Careseekers Top Tips for In-Home

Safety

There’s no place like

home! If you or a

loved one has

decided to age in

place, remaining in

your own home can

feel more

comfortable and cost

less than relocating

to an assisted living

facility.

However, aging in place also comes with challenges, especially if you’re recovering from surgery, have limited mobility, or are simply getting less stable on your feet.

• They key is to prepare your home for your needs.

•Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to make it a safe space.

•Best of all, most of these changes are easy and inexpensive to implement.

Prepare Your Home for Your Needs

Here are our top tips

for in-home safety:Here are our top tips for in-home safety:

Remove items that may cause tripping around the house.

Rugs of all sizes can bunch up and become a hazard, so throw them away and keep your floors clutter-free.

Also, prevent slippery floor surfaces by using non-skid floor wax.

Lastly, clear your floor space by moving furniture and cords out of high-traffic areas.

Clear Your Floor Space

•There are ways to

prevent the falls and slips

that are all too common

in the bathroom.

•Use non-slip strips or

mats in your bathtub or

shower, install safety grip

bars by the tub and toilet,

and always keep your

floor clean and dry.

Prepare Your Bathroom

• As eyesight deteriorates with

age, a poorly lit home can become

a safety hazard.

•Install extra lighting around the

house, especially in stairways,

porches, and along outdoor

walkways.

•Consider setting outdoor lights

on a timer so that they switch on

automatically, and use motion-

activated nightlights inside.

Keep Your Home Well Lit

• When items are easily within your

reach, you’re much less likely to lose your

balance stretching to grab them.

•That’s why it’s important to store your

most frequently used items in handy

places. If something is not easily accessed,

keep a small step stool handy and use a

reaching device so that you don’t need to

climb for it.

•Also, place small tables around the house

especially near stairways and your front

door where you can rest items while you

get your bearings.

Store Things Within Reach

•By implementing these four

simple tips, you will transform

your home into a much safer

space.

•If you require more extensive

safety renovations, consider

bringing in an Occupational

Therapist (O.T.) or a geriatric

care manager who specializes in

home modifications.

Remember It!

• He or she will be able to

assess your home’s

challenges and put together

a plan for a repairman or

contractor to follow.

• Remember, there’s no place

like home, and there’s no

time like the present to

make it the safest space

possible for your los angeles

caregiver!