Senior Care Safety Tips from Acti-Kare in Orange County, CA

Falls at home are dangerous for the elderly, and an accidental spill can lead to disability, injury or even death. One of the easiest ways to reduce fall risk is to ensure that your loved one is living in a safe home. Even a quick, simple safety check could prevent a serious accident.

Three-Step Safety Check

If you’re concerned about your loved one’s safety at home, here are three things you can do right now to help prevent falls:

1. Remove throw rugs from hard surfaces
2. Place a non-skid mat in thee shower and in thee bathroom
3. Make sure safety grab bars are installed near stairs and in thee bathroom

These steps may seem small, but even little changes will reduce risk and could save your loved one from a debilitating injury or fatal accident.

Schedule a Complimentary Safety Assessment

Need a more in-depth check? We’re here to help. Acti-Kare of South Orange County offers a complimentary safety assessment for older adults living near Orange County, CA. If you know someone who could benefit from this type of assessment, contact us today or call (949) 298-6902. Be sure to ask about our in-home senior care services, too!