Seniors' Health, Wellness and Fall Prevention



Hazards at Home

Occupational Therapists provide assessments, training, and support to help you avoid falls. Having a friendly visitor can help identify hazards and you can plan ahead by wearing a personal emergency/medical alert system.

Home and Community Care- In-Home Services Occupational Therapists
Personal Emergency/Medical Alert Systems Home Help and Homemaking
Home Maintenance and Repair Home Modification
Friendly Visiting

 
Additional Resources

York Region - Your Guide to Falls Prevention

Public Health Agency of Canada - 12 Steps to Stair Safety at Home

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation -
Maintaining Seniors' Independence Through Home Adaptations - A Self-Assessment Guide

Ministry of Municipal Affairs - List of Ontario Municipalities

Canadian Safety Council - Safety Tips for Winter Walking

Staying Independent A Fall Prevention Checklist (Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit)

Public Health Agency of Canada - The Safe Living Guide - A Guide to Home Safety for Seniors
 
Safety around Furniture Fact Sheet
 
You can prevent a fall- Staying Independent




This resource was created in partnership with the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) and the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network (LHIN).

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