Lawrence says:-We take a lot of things for granted while living in our homes. Open doors, using toilets, climbing stairs etc. all of this comes to us automatically. But what we do not realize is that these very tasks seem daunting to elderly people. The rate of injuries caused to the elderly while getting around the house or using the toilet is very high. They fall on slippery floors in the bathroom, their fingers are caught in swinging doors and they cannot open doorknobs because of arthritis. Replace the doorknobs with levers, as these are easy to open even if the person has arthritis. Floors should be made slip-resistant. Use nonskid mats under rugs.Use faucets with a single control for hot and cold water. Installing a hand-held shower will help someone whose movements are limited.
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