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Checklists

Fall-Proofing the Home for Any Season

  • Install grab bars in the bathroom – in the tub/shower and near the toilet – and check them regularly for stability.
  • Place non-slip strips or mats in the tub/shower.
  • Consider a bath bench if standing in the shower is difficult.
  • Make sure all traffic areas are well lit.
  • Secure all electrical wiring and cords and keep them out of walking paths.
  • Throw out the throw rugs.
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When in Doubt Seek a Professional Assessment

How to best serve your aging parent’s changing needs can be one of the toughest decisions you’ll have to make. If you’re having trouble figuring out what the next step should be, a geriatric care manager or care coordinator can help. They can perform a professional assessment of your parent’s or loved one’s quality of life. They can then make a recommendation that might help clarify what kind of care your parent needs now and how to plan for the future.

Cognitive/Mental Health

  • Has your parent been diagnosed with a mental or cognitive illness?
  • Are there symptoms of Alzheimer’s or other dementia or memory loss?
  • Does your loved one experience confusion or disorientation? Wander?
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