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Home safety checklist (stroke-ready home)

A comprehensive home safety checklist: lighting, rugs, stairs, bathroom supports, pathways, emergency plan, and medication organization.

Recovery & RehabCaregiver, SurvivorIntro10 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — make changes appropriate to mobility level and therapist guidance.

Get help now

If you suspect stroke: call your local emergency number immediately and note last known well time. If there is a serious fall (especially with head injury or on blood thinners): seek urgent evaluation.

Key takeaways

  • Complete a safety scan
  • Reduce trip hazards
  • Create an emergency plan

Lighting + pathways

  • Night lights
  • Clear walkways
  • No loose cords

Bathroom

  • Grab bars
  • Non-slip mats
  • Shower chair (if trained)

Stairs

  • Handrails
  • Clear steps

Emergency plan

  • Phone access
  • Emergency numbers
  • Door access

Practice check

What you’ll practice

These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. What’s a simple first step to reduce fall risk at night?

Question 2

2. Loose throw rugs can increase fall risk.

References

  1. Tier 1
    AHA/ASA Stroke Rehabilitation & Recovery Guideline (2016)
  2. Tier 1
    NICE Stroke rehabilitation in adults