After a Fall: Making the Home Safer
If someone is hurt or can’t get up, call for emergency help first. Once they are safe, ask their doctor for a check-up and a home safety review before buying anything.
In the first days
- See a doctor, even if nothing seems broken.
- Ask about a home safety visit by an occupational therapist.
- Clear walkways, add night lights, and move often-used things within reach.
Changes that often follow
- Grab bars by the toilet and in the shower
- A medical alert system for anyone who lives alone
- A walk-in shower in place of a tub
- A stair lift if stairs were part of the fall
Who pays
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Not medical or insurance advice. Prices change; get written quotes, and check coverage with Medicare or your plan.