Many older adults have houses filled with throw rugs. These rugs often have loose edges that present tripping hazards. Removing the throw rugs or tacking the sides down with double-sided tape can reduce this risk. As with clutter, though, make sure not to remove throw rugs that the elder uses to mark a path through the house.

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