Fall Prevention Checklist For Seniors

Here’s a Fall Prevention Checklist for Seniors — a practical guide to help reduce the risk of falls at home and stay safe. This includes home safety, health & mobility, and daily habit tips. Read on to learn more.

✅ Fall Prevention Checklist for Seniors (2025)

🏠 Home Safety: Room-by-Room

🚪 Entryways & Hallways

• Ensure good lighting at all entrances

• Remove rugs or secure them with non-slip backing

• Clear pathways of cords, shoes, or clutter

• Install handrails on both sides of stairs

🛋️ Living Room

• Arrange furniture to create clear walking paths

• Use chairs and sofas with arms and firm cushions

• Keep remote controls, phones, and glasses within reach

• Use non-slip mats under rugs or remove rugs altogether

🛏️ Bedroom

• Keep a night light or motion-sensor light beside the bed

• Ensure bed height is appropriate for easy in/out access

• Place a flashlight or phone within arm’s reach

• Clear the path between bed and bathroom

🚽 Bathroom

• Install grab bars near toilet, tub, and shower

• Use a non-slip bath mat inside and outside the tub

• Add a raised toilet seat if needed

• Consider a walk-in tub or shower chair

🍽️ Kitchen

• Store frequently used items in easy-to-reach shelves

• Clean up spills immediately

• Use non-slip floor mats with beveled edges

• Avoid using step stools — use long-handled reachers instead

🧍‍♂️ Personal Health & Mobility

• Get eyes checked yearly — update glasses if needed

• Review medications with a doctor/pharmacist for side effects like dizziness

• Wear well-fitting, non-skid shoes — avoid slippers or flip-flops

• Stay physically active with balance & strength exercises (e.g., Tai Chi, walking)

• Use assistive devices if recommended (cane, walker, etc.)

• Consider a personal alert device (medical alert system)

🧠 Habits & Daily Routines

• Get up slowly from sitting or lying down to avoid dizziness

• Keep water near bed to stay hydrated

• Use light switches or voice assistants before walking in the dark

• Schedule regular check-ups for chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, blood pressure)

• Avoid rushing — take time moving between rooms or answering the door

🛡️ Optional Upgrades for Extra Safety

• Motion-sensor lights in hallways and bathrooms

• Smart home devices (Alexa, Google Home) for voice-activated help

• Stairlift or elevator for multistory homes

• Fall detection systems (Apple Watch, LifeAlert, etc.)

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