10 Tips for a Safer Home
- Maintain adequate lighting throughout the house. Use nightlights as needed.
- Secure electrical, phone and extension cords under furniture or out of the way.
- Use only rugs with slip resistant backing.
- Remove glass top tables from walking areas.
- Pre-program important numbers into the telephone for easy access.
- Control clutter and remove furniture and objects not being used.
- Place flashlights throughout the house in case of power outage.
- Keep medication in one central location that is easily accessible.
- Develop a plan for emergency exit.
- Prepare a bag with a listing of emergency contact information, medications, health care providers and health history incase of medical emergency. Keep the bag near the telephone or the door.
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