Slips & Falls Prevention tips:
- Brighten the lights
- Secure the bathroom
- Guard stairs and steps
Fire & Burn Prevention:
- Lower the water heater temperature to no higher than 120 degrees F.
- Put working smoke alarms on every level.
- Plan and practice a home fire drill at least 2 exits in the home.
Poisoning Preventions:
- Know the number: 1-800-222-1222
- lock up poisons,
- install a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poison you can’t see, smell or taste.
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