Top 5 Home Safety Tips for Seniors in Delaware: From Affordable Home Care Delaware

Safety at home is critical to aging in place comfortably. Here are five top tips from our team at Affordable Home Care Delaware:

1. Remove tripping hazards: clear walkways, secure rugs, reduce clutter, and ensure adequate lighting (especially in hallways and stairwells).

2. Install grab-bars and non-slip pads in bathrooms: bathrooms are high-risk zones for falls; simple adaptations can significantly reduce risk.

3. Ensure easy access to emergency contacts and medication lists: place a visible list by the phone or fridge, and consider wearing a medical alert device if mobility is limited.

4. Regularly review and test smoke/carbon-monoxide alarms, and ensure clear exit paths in case of fire or other emergencies.

5. Prepare for weather-related risks: Delaware can experience heavy storms, power outages, or heat/cold extremes—have backup lighting, ensure temperature regulation and plan for transportation in case of service interruptions.

At Affordable Home Care Delaware, our caregivers are trained to observe home-safety hazards and proactively discuss safety checks and modifications with clients and families. If you’d like a free home safety walkthrough, let us know—we’d be glad to schedule it.