Half the number of falls happens at home. Falls on stairs and in bathrooms can cause serious injuries.
Complete the home safety checklist in You can prevent falls
Throughout your home make sure that:
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Pathways are clear of extension cords and other objects.
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Rugs have no ripples or tears.
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Scatter mats are removed or taped to the floor.
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All light fixtures have a minimum of 60 watt bulbs.
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Items used every day are stored within easy reach.
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Store heavy items in lower cupboards or shelves.
And clean up spills when they happen.
Transcript of video: Prevent falls - make your home safe |
STORY OPENS IN HALLWAY OF HOME. OLDER GENTLEMAN "BOB" WALKS THROUGH FRAME AND INTO THE LIVING ROOM. EYE GLASSES ATOP HIS HEAD. Story opens in hallway of home. Older gentleman "Bob" walks through the frame and into the living room; eye glasses atop his head. Begins with quiet ambient orchestral music in the background. NARRATOR (Authentic, Female) "The edge of a rug, spilled tea, poor lighting or a cord." Suddenly, Bob slips (we don't know which is the culprit). At this moment, the video goes into "extreme slow motion". Bob's eye glasses crash into the floor. The music ramps up orchestral, similar to a song used in and Olympic figure skating routine. "That's all it takes." At first, Bob appears to be falling "normally", until he begins to flip/twist in the air (in slow mo) ever so gracefully. "In fact, falls account for TWENTY THOUSAND visits to local emergency rooms every year - most involving older adults.." After a gymnastic like rotation in the air, Bob gently touches down on his feet without incident. Camera switchs back to normal speed. The music turns from optimistic/dramatic to soft and serene. "If only, falling was so graceful. (Pause) Prevent falls - make your home safe. A message from Ottawa Public Health." LOGO |
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