{"id":21255,"date":"2026-09-01T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senior-world.es\/?p=21255"},"modified":"2026-08-04T17:21:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T17:21:30","slug":"preventing-falls-at-home-a-room-by-room-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senior-world.es\/en\/preventing-falls-at-home-a-room-by-room-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing Falls at Home: A Room-by-Room Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most falls among older people happen not in the street but at home, and almost always through a combination of small details: a loose rug, poor lighting, a cable, slippers with no grip. The upside is that nearly all of those details can be fixed in an afternoon and without spending much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entrance and hallways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remove <strong>loose rugs<\/strong> or fix them down with anti-slip tape.<\/li><li>Keep hallways <strong>clear of cables<\/strong> and low furniture.<\/li><li>Fit <strong>motion-sensor lights<\/strong>: they are cheap and stop anyone walking in the dark.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bedroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A switch or lamp <strong>within reach<\/strong> from the bed.<\/li><li>A suitable bed height: sitting on the edge, the feet should rest flat on the floor.<\/li><li>No obstacles on the route to the bathroom.<\/li><li>If there are frequent night-time trips, consider a <strong>commode<\/strong> beside the bed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bathroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the highest-risk area: a shower stool or chair, properly fixed grab rails, a non-slip mat and, if the toilet is low, a raised seat. You can see the options in <a href=\"https:\/\/senior-world.es\/en\/categoria-producto\/bathroom-aids\/\">bathroom aids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kitchen and living room<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Everyday items <strong>between waist and shoulder height<\/strong>: no climbing on chairs or stools.<\/li><li>Clean up spills immediately.<\/li><li>Armchairs with <strong>firm armrests<\/strong>, which act as a support point when standing up.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Handrails on both sides<\/strong> where possible.<\/li><li>Enough light at the top and bottom, with a switch at each end.<\/li><li>Mark the edge of the first and last step with a contrasting strip.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is not the house<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two personal factors matter as much as the home. First, <strong>footwear<\/strong>: backless slippers or worn soles are a common cause of falls; closed shoes with non-slip soles are better. Second, <strong>medication<\/strong>: some drugs cause dizziness or drops in blood pressure, and this is worth reviewing with a doctor, especially after any recent change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And if there has already been a fall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A previous fall is the best predictor of the next one. If it has already happened, it is worth going through the home thoroughly and considering whether a walking aid is needed, such as a <a href=\"https:\/\/senior-world.es\/en\/categoria-producto\/mobility-aids\/rollators\/\">rollator or walking frame<\/a>. Fear of falling makes people move less, lose strength and, paradoxically, become more likely to fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This article is for general guidance. For questions about a specific person, speak to their doctor or physiotherapist.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want a hand deciding? <strong>Senior World<\/strong> has been based in Fuengirola since 2008 and covers the whole Costa del Sol. 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