s the opportunity for fresh and delicious food. As you plan your good eats for the season, don’t miss these helpful nutritional recommendations and healthy meal ideas to enjoy at your Orlando, Florida, assisted living facility.

Promoting Healthy Staples for Orlando Assisted Living

A few healthy substitutions can go a long way toward enhancing your nutrition when it comes to all your favorite senior-friendly summer staples. Try a few of these options:

• In your smoothie or shake, replace ice cream with low-fat yogurt and add a few teaspoons of butter made from nuts for a protein boost.
• In your baked goods, replace refined white sugar with natural alternatives, such as honey, maple syrup, or dates.
• Replace high-fructose juices and lemonades with cool glasses of water flavored with lemon, cucumber, or lavender.
• Substitute manufactured salad dressings with simple choices like olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice.

• Herbs can replace salt to improve the flavor of your food. Having a range of spices on hand helps you try out new flavor profiles to improve the overall experience while keeping the dish healthy.
• On your toast, replace the butter with fresh avocado. (For a fantastic snack, add sliced tomato and a pinch of salt and pepper.)

And these are just the start of healthy options available to you when you enjoy the services of a facility for Orlando memory care, assisted living, and independent living!

Keep Yourself Hydrated

Seniors enjoying Orlando, Florida, assisted living should take care to avoid feeling dehydrated, especially during the warmer summer months when you’re more likely to be outside sweating away important fluids. Stay hydrated by eating vegetables and fruits filled with nutrients – they’re surprisingly high in water, too! Try options such as cantaloupe, melon, and cucumbers, in addition to sipping a lot of water throughout the day.

Enjoy Natural Foods

Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of fresh seasonal fruits and veggies. Try exploring local farmers’ markets, grocers, and roadside kiosks this summer. This is the perfect opportunity to splurge on farm-fresh produce from summer squash to strawberries.

Eating well is easy at independent living facilities in Orlando, FL – and even moreso when you make your home at Westminster Towers! Contact us to learn more about pursuing a healthy, fun, active lifestyle at our independent living facility.