Are you worried about your 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 as you get older? (Or maybe it’s an older loved one living at home that you’re concerned about.) Here are 4 solutions to consider: 1️⃣ 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐱𝐞𝐬: Get a shower stool, plug in a night light, install lever-handled faucets, or secure rugs to prevent slips. 2️⃣ 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Consider upgrades such as bathroom grab bars, widened doorways, or a stair lift to make your home more accessible. 3️⃣ 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬: Apply for free home care—and add private home care, if needed—for healthcare and personal assistance. 4️⃣ 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐧𝐞𝐬: If it’s hard to do errands or household chores, you may be able to reach out to family, friends, or neighbours for temporary assistance. Will these tips work for you? We’re here to help you explore your options for living safely and with the support you need. 🏠 #HomeSafety #HomeAccessibility #downsizingseniors #downsizingforseniors
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