Avoid falls and prevent possible accidents! Try these 15 Simple Safety Related Modifications for Elders.
- Replace cabinet knobs with pull bars.
- Replace door handles with the lever style handles.
- Change out faucets for easier grab handles.
- Elevate the toilet seat.
- Lower the level of the bed, to be only be as high as necessary.
- Install a hand held or slider shower nozzle.
- Increase bulb wattage (but do not use more than the recommended wattage)
- Night-lights, especially hallway and stairs.
- Look for lighted canes or walkers
- Safety treads for stairs
- Maintain a bulletin board with emergency contact information.
- Install a simple tub/shower chair.
- Switch out straight razors with electrical ones.
- Get rid of loose fitting shoes or slippers (keep only ones with non-slip soles)
- Replace small number phones with large, lighted phones.