Home Safety Tips for Older Adults Infographic

Infographic showing potential changes to make a home easier and safer to live in for Older Adults.

Home Safety Tips for Older Adults Infographic
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Changes to make a home safer for older adults:

  1. install a ramp with handrails to the front door
  2. Remove area rugs and fix all carpets firmly to the floor
  3. Ensure good lighting in rooms and on stairs
  4. Install grab bars near toilets and in the tub or shower
  5. Reduce fall hazards with non-slip nonslip floors

Link to Resource:
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/aging-place/home-safety-tips-older-adultsOpen link to NICE Information Tool >
Topic: 
Physical Health
Location: 
Not Location Specific
Source: 
nia.nih.gov

Changes to make a home safer for older adults:

  1. install a ramp with handrails to the front door
  2. Remove area rugs and fix all carpets firmly to the floor
  3. Ensure good lighting in rooms and on stairs
  4. Install grab bars near toilets and in the tub or shower
  5. Reduce fall hazards with non-slip nonslip floors

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