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Fall Prevention
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From Our Blog
Have you checked your home for safety hazards that increase your risk for falls? A thorough home evaluation is a great way to prevent senior falls and serious injury. Any items checked “no” are potential hazards that require attention. As an example: below ask yourself the following questions and answer yes or no, if you have one no, then you have some work to do in order to prevent a fall.
EXTERIOR INSPECTION:
1. Are step surfaces non-slip?
2. Are step edges visually marked to avoid tripping?
3. Are steps even and in good repair ?
4. Are stairway handrails present?
5. Are handrails securely fastened to fittings?
6. Are walking paths covered with a non-slip surface and free of objects that might be tripped over?
7. Are walking paths clear, safe and even with no holes in the concrete?
8. Is sufficient lighting available to provide safe ambulation at night?
9. Are leaves and snow cleared away?
10. Are tools and yard equipment safely and securely stored?
For more informtion and/or a FREE assessment, please contact:
Family inHome Caregiving, Inc.
26382 Carmel Rancho Lane, Second Floor (near The Barnyard shopping center)
Carmel, CA 93923
P.O. Box 221457
Carmel, CA 93922
PHONE: (831) 275-0103
FAX: (831) 250-6373
E-mail us: rjkuehn@familyinhomecaregiving.com
