Fall Prevention Safety Cards (PDF)

A Fire and Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults
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Exercise
regularly.  
Exercise regularly to build strength
and improve your balance and
coordination. Ask your doctor about
the best physical exercise for you.
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Take your time.  
Get out of chairs slowly. Sit a moment
before you get out of your bed. Stand
and get your balance before you
walk. Be aware of your surroundings.
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Keep stairs 
and walking 
areas clear.  
Keep stairs and walking areas free
of electrical cords, shoes, clothing,
books, magazines, and other
treasures.
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Improve the
lighting in and
outside 
your home.  
Use nightlights or a flashlight to light
the path between your bedroom and
the bathroom. Turn on the lights before
using the stairs. See an eye specialist
once a year—better vision can help
prevent falls. 
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Use non-slip mats.   
Use non-slip mats in the bathtub and
on shower floors. Have grab bars
installed on the wall next to the
bathtub, shower, and toilet. Wipe 
up spilled liquids immediately.
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Be aware of 
uneven surfaces.  
Be aware of uneven surfaces indoors
and outdoors. Use only throw rugs
that have rubber, non-skid backing.
Consider placing non-skid rug pads
under rugs. Always smooth out
wrinkles and folds in carpeting. 
Be aware of uneven sidewalks and
pavement outdoors. Ask a family
member or friend to clear ice 
and snow from outside stairs and
walkways and always use hand 
rails if available. Step carefully.
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Stairways 
should be 
well lit.  
Stairways should be well lit from
both the top and the bottom.
Have easy-to-grip handrails
installed along the full length of
both sides of the stairs.
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Wear sturdy, 
well fitting shoes.  
Wear sturdy, well-fitting, 
low-heeled shoes with non-slip 
soles. These are safer than high
heels, thick-soled athletic shoes,
slippers, or stocking feet. 
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