Safety issues for seniors that may result in danger, risk, or injury, may include mobility, medications, care, abuse or neglect, and financial fraud.
Tips & Links
- Learn about strategies to prevent falls such as removing tripping hazards, installing handrails and grab bars, and ensuring adequate lighting. Complete a home safety checklist from the government of BC.
- Medication safety can include making a list of all medications, their dosages and schedules, using pill box organizers and asking your pharmacist about potential drug interactions.
- Learn about medication safety tips from Health Quality BC.
- See your physician or nurse practitioner for regular medical check-ups and screenings.
- Be aware of changes in your vision, hearing, and ability to respond quickly. Seniors over 80 years are required to have a driving assessment. Learn about other ways for safe transportation.
- Talk to your family and care partners about getting a home safety assessment if you have had changes in your health, memory loss, confusion, or mobility concerns.
- If you are experiencing mobility concerns or falls, consider using mobility aids/devices and making recommended home modifications, such as installing ramps, handrails, or walk-in showers.
- Keep working on your active living choices to keep your body and mind as healthy as possible.
- Be aware of the signs of elder abuse and learn how to get help.
- Know about the Senior Abuse & Information Line (SAIL) you can call 8am-8pm for assistance at 1-866-437-1940.
- Seniors can often be the victims of financial fraud – learn about financial fraud. Ensure no personal or financial information is shared over the phone or online.
- Create a network of support by completing your Care Partners list in your Mywell Health planner.
Tools – Handouts & Videos
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