Aging in Place: Tips to Identify Safety Problems

When evaluating whether your aging parent’s home is safe for their evolving needs, perhaps the first thing to do is find problems, rather than solutions.

That’s what Dynamic Living, Inc., suggests anyway. They’re a company that sells products for independent living. Instead of compiling a checklist of things to make sure your parents have, they’ve come up with a questionnaire to help you find problems first. They explain:

The idea is to be proactive rather than waiting to react when life throws you a curveball, like a fall, a sudden illness or the need for a mobility device.

You can download the lists here. And here’s our article about “Making Your Home Your Partner as You Age.”

If you have any questions about this post or need help finding senior-care options for a loved one, call 1-866-483-4896 to speak with a care advisor in your area.