– Get a flu shot
– Get warm clothes together in an accessible place
– Don’t leave candles unattended
– Test and replace batteries and lightbulbs
– Use waterproof, non slip shoes
– Make sure your vehicle maintenance is up to date
– If you’re unable to rake your own leaves, have someone rake your leaves to avoid slip/trip hazards on the sidewalk/driveway
(Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts, n.d.)
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Resource Utilized:
10 Autumn Safety Tips for Older Adults. Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts. (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2022, from https://www.agingservicesma.org/2021/09/23/10-autumn-safety-tips-for-older-adults/
