changing the environment: responding to changes in aging
CONTENTS

introduction

changes in aging

health conditions

functional independence

modify environment

preventing falls

ot and pt in environmental design

definitions and citations



Preventing falls

Another problem for older adults is falls prevention. What environmental modifications might you try to deal with this problem?
Removing clutter
Brighter lighting
Night light in bedroom
Light switch at entry to each room
Automatic lights
Clearing throw rugs
Marking unexpected changes in surface level
Checking for and removing slick surfaces
Strategically placed grab bars
Mechanisms to avoid wet floors in bathroom

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