Home Safety & Fall Prevention

Room-by-room checklist. Mark Yes / No / Fix. Bring this on your next visit.

Home / parent

Date / visited by

Bathroom

Grab bars by toilet and in/near shower or tub (not towel bars) Non-slip mat or strips in shower/tub Shower seat or transfer bench available Toilet easy to sit/stand (height or arms) Bright light + nightlight Clear floor — no loose rugs or clutter

Night path (bed → bathroom)

Lit, clear path from bed to bathroom Bed height easy to get in/out Phone or alert device reachable from bed

Stairs, living areas, kitchen

Sturdy handrails on both sides of stairs (where possible) Good lighting on stairs and hallways Cords and throw rugs secured or removed Frequently used items within easy reach (no step stools) Smoke / CO detectors tested

Top 3 fixes this visit

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