FALL PREVENTION

Safer Homes, Stronger Independence

Therapist-led home safety assessments and fall prevention training for Portland Westside seniors.

Falls are an epidemic — and they're preventable

Every year, approximately one-third of adults 65 or older fall in their home, and half of those over the age of 80 fall annually. Falls result in injury, long-term disability, and premature loss of independence.

The good news: most falls are preventable with the right home safety strategy.

What a Home Safety Assessment Includes

A licensed Occupational Therapist walks every room with you, evaluating fall risks, lighting, flooring, bathroom access, mobility paths, and assistive devices. You’ll receive a written report with prioritized recommendations — from no-cost daily adjustments to larger projects like grab bars, better lighting, and zero-threshold showers.

Falls Are Preventable. Let's Make Your Home Safer.

With over 20 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, I focus on safety AND independence — so your loved one can age in place with confidence.

Comprehensive Fall Prevention Services

Home Safety Assessments

An OT-led walkthrough identifying risks in lighting, flooring, bathroom access, and mobility paths, with prioritized written recommendations.

Seminars & Community Training

Fall prevention seminars and resident clinics for senior communities, plus caregiver training to recognize and reduce fall risk.

Equipment & Modifications

Recommendations for grab bars, lighting, shower seating, and larger projects like zero-threshold showers and stairlifts.

Daily Habits That Reduce Fall Risk

Frequently Asked Questions

A licensed Occupational Therapist walks every room with you, evaluating fall risks, lighting, flooring, bathroom access, mobility paths, and assistive devices already in place. You receive a written report with specific recommendations prioritized by risk.

Typically 90 minutes to two hours, depending on home size and the individual’s mobility status. The conversation with the older adult and family is as important as the visual inspection.

Recommendations range from no-cost adjustments (removing throw rugs, rearranging frequently used items) to modest installations (grab bars, better lighting, shower seating) to larger projects (zero-threshold showers, stairlifts). We help you sequence by impact and cost.

Proactive home safety assessments are generally not covered by insurance. However, there are some instances where you may qualify for another program that we can recommend for you.