Regular home safety checks ensure that you find problems before they cause your senior serious injury.<\/p>\n
Does Your Senior Have Emergency Contact Numbers Readily Available?<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s one thing to have phone numbers in the contacts section of a smartphone, but in an emergency that can be difficult for your senior to access. Having a list of emergency contact numbers near the phone could be exactly what she needs when something has happened.<\/p>\n Do Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Work Properly?<\/strong><\/p>\n Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors both function as early warning devices for serious situations. Test these warning devices regularly according to the instructions from the manufacturer. It\u2019s a good idea to change batteries at least twice a year.<\/p>\n Does Your Senior Have a First Aid Kit?<\/strong><\/p>\n Your elderly family member might have bandages in a drawer somewhere, but a full-on first aid kit is really important, just in case. This can be as simple as collecting bandages, antibacterial ointment, and other supplies in a small bag that\u2019s easy to find and to carry around.<\/p>\n