Multi-generational homes are becomming more and more common these days. Children taking care of elderly parents or grandparents. Babies coming into this world that need taking care of. Or, adults pulling double duty as parents and care-givers at the same time. Safety for children and elders can be a concern. B to E Safety can help .
Babies can start to become mobile around 6 months old. It may take the form of stomach scooting or rolling, which leads to crawling, but once the mobility starts, it never stops, so be ready…
Babies can start practicing their climbing skills around 8 months old, BUT once they become toddlers, their curiosity knows no bounds and they may have no fear. Make sure you are ready…
Elder care can be challenging. They are adults and should “know” what’s good for them. However, some elders come with their own set of physical and mental issues. Make sure you space is ready for them.
Let’s face it, babies are cute. They coo and giggle. They smile and they wiggle, at least in the beginning anyway. But, at roughly 6 moths old, they start to become mobile. It may start with rolling or stomach scooting but those actions will progress to crawling and walking.
We celebrate the milestones our babies achieve. We clap and cheer and we encourage them to do more. We take pictures and tell our friends and family. Let’s face it…we BRAG!
So, the last thing anyone wants is for any baby to get hurt. The thing is, babies don’t know that chubby fingers in floor vents can get stuck or cut. Babies don’t know not to lick electrical outlets or pull cords on window blinds or curtains. Safety becomes a concern when babies become mobile.
Toddlers can be an exciting mixture of mobility, curiosity, and fearlessness. As parents, we tend to encourage their curosity and we delight at the wonder they find in every day items and situations.
However, this mixture of mobility, curiosity and fearlessness can also lead them to explore things they are not quite ready for. You might not want to find your toddler halfway up the stairs and running out of steam, because they were following the cat. Or you don’t want to find them, unbeknownest to you, in the backyard chasing a colorful bird.
Toddlers can be stealthy and inquistive, and they don’t always know to tell you what wonderous thing they are seeing or going after. At this stage of their lives, a little extra safety can go a long way towards their well being and your peace of mind.
Elder care can be complicated because there is more than one reason to need it. There may be physical issues like lack of mobility or metal issues like memory loss, dementia or depression. The list goes on and on.
The problem is that we see them as adults so we tend to think they don’t need too much care other then a simple reminder of something every once and a while. That may not be the case.
For every reason an elder needs care, there is a different set of safety issues. Mobility isuues may require you to take a look at your area rugs and runners. Dementia may require verbal ques, reminders, and routines. Depression requires a whole set of other things altogether. It can be challenging to keep an elder safe.
We here at B TO E Safety, LLC are here to help you keep your family safe for all generations. Obviously, no one can prevent every accident or bad situation, but we can help you lower the risk. We don’t sell any physical products. We simply consult, advise, and make recomendations.
Once you make an appointment, one of our experienced consultants will meet with you, ask some questions and survey your interior space. They will make notes and possibily take a measurement or two if needed.
Once back at the office, a comprhensive report and plan of action will be drawn up and sent to you. If necessary, we can schedule a follow up phone or Zoom call to answer any questions you may have.
All of our consultants have extensive experience with child care, elder care or both and they will be more than happy to pass on their insights and knowledge to you. Our fees do vary and are based solely on the size of your living space.
When you first contact us, let us know if you are essential personel so we may apply your discount!