"Don't Trip"
You wear these to avoid falls in the home?*
What are Shoes
This device assists users and provides the needed support when entering or exiting a shower, tub, and the toilet.
What is Grab bars.
The name of a walking stick that helps with mobility, can be 4 prong or single prong.
What is a Cane
This device provides medical home emergency response, it is usually worn around your neck.
What is Life Alert.
Don't bend down and pick up things off the ground, instead use this device?
What is a Grabber
These furry friends can get tangled up in your feet and cause a fall?
What are Small Animals.
RING, RING! I'm calling, but if you are too far away and try to answer me quickly, can lead to a fall.
What is a Phone
This device gives support and maintains balance when walking.
What is a walker.
Oh, NO! I have fallen what should I use for support to get back up?
What is something sturdy. Examples: counter, couch, recliner
We should always sit up, stretch, and move our arms and legs before doing this?
What is getting out of Bed.
Removing any one of these hazards would create a safe environment for you to walk through?
What is Clutter-free environment, clear pathways, electrical cords, shoes, Boxes
Where should we have non skid strips
What is the Bathtub or shower
Take a seat on this device that glides along the rails of the stairs.
What is a Stair Lift.
These smart devices have a NAME you can always yell out to call for help.*
What is Siri, Alexa, Google?
This is a great way to stay fit to keep our muscles and bones strong in order to prevent falls.*
What is Exercise walking, strengthening, stretching
WATCH out! You will want to wear these to avoid hazards when you can't see
What is Wear prescription lenses / glasses / hearing aids
These items which are commonly found in homes should be “thrown” out as they can cause falls.*
What are Throw Rugs
Wearing one of these on your hips will help prevent hip fracture if you fall.
What are Hip Protectors.
After you have fallen, where is the next place you should go?*
What is Seek medical attention.
If you take multiples of these and do not have them reviewed by a professional, you may be at a higher risk for falling.*
What is medications.