WellWise Home Safety Assessment

WellWise Services offers Home Safety Assessments that help older adults remain safely in their homes by identifying hazards and recommending practical modifications. A trained professional evaluates the home environment room by room, spotting the risks — especially fall hazards — that families often overlook because they have grown used to them.

A typical assessment examines common danger zones: loose throw rugs, poor lighting, missing grab bars and handrails, slippery bathroom surfaces, cluttered walkways, and difficult stairs or entrances. The assessor then provides tailored recommendations, from simple low-cost fixes like removing rugs and adding nightlights to installing grab bars, handrails, or ramps, and can often connect the household to programs that supply equipment or modifications at low or no cost. The goal is to make the home work for the person living in it, preserving both safety and independence.

This resource matters because falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, and a single fall can trigger a cascade of hospitalization, lost independence, and the need for full-time care — outcomes that weigh heavily on caregivers. A professional assessment catches problems before they cause harm, often for far less than the cost of an injury. For families hoping to keep a loved one at home safely, a WellWise Home Safety Assessment is a proactive, high-value step. Learn more and request one at wellwiseservices.org/home-safety-assessments.