Helping Your Senior Loved One Be Independent and Safe

When our parents or other elderly relatives age independently in their own homes, we often fear for their safety and general well-being. Sometimes we don’t know how much assistance we should provide, when to step in, or even what would be helpful. Providing care for an older adult is a very personal matter and each situation is unique. However, there are practical guidelines and simple solutions to ensuring your loved one is healthy and safe. This workshop will address and resolve common safety issues in the home while supporting your loved one’s autonomy and independence.

At the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
• Identify safety issues in the home
• Identify tools for communicating your concerns
• Identify ways to make the home more accessible and safe
• Identify warning signs when it may no longer be safe for your loved one to live at home
• Identify outside resources for senior independence