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Our homes are where we cook family meals, binge-watch our favorite television shows, host holiday get-togethers and build memories. Dorothy was right when she said there’s no place like home.

But as we age, our homes can become difficult to navigate if the appropriate safety measures and plans are not put into place. Suddenly that spiral staircase you love becomes a mountain to climb, the bathtub with the jacuzzi feature is getting more difficult to get out of safely, and getting downstairs to put the laundry into the dryer is a hassle.

Planning ahead to age in place can save you or your family time, money, and energy, ensuring you won’t need to move to an assisted care facility or in with a family member to maintain your independence as long as possible.

Safety-Proof Your Home

Making your home as safe as possible should be a priority regardless of your age or mobility concerns. Walk through every room of your home and look for potential hazards that could become an issue as you age or experience an injury that requires rehabilitation. Is the stairwell handrail sturdy or does it need to be reinforced? Are the light switches accessible or are they obstructed by furniture? Is there clutter in the hallways that could become tripping hazards? Are the area rugs fastened to the floor?

Make plans now to fix these issues instead of waiting until you have no choice but to scramble to fix an overwhelming list of home safety concerns. AARP has a great home checklist to help seniors and caregivers find the potential hazards and will have you thinking outside the box.

Lean On Your Community

As they say, it takes a village. Don’t be afraid to lean on your loved ones to help safety proof your home. If your loved ones live out of town, connect with your neighbors. See if the local teens are interested in earning money mowing the lawn or taking out your trash. Ask the couple next door if you can ride along when they go to the grocery store. Leaning on others builds a sense of community and friendship.

Install Home Mobility Solutions

Right Now Mobility offers the highest quality stairlifts, ramps, walk-in tubs, and other mobility solutions to help you age gracefully in the comfort of your home. Our dedicated and passionate staff will help you find the right solutions for your unique needs. We make it as easy as possible to outfit your home with the resources you need to feel safe and more secure.

Call or text 888-381-5820 for your free consultation either via the phone, virtually via your computer, or in person with a friendly member of our team to discuss your needs and to learn more about our mobility solutions.

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