Ensuring Safety at Home: Essential Fall-Prevention Tips

Falls are a leading cause of injury for seniors, but many accidents can be prevented with simple home safety upgrades. Creating a safer living space protects your health, saves on medical costs, and helps you maintain your independence. At Mobility Plus Tucson, we specialize in practical solutions that make aging in place safer and more comfortable.

Clear Walkways & Improve Lighting

A clutter-free, well-lit home is your first line of defense against falls.

• Remove loose rugs or use non-slip rug pads

• Keep walkways free of cords and clutter

• Rearrange furniture to ensure wide, clear paths

• Add night-lights in hallways, bedrooms, and bathrooms

• Use brighter bulbs in commonly used rooms

• Wear shoes with sturdy soles indoors instead of slippery socks

• Schedule regular vision checks and update eyeglass prescriptions

These simple improvements can dramatically reduce trip hazards and help you see obstacles before they become a problem.

Mobility Plus Tucson offers safety consultations to help identify risks in your home — call us today at (520) 225-0415.

Update the Bathroom

Bathrooms are one of the most common locations for falls due to slick surfaces and limited support.

• Install grab bars near the toilet and inside the shower or tub

• Place non-slip mats on bathroom floors and in the tub

• Use a shower chair to bathe comfortably while seated

• Add a raised toilet seat for easier standing

• Switch to a hand-held shower head for better control when seated

These upgrades dramatically improve safety while maintaining privacy and independence during daily routines.

Use Mobility Aids

The right mobility equipment provides stability and confidence around your home and outdoors.

• Canes and walkers help improve balance while walking

• Stair lifts eliminate the risk of climbing steps

• Lift chairs assist with safe standing and sitting

• Mobility scooters provide secure transportation for errands and outdoor activities

Our consultants can help determine which solutions best fit your lifestyle and space.

Contact Mobility Plus Tucson

We offer in-store consultations, home safety evaluations, and professional installation of:

• Ramps and vertical platform lifts

• Grab bars and bathroom safety equipment

• Stair lifts and lift chairs

• Mobility scooters and walkers

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We're conveniently located just south of Broadway on Plumer — with easy, free parking just feet from our front door.

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(520) 225-0415

Whether you visit us or we come to you, Mobility Plus Tucson is worth the drive — and we can help you save hundreds on safety upgrades today.