Hello fall...

the safe home journal

Tips to Keep Your Home Safe for All

September 2019

Is your 'Fall' plan in place?

The fall season is right around the corner. In fact, pumpkin flavored everything is already rolling out in all of the local stores and restaurants. Fall officially starts this weekend, so it's wise to begin looking at a safety plan for your elderly parents and other relatives. After all, being proactive is one of the best ways to avoid unnecessary issues.

As summer transitions into autumn, there will be many more trip hazards and slick surfaces than usual. Be cautious of leaves and slick rainy surfaces. Puddles and other wet surfaces can be hazardous for people of all ages, but its especially important to help the elderly avoid them.

One thing to consider is to have a safety assessment done by Home Healthsmith. We can help you determine where the fall risks are in the home and help you prepare the home for the upcoming winter season.

If you are interested in learning more about the various types of accessibility products, please give us a call to schedule a presentation or stop by our facility at 207 High Point Ave., Unit 2 in Portsmouth, RI.

We are here to help!

Linda & Bill

Home Healthsmith

Pictures from HESSCO event at Lake Pearl Wrentham, Ma.

Great time for the participants to learn about Healthy Aging and How & When to Adapt Your Home!

Home Healthsmith Calendar...

Join us on the road at the following events

Sept 26: Aging in Place

Training in Safe Patient Handling

Continuum Hospice & Chartier Care

Home Healthsmith Presenting

Oct 22: Longevity Planning Seminar

Grandview Partners' Conference Center

Westwood, MA

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Home Healthsmith Exhibiting

Oct 24: Longevity Planning Seminar

Verderese Financial Conference Center

Auburn, MA

4 :30 pm - 6:30 pm

Home Healthsmith Exhibiting

Why we do what we do...

"Dear Linda and crew,

Once again you and your crew exceed my expectations. This would be the 3rd time I have needed adjustments made to assist my 91 year old mother. Grab bars in the shower, aluminum ramp and handles at the front and back door to help mom to balance herself as she steps into the house. Prompt, professional, personable...is a few words I use to describe your company to my neighbors, clients & friends. I can't say enough about the staff. Clint and I discussed mom's issues each time they arise and his suggestions were very helpful. These changes allow me to keep her at home. I am sure I will be contacting you again as difficulties present themselves.

Thank you so much for making our home function safely for mom and my peace of mind! Please express our gratitude to your exceptional employees."

K & G -

East Greenwich, RI

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