Health - OutreacH - prevention - empowerment

General Home Safety

·        Ask a loved one check in with you daily to ensure you are safe at home.

·        Avoid loose carpeting, rugs or bath mats that do not have non-slip backing.

·        Keep traffic areas free of furniture, electrical cords, and other items.

·        Declutter hallways and floors.

·        Make sure you have bright lighting throughout your home.

·        Place telephones on tables that can be reached from the floor.

·        Securely attach handrails at the proper height on stairways.

·        Place items where you can reach them without using a stool.

·        Add rubber tips to walkers and canes, if you use them.

·        Install smoke alarms on every floor and outside bedrooms, and check batteries bi-annually.

·        Add yourself to the national “do not call list” to reduce potential issues.

·        Install a carbon monoxide detector with an alarm.

Bathroom Safety

·        Install grab bars near the tub, shower and toilet.

·        Place non-slip mats in the tub and shower.

·        Place non-skid mats outside the shower.

·        Install a tub or shower seat.

·        Use door locks that can be opened from both sides.

·        Leave a light on in your bathroom at night.

·        To prevent scalds, turn water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit or below.

·        Utilize a personal emergency alarm that is waterproof.

Kitchen Safety

·        Using a large black marker, date all items in the refrigerator with expiration date. Check weekly.

Medication Safety

·        Make a written daily checklist for medications utilizing a pill case divided by day.

Bedroom Safety

·        Be sure to have a bedside table with a sturdy lamp.

·        Have a sturdy chair to sit on while dressing.  

Case Western Reserve University

Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing

Your HEALTH Book

Students  in their Senior Capstone Project created a health information book by organizing personal health information and increasing access to health care.

The need was based on sourcing information from the community we serve by  Listening to their concerns and requests.

The guests were an active participant in this process helping Project H.O.P.E. at every step of the way to make a tailored health tool.

As a result of the gracious donations of 4 people, we were able to make this idea become reality. 

We know this book will reach many seniors in need of support for their daily health.

Thank you to Eden Rainbolt and Madison Blanchard, senior nursing students, for their commitment and excellent outcome for the people we serve.

Our Education Topics!

All Outreach Session include:

• ~ Educational Overview
• ~ Chair Exercises, and
• ~ Questions from Our Guests.