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Senior Housing • November 23, 2024

Shine a light on safety to stay in your home

by Eugene "Jim" Hills

Adding motion sensing lights on an exterior wall can add to safety for homeowners.

Adequate and updated outdoor lighting is an essential part of keeping a home safe as homeowners get older.

Good lighting can help reduce fall risks, improve visibility, and add peace of mind for both seniors and their families. Here are a few lighting options to consider adding to your outdoor spaces:

Pathway lights

  • Illuminate walkways, stairs, and driveways to make navigating outside at night safer and easier.

Motion-sensing lights

  • These lights turn on automatically when someone approaches, providing instant visibility and adding an extra layer of security.

Floodlights

  • Great for lighting up larger outdoor areas, like patios and backyards, making outdoor spaces more accessible after dark.

Solar-powered lighting

  • Energy-efficient and easy to install, solar lights are a low-maintenance solution to keep outdoor areas well-lit.

Proper outdoor lighting makes a big difference in creating a safer, more comfortable environment for aging in place. 🌟

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