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spaces. H.E. further emphasised the need of widening doorways, improving lighting, and
adding a canopy or awning at the entry of homes to provide weather protection, while

maintaining full compliance with safety standards.

H.E. Al Rumaithi said: “Care for seniors is a basic humanitarian and national value that
represents social cohesiveness and improves quality of life. It encourages the use of FDF’s
community initiatives and programs to ensure a dignified and safe life for this vital segment of

the society, as well as protect their position and promote their psychological and social health.”

Motion Sensors and Assistive Tech:

Her Excellency Wafa Mohammed Al Ali, Director of the Family Development Department at FDF,
stated that technology is no more a luxury, but rather a means to convey our love and care for

the comfort of senior citizens. H.E. stated that simple innovations can make a significant
difference in creating a safer and more independent home environment for senior citizens.

These technologies include motion sensors that automatically illuminate hallways at night, fall
or emergency alarm systems, indoor surveillance cameras that reassure family members

remotely, smart medication organisers that remind them of their medication schedules and
voice assistants that allow for easy lighting control or assistance requests.

H.E. Al Ali emphasised the need of providing a safe home environment for senior citizens,
starting with simple yet important details. H.E. highlighted the importance of sufficient lighting

in corridors and bathrooms to reduce the risk of falls, as senior citizens require clearer vision.
Proper lighting makes a significant difference to their safety. H.E. further stressed the

significance of support handles in bathrooms to assist with standing and moving, as these are
the most common sites for household accidents. Simple changes can mitigate major risks. To

avoid tripping, remove loose carpets and exposed cables, as safe flooring equals safe steps.
The layout of furniture should allow for simple movement, particularly for persons who use
assistive devices such as walkers or wheelchairs. Senior citizens can roam more freely and

safely in open settings.

Safe Homes:

H.E. Abdulrahman Al Balushi, Director of the Strategic Planning and Institutional Development
Department at FDF, discussed one of the key initiatives—the launch of the ‘Safe Home

Preparation Guide’ He noted that the initiative aims to create a home environment that is safer
and more comfortable for seniors, accommodating their health and functional needs. The guide

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