Home Safety
Footwear & Clothing
Lighting & Visibility
Equipment & Aids
Personal Habits & HEalth
100
Install these in tubs and showers to prevent slipping.
What are grab bars?
100
Avoid wearing these types of shoes indoors, especially on tile or wood floors.
What are slippers without grips/flip-flops?
100
Always turn these on when walking through dark areas.
What are lights?
100
This device helps people with balance issues walk more safely.
What is a cane or walker?
100
Standing up too quickly can cause this, leading to falls.
What is dizziness or lightheadedness?
200
You should always do this to spilled liquids right away.
What is clean them up?
200
Pants that are too long or loose can increase your risk of this.
What is tripping?
200
These motion-activated devices can be placed in hallways or bathrooms to improve nighttime safety.
What are night lights/motion sensor lights?
200
Raised versions of this bathroom fixture make it easier to use and reduce fall risk.
What is a toilet? 
200
This essential habit keeps muscles strong and improves balance.
What is exercise?
300
These common floor decorations should be secured or removed to prevent tripping.
What are throw rugs?
300
These should always fit properly and have non-skid soles.
What are shoes?
300
Replace bulbs that are this to improve overall visibility.
What is burned out/dim?
300
This type of chair provides more stability than a soft or low couch.
What is a sturdy chair with arms? 
300
Having this checked regularly can help prevent vision-related falls.
What is your eyesight?
400
Stairways should always have this on at least one side.
What is a handrail?
400
Wearing this instead of socks alone can prevent slips on smooth floors.
What are non-slip socks or shoes?
400
This type of lighting reduces shadows and helps see obstacles more clearly.
What is bright/ambient lighting?
400
A transfer bench or this item makes it easier and safer to bathe.
What is a shower chair? 
400
Dehydration and side effects from these can increase fall risk.
What are medications?
500
Rearranging furniture can help create this, which reduces fall risk.
What is a clear walking path?
500
Footwear with this kind of sole provides better traction.
What is a rubber sole?
500
Keep these near your bed to help prevent nighttime falls.
What are flashlights or bedside lamps?
500
These assistive tools should be properly fitted by a professional to ensure safety.
What are assistive devices? 
500
This test, often done by physical therapists, checks your fall risk level.
What is a fall risk assessment?