When it comes to home safety, the bathroom is often the first place we look to make improvements. It is a space characterized by slick surfaces, moisture, and tight quarters: a combination that naturally increases the risk of slips and falls. For many seniors,...
Stairs are often the most daunting part of a home for anyone concerned about mobility. Whether you are a senior looking to age in place or a caregiver helping a loved one stay independent, the staircase is frequently viewed as a "danger zone." However, most...
Most of us don’t give our stairs a second thought. They are just a functional part of the house, a way to get from the kitchen to the bedroom. But when you start looking at home safety through a preventative lens, the staircase suddenly looks a bit different. It’s one...
Maintaining independence is a priority for almost everyone as they age. There is a specific kind of comfort that comes from being in your own home: the familiar creak of the floorboards, the way the light hits the kitchen table in the morning, and the memories stored...
Most people think of their home as a sanctuary: a place of comfort and safety. However, as we age or recover from an injury, the very layout we’ve lived in for decades can begin to present hidden challenges. Statistics show that the majority of falls for older adults...
Stairs are often the most daunting part of a home as we get older or deal with mobility challenges. They represent independence: the ability to access the second floor or the basement: but they also represent a significant risk. Statistically, the staircase is the...
