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Floors & Hallways

Remove throw rugs.

Rearrange furniture to make it easy to get around.

Remove boxes and clutter.

Links to other sites with information on this topic:

Finding Universal Design Solutions That Meet Your Needs is a great resource on the AARP website.

Home, Adaptive Home, from the Mayo Clinic's Senior Health Center, describes some simple and modestly-priced tools and tips that can help throughout the home.

Falls in the Home. In 2000, falls in the home and community caused or led to 15,400 deaths. All age groups are vulnerable, but older adults are most at risk.