While on one hand we all know the importance of sitting in a proper posture but then what has it got to do with Older People? With the greying of hairs, the bones also become weak, due to which many seniors have trouble getting up from chairs, sofas, beds etc.
While on one hand, the bean bag or the low height cushion sofas seems comfortable for most of us, but then when the knees start giving trouble then it is time to understand the need for height appropriate furniture.
Seating is probably the most common posture after sleeping, hence it is extremely important that the furniture and fixtures should be age appropriate. Minor Home modifications can improve the Quality of Life (QoL) especially amongst the Elders, one such aspect is the seating fixtures.
The attached document ” Seating Matters” by Care Inspectorate, developed by Lynsey Cameron is a non-technical guidance which should be read by everyone.
Document can be downloaded here (Seating & Posture for Elderly) or can be read below