Aging in Place Checklist
Start with the changes that prevent falls: light, rails and the bathroom. Then the way in and out of the house.
Way in
- A step-free way in, or a ramp (how long it must be)
- Handrails on both sides of outside steps
- Light over the door and along the path
Stairs
- Rails on both sides, the full length
- Light switches at the top and the bottom
- A stair lift if climbing is hard (cost)
Bathroom
Bedroom and living areas
- No loose rugs or cords on walkways
- A lamp within reach of the bed
- A medical alert button for anyone who lives alone (cost)
Hearing and safety
- A hearing check if conversations are hard to follow (hearing aid costs)
- Smoke alarms that flash as well as sound
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