\n- Ensure there is a clear and easy to navigate path from the driveway to the front door.<\/li>\n
- Regularly trim and hedges or trees outdoors to ensure walking paths to the front door are wide enough for the older person.<\/li>\n
- Consider whether the older adult may require a ramp to be installed based on their mobility level.<\/li>\n
- Steps can be a hazard for older adults. Install handrails on both sides of any stairs and ensure stairs are wide enough for the whole foot.<\/li>\n
- Evaluate the safety of the front door and the whole home. Ensure there are locks on the doors that are both sturdy and easy to operate. Install a peephole at a suitable height so the person can see who is visiting.<\/li>\n
- Doormats, if used, should be a colour other than black. Black mats can frighten people living with dementia as they look like holes in the floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Remember that care needs are likely to change over time, and home modifications should be updated as the older adult\u2019s abilities change. If you want to find out more about the content of this blog, and how our courses or\u00a0workshops<\/a>\u00a0may be able to help you as a carer, don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch. You can also find lots of useful articles and advice on our\u00a0Facebook Page<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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