Lesson 5: Steps to Reduce Your "Environmental" Risks

Each year, over 3 million Americans over age 65 are involved in accidents at home. Most of these accidents are falls. Older persons are more likely to fall at home than anywhere else.

The good news, though, is that most of these falls can be prevented. Take the time now to "fall-proof" your home. Find the hazards…and make the necessary changes to make your home a safer place.