Home Safety Check for Seniors

Walk through your home room by room. Answer each question, then get a personalized safety report with exactly what to fix.

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Bathroom

The #1 room for senior falls. Wet surfaces + hard floors = highest risk.

Are there grab bars next to the toilet?

Are there grab bars in the shower or bathtub?

Is there a non-slip mat or adhesive strips in the shower/tub?

Is there a nightlight in or near the bathroom?

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Kitchen

Reaching, bending, and hot surfaces make the kitchen the #2 injury room.

Are the items you use daily within easy reach (no step stool needed)?

Are there non-slip mats in front of the sink and stove?

Is there a fire extinguisher you can reach easily?

Do you have a way to remember to turn off the stove (timer, auto-shutoff, or habit)?

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Bedroom

Nighttime trips and getting out of bed are when most home falls happen.

Is there a clear, uncluttered path from bed to bathroom?

Can you turn on a light from bed without getting up?

Are all cords and cables away from walking paths?

Is a phone or medical alert device within reach from the bed?

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Stairs & Hallways

Stairs cause the most serious fall injuries. One handrail isn’t enough.

Do all stairways have sturdy handrails on both sides?

Are stairs well-lit from top to bottom?

Are all rugs secured with non-slip backing (or removed)?

Are hallways and walkways clear of clutter and furniture?

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Living Areas

Where you spend the most time. Furniture layout and flooring matter.

Is furniture arranged to allow wide, clear walking paths?

Are your main chairs easy to get in and out of (firm, with armrests)?

Are electrical cords and phone chargers out of walking paths?

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Lighting

Over 50% of senior falls at home happen at night. Good lighting is your first defense.

Are all rooms and hallways well-lit with no dark corners?

Do you have nightlights in the bathroom, hallway, and bedroom?

Are outdoor walkways, porches, and entry areas well-lit?

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General Safety

Smoke detectors, emergency access, and daily habits that save lives.

Do you have working smoke detectors on every floor?

Do you have a carbon monoxide detector?

Could you call for help if you fell and couldn’t get up?

Do you wear non-slip footwear inside the house?

Is an emergency contact list posted where you can see it?

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Why a Home Safety Check Matters

Every year, 3 million older adults are treated in emergency rooms for fall injuries. One in five falls causes a serious injury like a broken hip or head trauma. But here’s the good news: most falls are preventable.

Simple changes — a $5 grab bar, a $10 nightlight, removing a loose rug — can dramatically reduce your risk. This room-by-room check is based on guidelines from the CDC, the National Council on Aging, and occupational therapy research.

Who should take this check?

  • Anyone 65 or older living at home
  • Adult children checking on a parent’s home
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past year or worries about falling
  • Families planning for aging in place

Disclaimer: This assessment is for educational purposes and does not replace a professional home safety evaluation by an occupational therapist. If you or a loved one has fallen or has mobility concerns, consult a healthcare provider for a personalized assessment.