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4 Easy Ways to Prevent Falls in the Bedroom

Holly Honeycutt

By Holly Honeycutt
Updated August 19, 2022

For many, the bedroom is the place to go for privacy, healing and relaxation. As our needs change, the bedroom should still be able to be our worry-free space. With an accessible design plan, your bedroom will always be your personal sanctuary. Here are some ways to make your bedroom safer.

Flooring

A bedroom with brown wood flooring and a bed with gray and pink linens.

First, we’ll start with the floor. Remove throw rugs because they can be a tripping hazard. You can also opt for ADA-compliant flooring that’s slip-resistant. There are many styles and colors from which to choose.

If needed, keep at least one side of the room open for maneuvering assistive devices.

Beds and Mattresses

A bedroom with blue walls, a bed with gray and pink linens, and a black bed rail next to it.

As for the bed frame and mattress, the height should be suited for someone’s personal abilities. A person using a walker might be OK with a taller bed height, but someone who uses a wheelchair may have an easier time with a lower bed height of about 17 to 21 inches from the floor.

To make getting in and out of bed a little easier, add a bed rail that slides right under the mattress.

Lighting

A bedroom with blue walls, gray linens on a bed and two lamps sitting on brown end tables.

Proper lighting is essential. It’s best to have a lamp that operates by touch, or with a smartphone or tablet, within easy reach of the bed. Also, remember to keep electrical cords tucked away.

A common tripping hazard is a threshold between two uneven floors. The problem can be solved with a rubber ramp that lays in place, creating an even surface.

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