Home Safety Checklist for Seniors
Floors
Make sure walkways between rooms are free of obstacles
Remove rugs or use double sided tape / anti-slip support
Store loose items such as books, shoes and boxes housing
Secure loose telephone and electrical lines Stairs
Remove loose items "stored" on stairs
Repair uneven or broken steps
Replace / install adequate lighting, if necessary, with switch up and down the stairs
Make sure carpet is securely fastened, maintenance and repairRips
Fix loose handrails and installing a second handrail, if not present
Paint top of the stairs a contrasting color kitchen
Move frequently used items to lower shelves () at waist height
Use) to keep stable Tritthocker (with cash when it is necessary to reach rise to higher shelves bathroom
Remove rugs or use double sided tape / anti-slip support
Install anti-slip applications on the floor of the shower
Install grab bars in shower and next to the toilet
SecureHeavy duty towel bar with large anchor bolts
Store items such as bathing soap and shampoo within easy reach (waist)
Equip with elevated toilet seat and / or grab bars
Consider upgrading to a walk in the bath tub Bedroom
Place lamp in the near bed
Use the night light field between the bed and bath lighting General Guidelines
Exercise regularly to the best of your abilities
Make sure you know your doctor or pharmacistMedications you are taking
Get your eyes checked every year
Get slowly after sitting or lying down
Wear shoes comes with a good, not slippers, both inside and outside the home
Add lights to dark spots, inside and outside the home
List of emergency numbers in large type near telephones
Imagine an emergency signal device device
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