Fall-Proofing Your Home: A Room-by-Room Checklist
Simple changes at home can help reduce the risk of falls. Use this room-by-room checklist to spot hazards and make your home safer.
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Preventing falls, aging in place, spotting scams, staying safe online and planning for emergencies.
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Aging in Place: Home Modifications That Help
Most older adults want to stay in their own homes as they age. Learn which home modifications can make that easier, from simple fixes to larger renovations, and how to pay for them.
Recognizing Common Scams That Target Older Adults
Scammers often target older adults with convincing stories. Learn the most common scams, the warning signs to watch for and what to do if you suspect fraud.
Protecting Your Identity Online: Password and Privacy Basics
Strong passwords, two-step verification and careful sharing go a long way toward protecting your identity online. Learn simple habits that keep your accounts safer.
Medication Safety: Organizing Pills and Avoiding Mix-Ups
Taking several medications can be confusing. Learn practical ways to organize pills, keep an accurate list and work with your pharmacist to avoid mix-ups.
Preparing for Emergencies: A Go-Bag and Plan for Older Adults
Storms, power outages and other emergencies can happen anywhere. Learn how to build a go-bag, make a plan and prepare for your specific health needs.
Driving Safety as You Age: Self-Checks and Refresher Tips
Driving keeps many older adults independent. Learn how age-related changes can affect driving, simple self-checks, refresher courses and alternatives when needed.
Staying Safe in Hot Weather
Older adults can be more vulnerable to heat. Learn how to stay cool, recognize the signs of heat-related illness and plan ahead for heat waves.
Staying Safe and Warm in Winter
Cold weather brings risks like hypothermia, falls on ice and carbon monoxide poisoning. Learn practical ways to stay warm and safe all winter.
Planning Ahead: Advance Directives and Important Documents
Advance directives and other key documents help ensure your wishes are known and followed. Learn what to prepare, where to keep it and who should have copies.