Senior Safety Tips For the Home

Grab Bars can Make Bathrooms Safer Safety and Prevention: Every year, one-third to one-half of the 65 and over population experiences a fall. Falls are a leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. In the case of falls – An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

The National Center for Prevention of Home Injury Suggests:
	Grab bars in all shower, tub and toilet areas
	Secure railings on both sides of all stairs.
	Slide-out shelves on cupboards to avoid climbing or reaching below
	Levered doorknobs and faucets
	Smooth threshold floors

What you can do easily:
	Remove area rugs
	Keep your home well lit and use night lights
	Place safety skid in all slippery areas
	Exercise to stay strong

	Call Us and Let EHLS Help You Age in Place Gracefully

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