Home Safety Technologies

Staying Independent – Home Safety Technologies

?Question:?I really enjoy living in my home but lately I’ve been feeling afraid at?night. ?Do you know how I can feel safe without having to move out of my home?

?Answer:?Continuing to live in your home or “aging in place,” is what many people strive to do. Unfortunately, our bodies tend to slow down and not work as well as they used to, and our minds may not be as sharp as they once were. These facts of nature can cause fear and uncertainty as we grow older.?Fortunately, there are several options which allow you to stay in your own home.?If your fears are because you may fall or suddenly become ill in the middle of the night, you may want to consider an emergency response system such as Comfort Keepers Safety Choice. ?This technology allows you to access emergency help when you need it and can cost as little as $1 a day. ?A small transmitter is worn on a wristband or as a pendant.?The transmitter should stay with you at all times - you can even wear it in the shower! ?Once the button is pressed, an operator responds to your call immediately.?Automatic fall detection pendants are also available. Help is available 24 hours a day.

?Sometimes our fears are due to loneliness which can make us feel vulnerable, especially at night.?If this sounds familiar to you, consider having a companion stay with you. ?Just having another person in the house can bring a great deal of comfort and allow you to sleep better.?These services are designed to allow you to live independently and remain in the comfort of your own home.

Mark Sheets, Greater Richmond Area Comfort Keepers owner.?For more information go to www.comfortkeepers.com/richmondwest-va or

call 804-750-1123.