Half of all falls happen at home, and many occur when older people are doing everyday activities — reaching for objects overhead, climbing on a stepstool or walking down the stairs.
The reasons for falls are varied: poor eyesight, weakened muscles or dizziness from medication. For many reasons, seniors often aren’t as steady on their feet and lose their balance.
What can you do to prevent falls? Carefully inspect your house — inside and out — and consider making these changes that will increase the safety of the home.
All rooms
Stairs
Kitchen
Bathroom
Exterior
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