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Easy Home Modifications

One day, Bob and his caregiver have decided that the time has arrived to make some changes to Bob's home. The goal is to make the home more convenient for Bob who is an older adult.

Caregiver "Bob, I know that you have had quite a few falls in the past month. Some of them occurred in your own home. What about if we did some home modifications to prevent those falls?"

Bob "Sounds good but what exactly should we do?

Caregiver "Well, let's have a look around the house. I have noticed that you have no grab bars in the shower. Also, some of the rugs are worn down which can cause falls."

Bob "Is this enough?"

Caregiver "It is a good start, let's go and prepare a complete plan for home modification."

Modifications to the home environment can be a key factor in increasing the likelihood of older person remaining independent and injury-free in their homes. On the following pages you will learn how to remove barriers and safety hazards in homes of older adults. Such home modifications will help to reduce the stresses associated with reduction in physical capabilities as people age.