Accidents ranked seventh leading cause of death in the elderly. Falls are the main cause of accidents in the elderly, although not fatal, but can threaten the health and quantity of life.
There are various changes in lifestyle and environment can be created for the elderly. Adequate lighting levels are minimal glare and shadows needed for lighting a small area, the indirect lighting, to withstand direct sunlight, the surface of the blunt rather than sharp, and nightlight. A very striking colors can be used to mark the outskirts of stairs. Using the handle on the tub and toilet.
The stick is the best barrier to fall, especially the way out when a lot of danger. Loose clothing, shoes that do not fit, the open shelves, small objects, and pets create a hazard and increase the risk of dangerous. Elderly individuals will function well within a known family furniture and objects around him has not changed. When elderly enters a new environment, it should be closely monitored, often aided and encouraged to use a cane because of the potential for accidents is greater in unknown space.
Besides the elderly need a place for himself, a very special place that provides a sense of safety, comfort and privacy. These areas are important can be a house, room or part of a room. Usually filled with treasures and keepsakes throughout his life.
Meeting the needs of the elderly are grouped into several categories which are filled with good, less fulfilled, and not fulfilled. Said to be catered for when all the needs of the elderly in accordance with the theory of Abraham Masllow. Said to be less fulfilled needs if only 50% met the needs of the elderly, and is said to be fulfilled if the family did not meet the needs of the elderly, so as elderly should seek their own or to meet its own needs.
